Two Head Hunters-linked men have been charged with murder as part of an investigation into the death of a man who was found injured on an Auckland highway last month. 

The victim, 36-year-old Samuel Curle, was found critically injured on the Kaipara Coast Highway in the middle of the night on November 6. He died 20 days later. 

Police found and arrested the two suspects after executing search warrants in Auckland and Northland early this morning, acting Detective Inspector Tim Williams said. 

Williams said police believed the pair were linked to the Head Hunters gang. 

“A 31-year-old male is due to appear in the Whangārei District Court today, while a 42-year-old male is due to appear in the Waitākere District Court today,” he said. 

Police were intending to oppose bail for both. 

The victim, 36-year-old man Samuel Curle, was found critically injured on the Kaipara Coast Highway in the middle of the night on November 6. He died 20 days later. Photo / Hayden Woodward 

Further arrests, charges possible - police 

Williams said police could make further arrests and lay more charges as the homicide investigation continues. 

He said police were still unsure of the exact circumstances of the incident and continued to ask the public for information. 

People can provide information to the 105 non-emergency number or online by quoting file number 231106/4405. 

Information can also be offered via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111. 

Raphael Franks is an Auckland-based reporter who covers breaking news. He joined the Herald as a Te Rito cadet in 2022.