Man found not guilty by reason of insanity for uncle's murder

NZ HeraldWaikato TimesMonday 11 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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Saul Maniapoto-Bernsten was found not criminally responsible for the shotgun shooting death of his uncle, Cedric Maniapoto. The 30-year-old had reportedly stopped taking his medication in the weeks prior to the incident. He was deemed legally insane at the time of the shooting.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Mon 11 Aug 2025, 1:02pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 20 minutes
  1. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Saul Maniapoto-Bernsten deemed insane at time of shooting uncle multiple times (opens in new tab)

  2. Waikato TimesWaikato Times

    Man released from mental health care to GP before shooting (opens in new tab)