Neville Thomson
Neville Thomson was a victim of a tragic dog attack in 2022, where he was mauled to death by his lodger's dogs in Panguru, Northland. His case has highlighted the serious public safety issues surrounding dangerous dogs in the region, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of dog control laws.
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Neville Thomson died in a separate dog attack incident in Northland in 2022.
No destruction for Rotorua dog that bit a child’s face in Tauranga
New Zealand· 2026-03-06
Neville Thomson died in a dog attack in Panguru.
Christchurch dog attack: No previous complaints filed with council against animalsNew Zealand· 2026-02-22
Neville Thomson died in a dog attack in Panguru.
Three injured after dog attack in Christchurch suburb of BryndwrNew Zealand· 2026-02-21
Neville Thomson was a victim of a fatal dog attack, described as a colourful character.
Far North fatal dog attack: Partner calls for action on dangerous dogsNew Zealand· 2025-10-18
Neville Thomson was a much-loved father and grandfather who lost his life due to a dog attack.
Dog attack victim Neville Thomson’s children speak after Abel Wira’s manslaughter verdictNew Zealand· 2025-08-30
Neville Thomson was mauled to death by a pack of dogs while home alone.
Far North man Abel Wira found guilty of manslaughter after dogs maul Neville Thomson to deathNew Zealand· 2025-08-26
Neville Thomson was mauled to death by dogs belonging to his boarder, Abel Wira.
Abel Wira on trial for manslaughter after dogs kill landlord Neville ThomsonNew Zealand· 2025-08-18
Neville Thomson, 69, was mauled to death by his lodger’s dogs in Panguru in 2022.
Dog control review: Roaming dogs in the Far North found to be serious public safety issueNew Zealand· 2025-03-03
