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Charge amended for man accused in Rotorua hit-and-run death

Waikato TimesNZ HeraldFriday 12 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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Riki Lum, a 31-year-old Hamilton man, has had his charge amended following the death of Paige Johnson in a Rotorua motorbike hit-and-run. Lum is currently on electronically monitored bail while he awaits trial for the manslaughter of the 24-year-old man.

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First reported by Waikato Times, Fri 12 Sep 2025, 11:59am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 70 minutes
  1. Waikato TimesWaikato Times

    Man charged in wake of hit-and-run death has charge amended (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Rotorua hit-and-run case: Riki Lum, Hamilton man charged with Paige Johnson’s manslaughter, granted bail (opens in new tab)