'It doesn't get much worse': Frail 95-year-old followed home from ATM, punched and robbed
The elderly man was left with head injuries, including internal bleeding and a black eye.
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Kawhia shooting: Mum haunted by frightening escape with children
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Naked motel owner found with woman, bong, syringes, meth pipe in police sting
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Nurse who fell in love with prison inmate suspended for 6 months
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Victim struck in the head in 'coward's punch' had no chance to defend himself.
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