Author Archive: David Clarkson
Bike gang member admits meth-for-supply charge
The Crown is seeking forfeiture of $2258 in cash found in the possession of a motorcycle gang member who has now admitted a methamphetamine charge.
Apology to family at manslaughter sentencing
An emotional apology to the family of a manslaughter victim was delivered from the dock by the man who kneed him in the head, causing a fatal brain bleed.
Murder trial set for April
A two-week trial beginning April 13 has been set for a Christchurch woman charged with the murder of 30-year-old Cory James Protos.
Sex attacker was considering murder, court told
An 11-year-old girl saved her own life by leaping from the moving car being driven by the 18-year-old man who had just raped and strangled her.
Convicted sex offender continues his denials
A Christchurch man has begun a 12-year 9-month jail term still maintaining his innocence on 20 child sex offences against two victims.
Repeat robbery victim ‘philosophical’
A woman dairy owner has been forgiving and philosophical about being the victim of a teenage armed robber.
Struggle with loss of mana for prison officer caught smuggling
A prison officer who smuggled tobacco for an inmate has faced losing his job and his income, but he says the worst thing has been the loss of his mana.
Staff member admits misusing EQC resources
A woman has admitted using EQC cars, fuel cards, and a cellphone for her own purposes while she was on the staff.
Gang-pad assault charge dropped
Police won’t proceed with a prosecution against a man charged with an alleged bashing at a gang pad in Papanui.
Not guilty pleas in Ashburton manslaughter case
Four people have denied manslaughter charges arising from the May death of Ashburton man Arran Gairns and the case may be set for trial in the Timaru High Court next year.
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