Westport man Joseph Wells sentenced for brutal attack on woman
She tried defending herself by hitting him multiple times with a portable speaker, but it didn’t stop him,…
Liquidations hit 15-year high as 2025 proves brutal for struggling firms
“You combine that with the ongoing rising costs for insurance, rates, rent and food over the last few…
Shortland Street actor Brooklyn Nathan sentenced for brutal road rage assault
He also apologised to his family and everyone affected by his actions. Nathan was supported by his mother,…
Young actor from Shortland Street, Brooklyn Nathan, convicted of brutal road rage assault
The man behind the wheel of the Toyota was able to manoeuvre his vehicle out of the way…
Boy who shielded father during brutal attack among bravery award heroes
On September 17 last year, the boy was at home with his father when their neighbour approached their…
Teen killer who stabbed Melbourne GP Ash Gordon sentenced to 17 years
Now 18, he was found guilty in June of Gordon’s murder after taking the case to trial arguing…
Raglan road-rage couple sentenced over brutal attack on teens after bridge stand-off
Judge Crayton said it was pure “luck” that nobody died that night. ‘Get f*****, I’m not moving’ The…
Judge condemns ‘persistent violence’ as Shamah Riley jailed over Nelson supermarket assault
He said the victim’s physical injuries had healed but he still struggled emotionally. Shamah Riley during sentencing in…
Hurricane Melissa causes extensive damage in St Elizabeth, Jamaica; Cuba next in its path
Government minister Desmond McKenzie said several hospitals had been damaged, including in the hard-hit southwestern district of Saint…
Shamah Riley’s surprise attack on Nelson Woolworths manager ‘appalling and upsetting’
Woolworths NZ says it’s unfortunate that staff too often found themselves in harm’s way when they were “just…