Author Archive: David Clarkson
‘Burglar with a conscience’ sent to prison
A 21-year-old burglar who repeatedly raided Selwyn District properties has claimed to have a conscience – he tried not to spoil children’s Christmases.
Apology keeps repeat drink-driver out of prison
Bay Aferahama Haika’s very public apology has helped to keep him out of prison for his fourth drink-driving conviction.
Child cancer donation for drone flight
The Child Cancer Foundation has gained a $500 windfall from the prosecution of Kaiapoi man Simon Roy Reeve who breached Civil Aviation rules by flying his drone at Pines Beach when a helicopter was fighting a fire.
Drugs robbery victim was forced to strip
A man was forced to strip naked and squat in front a vehicle at the end of a gang-linked drugs shake-down, the Christchurch District Court was told.
Third arrest over synthetic cannabis raids
A third person arrested after major police raids on an alleged synthetic cannabis supply ring has denied five charges at the Christchurch District Court.
Gang figure denies receiving charge
A man said to be a senior Head Hunters gang figure in Christchurch has denied a charge of receiving stolen travel vouchers.
Juror cleared of making Facebook check
A juror has been cleared of an allegation that she looked up the Facebook page of one of the defendants during a Christchurch District Court arson trial.
Ram attack driver missed his target
A 27-year-old man deliberately rammed a car off Hoon Hay Road but missed injuring the target of his attack.
Thefts totalling $140,000 alleged
Thefts totalling nearly $140,000 are alleged against a Halswell man who faced a total of 90 charges at the Christchurch District Court today.
Freighting co to pay $86,000 for fatigue failure
A Christchurch judge has sent an $86,000 message to the transport industry that it must get to grips with the issue of driver workload and fatigue.
Connect
Connect with us via: