Former Green MP shoplifting allegations

The story so far

Police are investigating a shoplifting complaint against former Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman, over an alleged incident in late 2024 at a Pak'nSave supermarket in Royal Oak, Auckland.^{15, 16 Jan 2025} A further complaint reportedly alleges she was seen placing groceries into a tote bag at a Pak'nSave in Auckland late last year, and Ghahraman has previously pleaded guilty to four shoplifting charges.^{16 Jan 2025} A Wellington lawyer has argued there is insufficient evidence to prove intent, and noted that the supermarket did not report the incident, involving goods valued under $150, directly to police.^{17 Jan 2025}

Key moments

1. 15 Jan 2025Police begin investigating a shoplifting complaint over a late 2024 Royal Oak incident.
2. 16 Jan 2025A new complaint emerges; Ghahraman previously pleaded guilty to four shoplifting charges.
3. 17 Jan 2025A lawyer disputes the allegations, citing insufficient evidence of intent and no police report.

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