The Doctor Who Stabbed a Teen | Auckland News

Auckland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 27, 2026 · 1m

A Dunedin doctor, Venod Skantha, was convicted of murdering 16-year-old Amber-Rose Rush in 2018 after she threatened to expose his abuse of power—including sexual assault allegations and supplying alcohol to minors. Already facing career ruin due to past misconduct, Skantha murdered her in her bed to silence her. Her mother died months later, and the case gained national attention when Skantha died by suicide the day after his appeal was rejected. This haunting podcast episode explores Amber-Rose’s life, the chilling details of her death, and the tragic aftermath, serving as a sobering…