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Tupaea Kerr on Trial for Ex-Partner's Murder

4/14/2026

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  • Tupaea Kerr is on trial for the murder of his ex-partner Charlie Josephine Watson, who died on November 3, 2024, in Glen Eden, West Auckland.
  • Prosecutors described their relationship as volatile and abusive, including incidents where Kerr assaulted Watson.
  • On the night of the incident, Watson called for help as Kerr attacked her, suffering a fatal stab wound to the neck.
  • The defense argues Kerr lacked murderous intent.