Christchurch District Court. Photo: RNZPolice have laid several serious charges against a man connected to a religious organisation with links around the Pacific. Detective Senior Sergeant Colin Baillie said a 45-year-old man would appear in the Christchurch District Court on Wednesday morning. "Police executing search warrants have arrested one person from a religious organisation that has a presence in New Zealand, Australia, Samoa and Fiji," Baillie said. "Today's arrest follows a number of allegations, and partner agencies are supporting those that have come forward.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 24, 2026 08:03 UTC