Gulf Harbour murder trial: accused coached others on false alibi
A man accused of murder in the Gulf Harbour body case was recorded instructing others to claim the victim died of a heart attack while traveling.
June 10, 2026
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Source: rnz.co.nz
In the ongoing trial for the murder of a woman whose body was found in Gulf Harbour in 2024, the defendant was recorded by police instructing others to claim that the victim died of a heart attack while traveling, according to court testimony.
The defendant, whose name has not been released due to legal restrictions, is accused of killing the woman and disposing of her body. The recording, played in court, allegedly shows him coaching the victim's son and another individual on what to tell authorities.
The trial continues at the High Court in Auckland, with the prosecution presenting evidence of an alleged cover-up. The defense has not yet presented its case.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gulf Harbour body trial?
It is a murder trial in New Zealand where a woman's body was found in Gulf Harbour in 2024, and the defendant is accused of killing her.
What did the police recording reveal?
The recording allegedly shows the defendant coaching the victim's son and another person to claim the woman died of a heart attack while traveling.
Where is the trial taking place?
The trial is being held at the High Court in Auckland, New Zealand.
