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Teen Girl's Terrifying Encounter Leads to Burglary Arrest

2/10/2026

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On December 3, 2024, a 14-year-old girl woke to find Tatham-Tahere atop her in her bedroom.
She screamed, and he fled, leaving signs of a break-in and scattered underwear.
The next day, authorities arrested Tatham-Tahere after a home search revealed the underwear bag.
He initially denied charges but later pleaded guilty to indecent act and burglary in Rotorua District Court, and sentencing is scheduled for April 13, 2026.

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Story summary

On December 3, 2024, a 14-year-old girl woke to find Tatham-Tahere atop her in her bedroom.
She screamed, and he fled, leaving signs of a break-in and scattered underwear.
The next day, authorities arrested Tatham-Tahere after a home search revealed the underwear bag.
He initially denied charges but later pleaded guilty to indecent act and burglary in Rotorua District Court, and sentencing is scheduled for April 13, 2026.