When Lawrence Andrew Couper's father died in 2014, he had no idea his son had spent the final years of his life secretly ripping him off. Their family home was sold for $246,000 and Couper was given enduring power of attorney over the funds. The summary of facts broke down the different areas of his life in which Couper spent his parents' money. Couper also spent up at The Warehouse, purchasing fishing equipment, ice cream, milk, chocolate and DVDs - $1110 in 13 trips. As well as community detention, the man was given 400 hours' community work and nine months' supervision.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 05, 2018 19:04 UTC