Crown begins closing arguments in Loafers Lodge murder trial

RNZNZ HeraldThe PostMonday 22 September 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated
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The Crown has started closing its case in the trial of a man accused of five murders and arson following a Wellington hostel fire in May 2023. While the prosecution claims the fire was purposeful, the defendant's lawyers argue he is not guilty by reason of insanity.

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First reported by RNZ, Mon 22 Sep 2025, 1:41pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 6 hours
  1. RNZRNZ

    Loafers Lodge fire 'no tragic accident', Crown says as closing case (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Loafers Lodge murder trial: 5 men killed in hostel fire were staying in ‘death traps’ (opens in new tab)

  3. The PostThe Post via RNZ

    Loafers Lodge fire ‘no tragic accident’, Crown says (opens in new tab)