A Christchurch car thief whose offending was described as a "way of life" has failed in a bid to appeal his prison sentence. Leigh Marc Fraser was sentenced in the Christchurch District Court in September to two years and seven months' imprisonment. READ MORE:* Gone in 60 Seconds: Gang of car thieves steal classic cars* Christchurch thief had 'unhealthy focus' with stolen carsThe offending happened around the city between June and November 2018. NZ POLICE Kalon Andrews' 1972 Mazda Rotary ute is towed from his panel beaters in Christchurch by car thieves. Through his lawyer, Fraser said without medication he was prone to making rash decisions.

Source: Stuff December 28, 2019 20:11 UTC