Kilbirnie mosque bomb threat case

The story so far

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Dunedin and charged with causing harm by posting digital communication, with a court date set for 27 October.^{26 Oct 2025}

What's next

His lawyer intends to apply for a discharge without conviction.^{13 Nov 2025}

Key moments

1. 25 Oct 2025Kilbirnie Masjid suspends all activities while police investigate the online bomb threat.
2. 26 Oct 2025Dunedin man, 18, arrested and charged over the threat against the mosque.
3. 13 Nov 2025Man admits posting the harmful digital communication in Dunedin District Court.

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