How long does a Hawke’s Bay sexual assault victim have to wait for their day in High Court? An average of 932 days
That’s a trend that’s mostly on a par with national averages. Judge-alone trials nationally took an average of…
Waikato cop loses discharge bid after excessive pepper spray of motorist
‘Already suffering immensely’ On the morning of January 10, last year, the officer, wearing his police uniform, was…
Stabbing near Hamilton’s Fraser High School: Mother appeals for information on social media
Hato Hone St John said it took a patient to Waikato Hospital “in a serious condition”. The mother…
Pahīatua homicide: Police name Karen Gilbert-Palmer as victim
“Should you see Jeremy, do not approach him but call 111 immediately and advise police,” Thompson said. Police…
Mt Victoria death: Wellington GP Richard Tyler named as victim of weather accident
He was taken to hospital but died a short time later, police said. The death will be referred…
Far North fatal dog attack: Partner calls for action on dangerous dogs
However, while her partner of 17 years was a victim, he wasn’t an innocent one, Shirley Orchard said.…
NSW paedophile allowed victim’s photo as he was assisted to die
“He did not die a prisoner, and that man’s password on every account he had was freedom, the…
Police name New Lynn homicide victim as Joseph David Walsh
“Police extend our thoughts to Mr Walsh’s whānau and friends at this difficult time,” Bunting said. Police and…
Bill Pine Maangi named as victim of alleged Gisborne homicide
Detective Inspector Martin James said police were supporting Maangi’s family and updating them on the investigation. “A forensic…
Man charged after Gisborne dog attack injures two, leaves one victim requiring surgery
Police gave first aid to two people with “serious” injuries. “The two injured people were transported to hospital…
Review finds flaws: Why rapist Frankie Te Uira Edwards was cleared of 2006 Epsom kidnapping
It was the 10th of April 2006 and the brazen attack in the middle of the day came…
Matamata fatal crash victim Martje ‘Marcia’ Eastment remembered as ‘big character’
Jonk described Eastment as an avid traveller and said she had different jobs all around the world. “She…