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Police name couple found dead in Taumarunui

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Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:00a.m. UPDATED: 2:47PM

By Dan Satherley

The couple found dead in a Taumarunui house yesterday morning have been named by police as David Nicholas Otimi, 43, and Bernadette Otimi, 41.

The most probable cause of death is carbon monoxide poisoning, and police say the deaths are being treated as accidental.

Detective Senior Sergeant Keith Borrell said: "It is for the coroner to make a formal finding once all of the medical evidence is available to him. However early indications are that this couple have died as a result of a tragic accident.

"I would like to take the opportunity to raise people awareness of the dangers of having outdoor equipment such as gas patio heaters and gas barbecues inside the home, as it may well turn out that such equipment caused this tragedy. These products are designed for outdoor use only."

Their three children were in the house when police arrived, and are now being cared for by family.

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04 Jul 2010 03:39a.m.

apple otimi wrote:

miss yuhs heaps aunty and uncle never forget yuhs yuhr always in our hearts 24/7 luv yuhs MAY YUHS REST IN PEACE yuhr never be forgotin by any of us buht ever think feels diffrent with out yuhs

luv yuhs REST IN PEACE XOXOXOXO

21 Aug 2009 07:09p.m.

Bextah wrote:

My Sister & My brother in law Our familys will never be the same without you's, Buf we will miss your Beautiful Nature & your Smile,Devo u were the most funniest guy i had ever met u both will be missed OUR LOVE TO YOU BOTH FOREVER & ALWAYS Melbourne Kru xxx

03 Aug 2009 12:56p.m.

marissa wrote:

hays taumarunuuii iis a small town and sumfiinq like this that happens iis very rare.... and very sad :( ii was born nd breed n tams 4 16years ! now n cambridge ! REST N Peace xxx RIP!

31 Jul 2009 03:19p.m.

Monica wrote:

Mr And Mrs Otimi tragedy is such a great deal.Thy will be missed by family and friends. people now need to be aware of gas heaters in there homes to make sure it doesnt happen to them or any family members.
May you REST IN PEACE Uncle and anuty
xoxox
Love yous