Crime
Teen burglar sent to prison
Thursday 29 August 2013 | Published in Crime
A young man with a long list of charges has been convicted and will spend two months in prison for burglary.
Young man pulled up on his attitude
Wednesday 28 August 2013 | Published in Crime
A young offender appearing for failing to attend community service has been jailed and told by a Justice of the Peace that his attitude problem needs to change.
Franklin to be sentenced
Wednesday 28 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The high-profile case of New Zealand ex-police officer Mark Franklin is due to come to a close with his sentencing on Thursday.
Drink driving 'miscalculation'
Wednesday 28 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court on August 22 was presided over by Justices of the Peace Carmen Temata and Georgina Williams, who made the following judgements: Papaturua Maretapu – 23, of Tupapa, appeared in court on a charge of excess blood alcohol.
Pre-trial change of charges for accused
Tuesday 27 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Panama man Gene Hunter has had charges against him changed after his trial came close to adjournment on Monday.
George attends 1st FIFA meet
Tuesday 27 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Local lawyer and Atiu member of parliament Norman George made his first visit to FIFA Headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland as a member of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee.
Visitors arrested for drink driving
Monday 26 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Three visitors arrested for drink driving appeared in the High Court last Thursday.
Probation for Matapo
Saturday 24 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Operation Eagle accused Dina Matapo has been sentenced to one year probation with 6 months’ community service on a charge of offering to supply cannabis.
Jail for refusing jury service?
Saturday 24 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The judge currently presiding over the Operation Eagle court cases has alluded to the possibility of jail time for jurors who fail to fulfil their duties.
Arlander receives jail sentence
Saturday 24 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Local businessman Scott Arlander has received 10 months’ imprisonment for three charges of selling cannabis.
Demo Party welcomes High Court's decision
Friday 23 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Dear Editor, The decision by the High Court about Norman George’s political status is welcomed by the Democratic Party and the Opposition.
3 plead guilty in drugs case
Tuesday 20 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Three Operation Eagle accused have pleaded guilty to their charges, eliminating the need for a two-week court trial that set to start this week.
Common assault charge 'boyish buffoonery'
Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court was presided over by Justice of the Peace John Kenning who passed the following judgments: Leroy Robinson – appeared in court for sentencing over a common assault charge.
Arlander sentencing next week
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Rarotonga businessman Scott Arlander will be sentenced for three charges of selling cannabis next Friday.
Final Op Eagle trial this month
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The remaining four defendants caught in the largest drug bust in Cook Islands history are up for trial next week.
Assault described as 'a little push'
Monday 12 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court on August 8 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Pae Tuteru who made the following judgements: Mii Matara –retained a lawyer, Wilkie Rasmussen, and pleaded guilty to a charge of assault on a female.
Truck driver loses licence
Monday 12 August 2013 | Published in Crime
A full-time driver for CITC’s warehouse charged with failing a breath test has been disqualified from driving.
Youth day focuses on migration
Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Migrating Cook Islands youth, community involvement and volunteerism are the themes for this year’s International Youth Day taking place on Monday, August 12.
Accused to take psych analysis
Wednesday 7 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court on August 1 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Tauei Solomon, who passed the following judgements: Iete Pukerua – has yet to take a psychiatric analysis by Dr Rangi Fariu to confirm his state of mind when he makes a plea.
Details sought in super fund case
Friday 2 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Preliminary details of the superannuation case remain to be worked out before it can be heard before the High Court next month.
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