Horrified family find human remains in used suitcases bought at online auction

The family, from South Auckland, New Zealand, had bought the luggage second-hand from a bonded warehouse at an auction online before making the grim discovery

A police cordon was in place in front of the home following the discovery (

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A family found human remains in a set of second-hand suitcases bought online.

The horrified clan, from South Auckland, New Zealand, had purchased the luggage online through an auction to clear unclaimed items from lockers at a storage warehouse.

The grim discovery was made when they started unpacking a delivery trailer last Thursday afternoon in their driveway on Moncrieff Avenue, Manurewa.

They then called the police.

A murder investigation has been opened, and the local force has reportedly not denied allegations that the case involves "multiple victims".

Tofilau Faamanuia Vaaelua, a detective inspector, said that "the occupants of the address would not be involved in the incident".

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It is understood that there were multiple casualties (

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"We appreciate that there is significant public interest in what happened, however, given the nature of the discovery, there are still a number of investigations to be carried out."

He added: "The priority for the police is to confirm the identification of the deceased so that we can establish the full circumstances of the discovery."

A police cordon was set up on Friday in front of the family home.

A relative said he was keeping the house, as the occupants left the property to avoid media attention.