Pauline Timu sentenced for manslaughter of 8-year-old
Pauline Timu was sentenced for manslaughter after delaying medical care for 8-year-old Rickah'Shae, who died from an asthma attack.
May 14, 2026
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Source: nzherald.co.nz
Pauline Timu has been sentenced for the manslaughter of 8-year-old Rickah'Shae, who died from an asthma attack in 2023. The court heard that Timu delayed seeking medical help for the child, pulling over for seven to nine minutes to call another occupant of her house to warn that police might be coming.
When Timu finally arrived at WhakatΔne Hospital, medical staff were unable to save Rickah'Shae. The sentencing took place at the High Court in Rotorua on May 14, 2026.
Timu was initially charged with murder, but the charge was reduced to manslaughter. The judge emphasized the gravity of the delay in care, which directly contributed to the child's death.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What was Pauline Timu sentenced for?
She was sentenced for manslaughter after delaying medical care for 8-year-old Rickah'Shae, who died from an asthma attack.
When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred in 2023, and the sentencing took place on May 14, 2026.
Why did Timu delay taking the child to hospital?
She pulled over for seven to nine minutes to call another occupant of her house to warn that police might be coming to their address.
