Ryan Benic
New ZealandprosecutorMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Ryan Benic is a Crown prosecutor involved in high-profile cases addressing child abuse. Recently, he made headlines for his role in the prosecution of Charles Afeaki, emphasizing the profound and lasting impact of Afeaki's actions on his victims during sentencing hearings.
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Crown prosecutor Ryan Benic argued for prison sentences for the defendants involved in the robbery and homicide.
Pt England robbery murder: Howard Te’ao, Amy Parker and Joseph Patolo sentenced in Auckland for death of Ahmed Al-ObaidyThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-07-29
New Zealand· 2026-07-29
Crown prosecutor Ryan Benic pointed out that Toutai Loto’ahea had already benefited from a reduced charge.
Auckland inmate Toutai Loto’ahea gets more prison time for officer attackThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-07-26
New Zealand· 2025-07-26
Crown prosecutor Ryan Benic contended that Syed Ibrahim played a critical role in the drug importation scheme.
Auckland tourism operator Syed Ibrahim transitioned to drug trafficking during CovidThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-15
New Zealand· 2025-06-15
Crown prosecutor Ryan Benic highlighted the far-reaching effects of child abuse during the hearing.
Charles Afeaki’s sentence lengthened for historical child abuse in Auckland, Invercargill schoolsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-06-04
New Zealand· 2025-06-04
