Simon Greenwood with partner Nikki Gapes. Photo / SuppliedA series of disasters and setbacks has delayed the trial of Simon Greenwood and more than 1000 days have passed since he was charged over the death of Nikki Gapes. Nikki Gapes, who died in a motorcycle crash in 2018, with her partner Simon Greenwood. "I don't know if it's desperate, but it is a resort that's common at the moment," Judge Ryan replied. Jones said systemic delays and prosecution actions caused delays, but Judge Ryan said much of the delay was "systemic".

Source: New Zealand Herald April 19, 2021 01:08 UTC