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Could 17 stab wounds be self-defence? Young killer's motives debated
He's unfit to stand trial, but a judge still has to decide if the killing was justified.
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Naked body of Briton found in Sicily amid fears of ‘ritual gone wrong’
Police investigate off-grid community of 'hippies' in the area where the man was living.
Lucy Letby's hospital could have saved some babies, inquiry finds
Report blames hospital leaders for failing to act on concerns about Letby.
Hayden Panettiere's boyfriend throws bar stool before police detain him
The incident happened as inquiries into the actress' death continue.
'Control and dominance': Father forced young sons to fight, filmed it and sent video to their mother
He was angry they were lying so he assaulted them both, then made them fight each other.
'They stole our sense of safety': Teen caught after wearing ankle bracelet during home invasion
The victim said her family could no longer stay in the home as they were too frightened.
Neighbours intervene as armed men wound Wellington woman putting rubbish out
Police are seeking witnesses after a woman was attacked in Mount Victoria.
Killing spree: How a meth addict bludgeoned three people to death
The killer said his 'bad side' took over as he attacked people he knew in their homes.
Oranga Tamariki staff present during 'walking the line' assault
A young person was slapped and hit by other teenagers as he was discharged.
Two men allegedly took guns to a fist-fight. One was shot dead. The other's on trial.
'I blasted them up,' accused said on Facebook Live. His lawyer says he was performing.
'I hear voices 24/7': Shoplifter's open admission in court after stealing dozens of perfumes
Crystal Jones stole $15,140 of goods and assaulted two people across Northland.
One injured after alleged stabbing in Canterbury township
Emergency services were called to Main St in Fairlie at around 2.15am on Saturday.
'A house of torture': Boy's abuser seeks reduced prison sentence
Woman's terror campaign included pouring boiling water on teen and making him eat faeces.
Man charged after woman allegedly robbed, assaulted in Botany Downs carpark
Police arrested a 39-year-old Ōtara man within 45 minutes of the report.
Police investigate after two found injured on Ponsonby Rd
One of those hurt had serious injuries after an alleged assault.
Megan Alatini's brave act as friend coward punched, left unconscious
Former pop singer and wife threatened as they rushed to man's aid.
Axe killer studied theology, nursing prior to couple's murder
The defence has insinuated that the Crown's star witness lived in a fantasy world.
Newlyweds allegedly attacked in their sleep, groom left with broken eye socket
A 37-year-old man was arrested after the alleged attack in Twizel.
'So exciting!': Court told of tomahawk killer's behaviour after couple slain
Defendant allegedly considered an ACC ankle sprain claim after stomping on victims' heads.
Austrian woman dies after husband drugged her for sex in ‘Pelicot 2.0’
An Austrian man is accused of drugging his wife and arranging her rape.
Policeman kills teacher wife at Thai kindergarten
All 44 children were safely evacuated after the deadly shooting in Chonburi province.
Stabbing victim's family will 'never understand' why 501 deportee left him for dead
Killer Uepa Tumaialu declined to tell the court why he didn't call 111.
No 'murderous intent' when woman sat on homeless 'best mate' – defence
Rachael Eddy denies murdering her friend Ross Kennedy at a campsite in 2024.
Tomahawk murderer gives graphic account of couple's ruthless killing
Two friends who met in church carried out the home invasion double homicide.
Firm employing lawyer who assaulted ex will 'reconsider' job if he's named
The firm said it was satisfied the employee was not a health or safety risk.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks Trump for pardon
Her defence argued postpartum psychosis made her not criminally liable.
Kaihu dog owner charged with manslaughter after fatal attack
The accused was arrested in central Auckland after a six-month inquiry.
Disruptive duct-taped American Airlines passenger loses real estate job
Layne Lundeen faces disorderly conduct and assault charges after the flight incident.
Rotorua homicides: Baby and toddler among three dead
Police are continuing a forensic examination of the Glenholme property today.
Rotorua triple homicide: Resident heard ‘three pops’
A woman who has lived in the area for 24 years describes the night a woman and two children were found dead at a Rotorua address. Video / Ben Fraser