Linton-based soldier faces espionage court martial next week

Thursday 14 August 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Thu 14 Aug 2025, 7:21pm

A soldier with links to far-right groups faces 17 charges under the Armed Forces Discipline Act. The identity of the soldier, the involved foreign country, and some expert witnesses remain suppressed. The court martial hearing is expected to begin on Monday.

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1. RNZThu 14 Aug 2025, 4:55pm

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2. 1News via RNZThu 14 Aug 2025, 6:31pm

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3. NZ HeraldThu 14 Aug 2025, 6:46pm

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4. Otago Daily TimesThu 14 Aug 2025, 7:21pm

   Espionage trial of NZ soldier shrouded in secrecy (opens in new tab)