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flag Michael Scott Rodger, 46, stands trial in Christchurch for allegedly murdering Richard Leman, 41, in 2023 by shooting him, dismembering his body, and looting his belongings.

flag Michael Scott Rodger, 46, is on trial in Christchurch for the 2023 murder of Richard Leman, 41, whose dismembered body was found in a car at an abandoned house in Rangiora. flag Prosecutors allege Rodger shot Leman twice during an argument at a home where Leman had gone to deliver food, then looted his belongings, threatened two women present, and dismembered the body. flag Leman had a history of drug use, financial issues, and conflicts with gangs and authorities. flag The defense challenges the credibility of the women’s testimony, citing intoxication and self-protection motives, and denies Rodger’s involvement. flag The trial continues with over 30 witnesses set to testify.

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