Catherine HuttonOpen Justice reporter - Wellington·NZ Herald·28 May, 2026 01:21 AM4 mins to read‌The man is defending 16 charges, including violence and drug charges. Photo / 123RFThe man is defending 16 charges, including violence and drug charges. Photo / 123RFWarning: This story contains allegations of family harm that may be upsetting to some readers.A man defending violence, drugs and family harm charges walked out during the Crown’s closing address to the jury this morning.

“Excuse me, sorry about that, I just left and used the toilet,” the