Police Renew Appeal for Information in Melissa Jones Death Case
Rotorua police seek clothing link in Melissa Jones death investigation

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Rotorua police are seeking information regarding the death of 25-year-old Melissa Jones, found dead on Lake Rotorua's shore in October 2019. They are particularly interested in her missing clothing items, which may provide crucial evidence in the ongoing investigation.
- 01Melissa Jones was found dead on October 18, 2019, at Lake Rotorua.
- 02She was last seen on the weekend of October 7-8, 2019.
- 03Jones was a mother of two young children.
- 04Police are looking for her missing clothing: black pants, a black mesh top, and a red garment.
- 05Inspector Herby Ngawhika emphasizes the commitment to solving the case even after seven years.
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Police in Rotorua have renewed their appeal for information regarding the unexplained death of Melissa Jones, a 25-year-old mother found dead on the shore of Lake Rotorua on October 18, 2019. Jones was last seen in the city during the weekend of October 7-8. Rotorua area commander Inspector Herby Ngawhika stated that police are still dedicated to uncovering the circumstances surrounding her death, even after seven years. Investigators are particularly focused on locating clothing believed to have been worn by Jones prior to her death, which includes black pants, a black mesh top, and a red garment tied around her waist. Ngawhika urges anyone with information about these items to come forward.
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The ongoing investigation into Melissa Jones's death continues to affect her family and the local community in Rotorua, highlighting concerns about safety and unresolved cases.
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