Raymond Ratima denied parole after explaining motive for 1992 murders

Thursday 24 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 24 Jul 2025, 9:48am

In this story New Zealand Parole Board

Raymond Ratima has been refused parole for the 1992 murders of seven people, including three of his children. During a Parole Board hearing, Ratima explained his motives for the killings. His case will be considered for release again in six months.

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1. NZ HeraldThu 24 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   Mass murderer Raymond Wahia Ratima denied parole, explains why he killed seven people (opens in new tab)

2. The PostThu 24 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   Mass killer Raymond Ratima refused parole (opens in new tab)

3. StuffThu 24 Jul 2025, 9:48am

   Mass killer Raymond Ratima gives a reason for why he killed seven people, including his own sons, as he’s denied parole (opens in new tab)