Former Loafers Lodge manager charged with manslaughter following 2023 fire

Friday 27 June 2025 · 6 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 27 Jun 2025, 5:51pm

Marie Louise Murphy, 70, has been named as one of four people charged with manslaughter following the 2023 Loafers Lodge fire in Wellington. Murphy, who was involved in the hostel's management, pleaded not guilty in the High Court. Police allege the accused were responsible for aspects of the building's fire safety systems.

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1. The Press via The PostFri 27 Jun 2025, 10:25am

   Loafers Lodge property manager one of four charged with manslaughter (opens in new tab)

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2. RNZFri 27 Jun 2025, 3:59pm

   Loafers Lodge fire: First manslaughter accused named as Marie Louise Murphy (opens in new tab)

3. 1News via RNZFri 27 Jun 2025, 5:51pm

   Loafers Lodge fire: Manslaughter accused identified in court (opens in new tab)