The winner would get what they wanted, the defendant allegedly said. The woman told the court she repeatedly told the man she was married and her husband was waiting at home. The driver allegedly continued slowly towards her home as the compliments continued. A month later, the driver allegedly obtained her personal details from the Dunedin City Council rates database and repeatedly contacted her through social media. When they reached the destination, the man allegedly asked for payment.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 30, 2026 22:39 UTC