New Zealand / Wellington Region

Teen charged in relation to high school threat remanded on bail

15:48 pm on 11 February 2021

A teenager charged in relation to the online threat which led to Wellington High School being locked down last year, has been further remanded on bail.

Photo: RNZ / Dan Cook

A review of the case took place via teleconference today.

The 16-year-old is charged with possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition.

In December, Judge John Walker granted the teen bail to a specified address, with electronic monitoring and 24-hour supervision by a community agency.

A Family Group Conference involving Oranga Tamariki and the teenager's whānau is yet to be held.

The next court date is set for 26 February at the Porirua Youth Court.