James Dodds, aged 30 years, was fatally shot as a result of a hunting incident in the Waikite Valley on Friday 7 September 2012.

His family has asked for privacy at this difficult time and do not wish to be contacted by media.

A funeral service is being held on Thursday 13 September for family and friends of James only and media are not invited to attend.

Police ask you respect the wishes of the Dodds family at this time.