Author Archive: David Clarkson
Chronic drink-driver jailed again
Twelve-time drink-driver Warwick Bruce Couchman has been jailed for two years eight months after driving on Lincoln Road, Christchurch, when he was so drunk he fell over.
More serious charge laid over chase, crash
A more serious charge alleging aggravated wounding of a police officer has been laid against a man arrested after a car chase and crash at a police stop in Yaldhurst Road last week.
Breach of natural justice alleged in extradition decision
Former Catholic brother Bernard Kevin McGrath is alleging breaches of natural justice in the decision by former Justice Minister Judith Collins to allow his extradition to Australia on child sex charges. [Updated report]
Alleged drug ‘mule’ remanded in custody
A 27-year-old Auckland woman accused of being a drug “mule” – with methamphetamine concealed inside her body – has been remanded in custody after a brief appearance in the Christchurch District Court.
Judge rejects man’s claim over dog killing
A judge has rejected a Christchurch man’s claim that a dog owner wanted him to kill her dog and thanked him after he had stabbed the animal to death.
Bail refused for drugs, firearms accused
The son of convicted “Black Widow” murder life prisoner Helen Milner, Adam Francis Murray Kearns, has been refused bail on drugs and firearms charges at an appearance in the Christchurch District Court today.
Authorities worried about offender’s no-show
A 20-year-old has been missing for days ahead of his sentencing on charge of assaulting a sex worker with intent to rob her and the authorities are worried about him.
Eight years jail for 21-year Ponzi scheme
A 79-year-old lawyer described in court as “a consummate thief and liar” has been jailed for eight years one month after his Ponzi scheme led to losses of $2 million for the people who invested their money.
Rape victims concerned about trial treatment
A Christchurch man’s two young rape victims have been left with symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder and concerns about their treatment during his jury trial.
Worries that third robber is still on the loose
Two synthetic cannabis robbers have been jailed but a Linwood store owner remains worried that the third robber who confronted him with two knives has never been caught.
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