A jury has found a former prominent political figure guilty of historical sex offences.
The man was found guilty on all eight charges of indecent assault, which involved two victims, dating back to the 1990s.
The judge ordered that his name remain suppressed for 14 more days so the defence can decide whether to seek further suppression. It can be reported that he is not a sitting member of Parliament.
The man was found guilty on all eight charges, which involved two victims, dating back to the 1990s. (Source: 1News)
The prosecution had argued the man took advantage of his position as a mentor of two teenage boys at a sports club.
It said he supplied them with alcohol and abused them while they were intoxicated and vulnerable. The offences were said to have occurred in Waikato and Auckland.
The defence had told the jury the events did not happen and the complainants’ accounts were untruthful.
The jury found the man guilty on the charges. Sentencing will take place at a later date.