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Coroner Slams Unlicensed Driving After Fatal Accident

8/20/2025

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Story summary
  • Coroner Ian Telford condemned New Zealand's acceptance of unlicensed driving following the death of 88-year-old Edward Duffy.
  • Motorcyclist Colin Rondon, who was speeding at 98 km/h and unlicensed, received a prison sentence of over three years.
  • Telford emphasized the importance of proper training and licensing to enhance road safety in New Zealand.