Manslaughter trial begins for man after partner jumped from moving car

Tuesday 11 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 11 Mar 2025, 5:41pm

A man is facing manslaughter charges after his partner fatally jumped from a moving vehicle in Māngere. The Crown alleges the woman jumped due to fear of a sustained beating, while the defendant claims a disagreement over spilled fried rice led to the incident.

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1. StuffTue 11 Mar 2025, 5:05pm

   Spilled fried rice set off argument that led to woman fatally jumping from moving car (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 11 Mar 2025, 5:41pm

   Māngere car fall manslaughter trial: Defendant’s police interviews played for jurors (opens in new tab)