STUFF NZ First leader Winston Peters answers questions after his party lambasted the Serious Fraud Office for its investigation into the New Zealand First Foundation. Instead, Mr Staples alleges Mr Freeman sent threatening messages, told Mr Staples he had placed vehicle trackers on his vehicle and threatened him at work,” she said. The judge found that Freeman “actively encouraged Mr Peters to use absolute privilege to make allegations about Mr Staples”. “They represent a sustained and comprehensive attack on Mr Staples’ character and business practices.” the judge said. “Mr Staples says everything changed when Mr Freeman and his ‘Head Hunter henchmen’ entered his life.”The judge listed several aggravating factors against Freemen.

Source: Stuff June 04, 2021 08:25 UTC