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Protest Turns Violent: Arrest After Window Smash at MP's Home

10/7/2025

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Man was arrested for smashing a window at Winston Peters' home during a protest and faces burglary charges.
Peters condemned the attack as "inexcusable" and backed legislation to prevent protests outside homes.
Chlöe Swarbrick and Chris Hipkins condemned the attack and urged safe homes for MPs.
Paul Goldsmith called the attack a "disgraceful episode" and criticized Labour's protest stance.

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Man was arrested for smashing a window at Winston Peters' home during a protest and faces burglary charges.
Peters condemned the attack as "inexcusable" and backed legislation to prevent protests outside homes.
Chlöe Swarbrick and Chris Hipkins condemned the attack and urged safe homes for MPs.
Paul Goldsmith called the attack a "disgraceful episode" and criticized Labour's protest stance.