Prolific Christchurch shoplifter jailed for nearly four years

The PressRNZOtago Daily TimesFriday 21 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated
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Terese Odette Harris has been sentenced to three years and seven months in prison. She pleaded guilty to 90 charges involving burglary, shoplifting, and trespassing during a nine-month spree that affected 13 Christchurch businesses. The crimes resulted in approximately $7,000 in losses.

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First reported by The Press, Fri 21 Feb 2025, 10:52am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 2 hours
  1. The PressThe Press

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  2. RNZRNZ

    Prolific shoplifter Terese Odette Harris jailed nearly four years (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    One of NZ's most prolific shoplifters jailed (opens in new tab)