Forgetful pizza store robber leaves police scanner - with his DNA all over it - at the scene
Charles Wilson was on electronic monitoring bail for a series of burglaries at the time.
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The man claimed the pork crackling product was not 'fit for purpose'.
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Seven years after teen's murder, 16yo kidnap participant named
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Collins eyes scrapping ‘woke’ diversity requirements for public sector bosses
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The agency said there was a "strong focus" on reducing the use of consultants.
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'I was just watering them': Man living in converted drug house denies being part of cannabis op
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The 73-year-old claims he hasn't committed a crime, and it was a poorly governed company.
City to Sea bridge lobby group claim council's demolition decision flawed
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'I can't go to jail': Colombian refugee tries to convince teen to drop sex charges
The victim was repeatedly sexually assaulted by three men. All have now been sentenced.
Health NZ paid for Margie Apa to do governance course as she was leaving the role
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Woman used company card to steal from early childhood employer
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'I very much regret it': Doctor accepts oral sex at work was unwise
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'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinic
However, the expert ended up softening his views after questions from counsel.
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The 24-year-old has a history of drug abuse, mental health problems and violence issues.
'Lives changed irreversibly:' Ex-teacher jailed for sex acts with teen he met on Grindr
Victim's parents say he struggles with fear and confusion and feels unsafe leaving home.
Inmate's transfer protest leads to 'tussle', Corrections officer falling over balustrade
The prisoner grabbed a milk crate, ripped a phone from the wall and allegedly swung it.
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The victim had no idea why he was being robbed or attacked.