Police seize $680,000 in assets from New Plymouth drug offender

StuffRNZMonday 15 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Police have seized approximately $680,000 in assets, including cash and property, from Marlon John Bird. The seizure follows Bird's conviction for drug manufacturing and supply. The High Court at New Plymouth ordered the handover of the assets, which include a car and $56,000 in cash found at a property.

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First reported by Stuff, Mon 15 Sep 2025, 1:33pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 hours
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