By Gill Bonnett of RNZThe terrorist who stabbed shoppers at an Auckland supermarket tried to relinquish his New Zealand residence three years ago. And then when it looked like his refugee status was going to be overturned he didn't want to." "Following this request, INZ attempted to engage with the individual about this request however he refused to speak to INZ. As such, the request was not progressed and INZ continued with its review of his refugee status." He was being stripped of his refugee status but deportation was on hold while his court case and tribunal appeal were heard.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 09, 2021 23:26 UTC