Supreme Court upholds youth justice principles should apply to offenders charged as adults
It noted this was a significant change for a narrow group of offenders. In that case, the man…
Wellington rape trial husband found not guilty of raping wife
She described how the relationship had been rocky from the start but had descended into violence, threats to…
Bay of Plenty Snapchat offender, rapist Raveen Saily sentenced for grooming, sexual offending against young girls
The 11-year-old’s mother’s victim impact statement, read by Crown prosecutor Erin Reilly, explained that at the time, her…
Invercargill assaults: Teens accused of using dating apps to lure victims
“The reality is stark – one more strike, one more kick and the outcome could have been fatal.”…
Wellington sex offender Opetaia Matagi jailed for 12 years
Matagi earlier admitted 17 charges, including sexual violation by unlawful sexual connection, attempted sexual violation, sexual violation by…
Auckland engineer who tried to film sex worker with smart glasses fights for suppression
Police seized the eyewear and confirmed they were Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, used to take photos, video and…
Wellington rape trial: Husband claims wife initiated sex
She says he took advantage while she was drowsy from her sleeping medication, leaving the living room where…
Jury finds Christchurch man Donny Moses guilty of rape, abduction after sharing pizza with teen
The pair met on the night of March 31, 2023 on Ferry Rd in Christchurch. Moses, 29, was…
Election 2026: Man running for Parliament in Tukituki with two convictions for serious violent offending says he is rehabilitated
Hawkins believes his experience, including his troubled past in the justice system, makes his voice useful for improving…
Jury hears complainant introduced herself to rape accused Donny Moses
“It seemed like he was trying to comfort me a little bit; I felt safe with him at…
Donny Moses on trial accused of rape after offering teen pizza and vodka
Moses is charged with sexual violation by rape, unlawful sexual connection, abduction with intent to have unlawful sexual…
Flaxmere man faces 13 new sex charges after second victim comes forward
These include abduction for sex, injuring with intent to injure, indecently assaulting a female over 16, male rapes…