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    Sexual assault charges have been dropped against former University of Otago pro-chancellor Bruce Aitken

    Sexual assault charges have been dropped against former University of Otago pro-chancellor Bruce Aitken


    The 75-year-old appeared in Dunedin District Court this morning charged with unlawful sexual connection and indecent assault involving a boy under 12.

    The defence applied to have the charges dismissed - which was not opposed by the Crown.

    Crown counsel James Collins confirmed no evidence was to be offered.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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