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Man accused of killing promising young league player goes on trial

Summary by RNZ

Rakai Jacob Thompson, 26, appeared in the High Court at New Plymouth charged with the murder of Te Omeka Pairama Akariri-Buckley.

Rakai Jacob Thompson, 26, appeared in the High Court at New Plymouth charged with the murder of Te Omeka Pairama Akariri-Buckley.

16 days ago·New Zealand

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RNZ broke the news in New Zealand 16 days ago on Monday, November 24, 2025.

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