James Arthur Holder

James Arthur Holder

defendant New Zealand

James Arthur Holder, 55, is currently on trial in the High Court at Christchurch for the murder of David Bridgwater, which occurred following a drug transaction. Holder admits to shooting Bridgwater but claims it was in self-defense, while the Crown argues that he acted with intent. The case has attracted attention due to the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including prior drug dealings and a confrontation that escalated to violence.

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New Zealand New Zealand: Holder doesn’t deny shooting him but claims it was in self-defence. 5

Leanne Crighton Bridgwater Kerry White Lisa Preston Al Williams
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: James Arthur Holder murder trial: Emotional 111 call played to Christchurch jury

New Zealand New Zealand: James Arthur Holder is on trial for the murder of David Bridgwater, claiming self-defense. 3

David Bridgwater Lisa Preston Al Williams
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Christchurch murder trial told of drug sale hours before David Bridgwater shot dead