Man accused of stealing from rescue helicopter deemed fit for trial

StuffOtago Daily TimesWednesday 10 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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A 31-year-old man appeared in Dunedin District Court on Wednesday after being deemed fit to plead to charges involving the theft of medical supplies from a rescue helicopter. The man, who has been in custody for over 10 months, also faces charges including six burglaries.

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First reported by Stuff, Wed 10 Dec 2025, 1:13pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 22 minutes
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    Man accused of stealing from a rescue helicopter to stand trial (opens in new tab)

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    Rescue chopper accused ruled fit to stand trial (opens in new tab)