Russell Collins
Russell Collins is a judge who presided over the trial of Tracey Lee Castle, ultimately finding her guilty of wounding and threatening to kill, based on the evidence presented.
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Judge Russell Collins remanded him in custody to be sentenced next month.
Hastings man found guilty of attempted rape, sexual violation and assault of young woman in his home
New Zealand· 2026-07-10
Judge Russell Collins told the jury the man had a historical conviction for manslaughter.
Herald morning quiz: July 8 - New Zealand NewsNew Zealand· 2026-07-07
Judge Russell Collins told the jury the man had a historical conviction for manslaughter.
Fieldays: Planning already underway for 2027 after bumper 2026 turnoutNew Zealand· 2026-07-07Judge Russell Collins presided over the trial and informed the jury about the man's historical conviction.
US celebrates 250 years in the middle of one of its biggest stress tests – EditorialNew Zealand· 2026-07-07
Judge Russell Collins presided over the trial and provided context about the man's historical conviction.
Jet boss warns of fatal crash risk unless Govt acts on CAA problemsNew Zealand· 2026-07-07
Judge Russell Collins told the jury about the man's historical conviction for manslaughter.
Fire crews save stranded motorist trapped four hours in Canterbury floodNew Zealand· 2026-07-07
Judge Russell Collins told the jury the man had a historical conviction for manslaughter.
Napier trial told young woman feared for her life at hands of older man she was living withNew Zealand· 2026-07-07Judge Russell Collins said this did not make it more likely that he committed any of the offences with which he is now charged.
Man faces 27 charges alleging sexual and physical abuse of young womanNew Zealand· 2026-07-06Judge Russell Collins made special note of the defendant’s excuses and false promises throughout the case.
Arrest warrant issued in Auckland for serial conman Vincent Smith after another immigration scamNew Zealand· 2025-11-06
Judge Russell Collins imposed a prison sentence on Alexander Kerr for his actions.
Cannabis-impaired driver Alexander Kerr jailed over Havelock North crash that killed Wade CrosbieNew Zealand· 2025-08-24
Judge Russell Collins sent the man to prison for 10 years and eight months.
‘Monster’ takes abducted woman to remote area off Hastings-Taihape road and rapes herNew Zealand· 2025-05-31
Judge Russell Collins rejected Smith's defense and found him guilty of all charges.
Hāwera man John Paul Smith jailed for raping woman in game of truth, dare, or commandNew Zealand· 2025-04-14
Judge Russell Collins presided over the case and sentenced Hyeju Kim.
Korean immigrant Hyeju Kim convicted of careless driving causing Napier man Joe Kelly’s deathNew Zealand· 2025-04-07
Judge Russell Collins presided over the trial and found Castle guilty of the charges.
Tracey Castle found guilty of intentionally driving her ute into woman after New Plymouth street fightNew Zealand· 2025-03-22
