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Controversial comedian Russell Brand charged with rape
He moved to the US earlier this year, claiming he was being targeted by the 'UK media'.
‘Unsatisfactory’: Why police did not oppose bail for trio accused of gang raping tourist
The mother of one accused defended her son, saying it was a 'misunderstanding'.
Backpacker allegedly gang-raped by three men in ‘horrific’ Auckland CBD attack
Three men are before the court jointly charged with rape.
‘I wasn’t able to consent’: Abduction, rape complainant grilled on consenting during blackout
The man admits following her, picking her up and taking her to his home but denies rape.
Harrods sets up fund for victims of store’s late owner Al-Fayed
Claims must be submitted by March 2026, with varying amounts available.
Prince Andrew accuser claims she has ‘four days to live’
One of Jeffrey Epstein’s victims says she has kidney failure after being hit by a bus.
Stranger accused of following drunk woman's Uber, abducting and raping her
The woman says her last clear memory was hitting her head outside a bar.
Serial sexual predator jailed for sex with 13yo girl
“You claim recognition for remorse, you testified at trial, I saw none,” the judge said.
‘A real threat’: Auckland musician acquitted of dog indecency, jailed for child sex abuse
He has performed at many events attended by children. No one knew his secret.
'Predator': Ex 'vice-president' of NZ republic was serial sex offender
Bryan Ramage sexually and indecently abused three youngsters, repeatedly raping one.
Name of rapist who violated drunk woman in alleyway to stay secret
She was vomiting from extreme intoxication and told him 'no', the judge said.
Unmasking a monster: Ali Mau reveals childhood sex abuse in candid new memoir
‘The shame doesn’t sit with us.’
Singer seen for first time in a decade after harrowing ordeal
Her last musical release was in 2015 – whatever happened to Duffy?
Paedophile teacher, jailed for abusing 20 boys, eyes South Island move
One of New Zealand's worst child sex offenders has been refused parole again.
‘You ruined my life’: Woman confronts rapist as he's sent to jail
“I have felt the effects of this in every aspect of my life," she told Ericson Pascua.
French actor Depardieu goes on trial on sexual assault charges
Film star's lawyer has vowed to show accusations from two women were 'false'.
‘Sick, monstrous desires’: Sexual blackmail victim confronts religious leader
'This is who you are, a small, weak, disgusting man who preys on younger males.'
‘A silly judgment call’: Man who showed sex video to friend worried about job prospects
Neasan McVeigh lost name suppression and a bid for a discharge without conviction.
'Dealt the wrong cards': Tearful mum defends son caught with 20,000 child abuse images
Judge Sainsbury called the images 'truly disturbing and grotesque'.
Paedophile ex-surgeon admits sexually abusing 299 victims
A former surgeon has admitted guilt for sexually abusing hundreds of victims.
‘I never thought I’d be believed:’ Man sexually assaulted teen he met on dating website
'You were an adult man preying on young boys.'
Michael Jackson abused me when I was 10. I still want justice
Times: In November 2026, James Safechuck will finally get his day in court.
'Significant ongoing risk': Man who abducted and raped 14yo girl had raped twice before
He came across the young teen walking on her own and plied her with alcohol.
‘Someone was lying’: Man cleared of allegations he raped his former friend
She said it was rape while he argued it was consensual.
‘Disgraceful’ lawyer caught by #MeToo movement wants to return
James Gardner-Hopkins has reapplied for a certificate from the New Zealand Law Society.
'I want him held accountable:' Sexually violated teen’s plea as offender avoids jail time
The teen says she needs medication to sleep due to nightmares and anxiety.
Former nurse who ‘manipulated’ vulnerable patient into sex avoids jail time
Peter Ogden was sentenced to 12 months' home detention.
