New Zealand Cold Cases Finally Solved After Decades | True Crime Documentary

Five New Zealand cold cases that went unsolved for years — and the breakthroughs that finally delivered answers. From a preserved evidence sample that took fifteen years to speak, to a family DNA link that made legal history, to a law change that finally caught a killer who had walked free for over three decades. In this true crime documentary we cover the murders of Susan Burdett, Angela Blackmoore, Teresa Cormack, Marie Jamieson and Rodney Tahu — five cases from across Auckland, Christchurch, Napier and Turangi that New Zealand never forgot. -------------------------------- Cases covered in this documentary: 00:00 – Introduction 01:56 – Susan Burdett | Papatoetoe, Auckland, 1992 — solved after 27 years 09:04 – Angela Blackmoore | Wainoni, Christchurch, 1995 — solved after 28 years 15:52 – Marie Jamieson | Auckland, 2001 — a New Zealand forensic first 22:27 – Teresa Cormack | Napier, 1987 — solved after 15 years 29:02 – Rodney Tahu | Turangi, 1979 — New Zealand's oldest solved cold case 35:28 – Final thoughts ----------------------------------------------- Which of these cases stayed with you the most? And if you're watching from New Zealand — did you grow up hearing about any of these? Let us know in the comments, along with where you're watching from and what time it is where you are. Your suggestions genuinely shape the cases we cover next. Subscribe for more true crime documentaries covering cold cases, historic crimes and unsolved mysteries from New Zealand, Australia, Canada and the UK. ----------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: This documentary is based on publicly available information from court records, coroner findings and reputable news reporting including RNZ, NZ Herald, Stuff and the New Zealand Herald archives. It is presented for educational and informational purposes. All individuals named as convicted were found guilty in a court of law. Our intention is to respectfully document these cases and honour the victims and their families. ⚠️ Viewer discretion advised. This documentary discusses real crimes and may be distressing. If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to a local helpline or support service. #TrueCrime #NewZealand #ColdCase #TrueCrimeDocumentary #Solved #Crime #Documentary