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Parole denied for man who murdered Christchurch sex worker

The PressNZ HeraldRNZFriday 1 August 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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The Parole Board has refused release for Peter Waihape, who was sentenced for the 2005 murder, rape, and abduction of a Christchurch sex worker. Authorities assessed the 47-year-old as remaining a high risk for violent reoffending. He has spent nearly 20 years in prison for the crime.

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First reported by The Press, Fri 1 Aug 2025, 2:00pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 59 minutes
  1. The PressThe Press

    Man who murdered sex worker in ‘exceptionally brutal crime’ denied parole (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Peter Waihape raped and murdered a sex worker, won’t be granted early release by Parole Board (opens in new tab)

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