Bad teachers: New Zealand's most prolific sex offending educators revealed

It is not a rare occurrence for teachers to be investigated or charged with sexual offending against the children and young people they are supposed to be educating, guiding and nurturing.   

But some cases are significantly worse than other and in this episode of A Moment In Crime host Anna Leask recalls the three sex offending teachers who have caused New Zealand kids the most harm. 

The cases of Jaime Cooney, Paul Herrick and James Robertson are among the wrost offenders - in terms of how the abuse played out, the number of victims and how long the offending was taking place.   

And in all three cases, these predators could have been stopped much earlier.   

There were glaring red flags and concerns were raised both formally and informally with police and other authorities.  

But for various reasons these offenders remained free and able to continue violating and abusing innocent children.   

In today’s episode of A Moment In Crime Leask outlines how the sexual predators were caught, how they were dealt with by the justice system and where they are now. 

You will also hear from Parker - what he told the Parole Board in 2024 about his disgusting offending.

This episode of A Moment In Crime tells the story of significant sexual offending and abuse and is intended for a mature audience. See below information on where to get help or advice.

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