A 28-year-old woman has been charged with the homicide of a teenager in Mangere.

The woman will appear in court today.

Demetrius Pairama's body was found in a vacant Housing New Zealand property on Buckland Road on July 8.

The 17-year-old's autopsy revealed she had been killed the day before.

Detective Inspector Tofilau Faa Vaaelua previously said the tragedy involved a "vulnerable young female" and that police were supporting her family.

Police said they cannot rule out the possibility of further arrests.

The 17-year-old had been a student at Northland College in Kaikohe.

Former principal Jim Luders, who finished at the school at the end of term one, previously told the Herald Pairama was a high-needs student who was very much loved.

"We are absolutely shattered at this news. We put a lot of love and care into her here in Kaikohe.

"She was a high-needs student requiring sensitive support, which she repaid with boundless smiles and energy.

"A very tragic and sad loss.''

MORE TO COME FROM COURT TODAY