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Burglar Sentenced for Theft and Emotional Loss | Auckland News
A burglar with a history of repeat offenses got two years and nine months behind bars after leading a crew that ransacked a home, ripping out drywall for copper pipes and stealing kayaks, a dishwasher, and even a dinghy — all while leaving over $30,000 in damage. But the real devastation? They stole cherished memories: a jazz CD collection and antique furniture collected with her late husband. The judge emphasized the emotional toll, while court records show the offender had violated his own release conditions before — proving a pattern of lawlessness. The crime was caught by a neighbor…
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