Man charged after driver allegedly killed dog in Silverdale

Friday 14 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 14 Aug, 6:49pm

A 52-year-old man has appeared in North Shore District Court following an incident in Silverdale on 30 July. He faces charges including reckless driving and unlawful intimidation after allegedly speeding towards people before killing a family's golden retriever. The man has been remanded in custody.

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1. 1NewsFri 14 Aug, 6:17pm

   Driver allegedly sped at people before killing dog in Silverdale (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 14 Aug, 6:49pm

   Man charged after allegedly driving at family’s golden retriever, killing it (opens in new tab)