A Waikato man has been charged withallegedly chopping off a burglar's finger after two youths broke into his property
A Waikato man has been charged withallegedly chopping off a burglar's finger after two youths broke into his property
17 October 2020
The pair entered the property on Napinapi Rd in Piopio -- in the early hours of October 1
Police say the man pointed a gun at the two and severed a finger during an altercation, but it wasn't fired.
The 65 year old has been charged with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, common assault and for owning a non-prohibited firearm without a licence.
The youths have been referred to the Youth Justice system and one has been charged with committing a burglary with a weapon.
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