Man extradited from Singapore to New Zealand faces rape, home invasion charges
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- A 41-year-old man extradited from Singapore to New Zealand faces multiple sexual assault and burglary charges related to a 2024 Auckland break-in. He pleaded not guilty and is scheduled for trial in 2027, with potential prison time if convicted.
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“Man extradited from Singapore to New Zealand faces rape, home invasion charges”
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“Zhang Xuesong is accused of raping and strangling the victim and reportedly fled to China, and later Singapore, following the break-in”
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“Zhang Xuesong reportedly fled to China following the alleged March 2024 Auckland break-in, complicating efforts to arrest him as no extradition treaty exists between the two countries”
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“The 41-year-old subsequently visited Singapore, where he was returned to New Zealand last September”
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“Zhang, who is also a Singapore resident, faces multiple charges including sexual violation by unlawful sexual connection, indecent assault, aggravated burglary, strangulation, assault with a weapon and sexual violation by rape”
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“The real estate professional pleaded not guilty in the Auckland High Court, which set a trial date for March 2027, The New Zealand Herald reported”
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