However, the police left her home in Canterbury without having her examined by any medical professional. I have had to beg and beg for information.”Lisa said police left her with no support or medical help after the alleged assault. Soon afterwards, Mike’s brother sent her a message saying Mike had appeared in court and been released on bail. The spokesperson explained that police had “a number of obligations to victims under the Victims’ Rights Act 2002”. “Police must also notify these victims where the defendant is released on bail and their bail conditions.

Source: New Zealand Herald December 19, 2025 22:24 UTC