Diesel mechanic Marie Hearn has admitted charges linked to shooting eight rounds of bullets into two cars owned by a work colleague. Diesel mechanic Marie Hearn has admitted charges linked to shooting eight rounds of bullets into two cars owned by a work colleague. Photo / 123rfA diesel mechanic shot eight rounds of bullets into two cars owned by a colleague amid allegations of workplace bullying. Today, Marie Hearn, 62, admitted in the Nelson District Court to discharging a firearm in a public place, possessing a firearm after her licence had been revoked and two charges of possessing ammunition unlawfully. The mechanic, who described herself on social media as a former firefighter, worked for a Nelson industrial firm and drove to the workplace premises about 8.30pm on June 6.

Source: New Zealand Herald December 22, 2025 06:33 UTC