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Radio NZ A prominent Canterbury man has
been jailed for three and a half years for sexual abuse against a young girl,
including rape and sodomy. Peter Maxwell Stewart, 63, is the
husband of the New Zealand Fashion Week founder, Pieter Stewart, and the son
of Sir Robertson Stewart, who founded the electrical company, PDL Industries. Late last year, he was found
guilty on seven charges of sexual abuse which occurred more than 30 years ago
when the complainant was aged between eight and 14 years. In sentencing, Justice Panckhurst
said Stewart was a first offender and had made a significant contribution to
his community. But he said the girl's age and
vulnerability were aggravating features and the offending had caused her huge
emotional harm. Stewart's lawyer says his client
maintains he's innocent and will appeal the convictions. |
