Event Brief
Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Former Partner
Filed: Feb 23, 2026 at 1:03 AM ET
Summary: Reo Te Whetu Marama Marsh received a life sentence for the murder of Mary Benedito in Southport.
WHO: Reo Te Whetu Marama Marsh
WHAT: Sentenced to life in prison for murder
WHEN: Feb 23, 2026 at 12:42 AM ET
WHERE: Southport
WHY: Murder of Mary Benedito
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