Additional charges laid against Auckland funeral director over Waikumete Cemetery burials

Tuesday 18 March 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 18 Mar 2025, 4:15pm

An Auckland funeral director faces two new charges following an investigation into the alleged mishandling of burials at Waikumete Cemetery. The man was initially arrested on Friday and faces charges related to a second complaint. The ongoing investigation, known as Operation Lola, follows reports of inappropriate handling of remains.

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1. 1NewsTue 18 Mar 2025, 4:04pm

   Further charges laid against funeral worker over handling of burials (opens in new tab)

2. StuffTue 18 Mar 2025, 4:04pm

   Auckland man faces new charges related to mishandling of burials at Waikumete Cemetery (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldTue 18 Mar 2025, 4:15pm

   Second Auckland funeral director charged with interfering with human remains (opens in new tab)