一起假子periencing案：兄弟合力逃避法律制裁
一起假子periencing案：兄弟合力逃避法律制裁
在新西兰北岛的塔斯托(Tasago)发生了一起令人震惊的案件。一对兄弟利用 fake periencing 来逃避法律制裁，最终被法院以合谋作假罪名判处 7.5 年有期徒刑。
29岁的 William James Merrin 和 21岁的 Natalia 在去年 8 月策划了一个惊人的计划：在她哥哥的支持下，she create a Facebook account to "catfish" her grandmother's funeral in July 2023, claiming she was responsible for transporting her brother.
Upon discovering the fake account, police immediately launched an investigation. They found that the funeral had already taken place on July 8, and that Natalia had created a Facebook page under the name of her grandmother to manipulate authorities into believing she was responsible for the transportation.
Natalia's actions were so brazen that she even verbally abused police officers during questioning. However, her brother William, who has a criminal history including charges related to the Mongrel Mob, played a significant role in manipulating her。
In a pre-sentence report, Natalia admitted to being manipulated by her brother and claimed she had no knowledge of the fake account or the impending funeral。She also denied any intent to defraud or harm anyone else。
Despite her claims, the court found her actions to be "totally selfish" and deemed her brother's influence a key factor in her decision to create the fake account。Judge Clark noted that Natalia had a modest criminal history compared to her brother's serious one。
In light of these factors, the judge commuted her sentence from 15 months' imprisonment to seven and a half years' home detention。Meanwhile, William was sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment for his role in the scheme。
Natalia's case serves as a stark reminder of how serious criminal behavior can escalate when influenced by powerful figures with their own dark motives。The brothers' actions not only cost them valuable lives but also set a dangerous precedent for others willing to manipulate law enforcement systems。
This case has sparked widespread outrage among New Zealanders, who view such behavior as a violation of justice and fairness in the system。It also highlights the importance of maintaining public trust in law enforcement agencies and the need for stronger measures to combat crime and corruption。
