Douglas Roake

Douglas Roake is a convicted criminal who gained notoriety for a series of armed robberies in Canterbury, New Zealand, culminating in a violent home invasion in April 2017. His actions during the spree were described as extremely serious and premeditated, leading to significant trauma for his victims. Roake has expressed regret for his actions and has been noted for his motivation to engage in treatment while incarcerated. However, he recently declined parole, as the Parole Board deemed him still a risk to community safety.