Hawaiki Dean Little

Hawaiki Dean Little, a 47-year-old man from Tauranga, was sentenced for a series of violent offenses, including a callous attack on his dog and assaults on his daughter and ex-partner. The court described his actions as both cruel and abusive, highlighting a pattern of domestic violence and animal cruelty. Following a violent incident where he assaulted his daughter while she attempted to protect her mother, Little received a 14-month prison sentence. He also faced disqualification from owning pets for five years and was ordered to pay restitution for veterinary costs related to the dog's injuries.