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Paul's in the hospital (again)

Writer: Amanda Riddell
Amanda Riddell
1 hour ago
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He got mugged in Liverpool, then something happened in Christchurch. He was with Michael Stoop. Four assaults this year. He's in traction for a week. Sounds dramatic, but the first assault in May was far worse (physically speaking). Paul's alleging that he was sexually assaulted in this assault.

 
 
 

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Amanda Riddell
Amanda Riddell
an hour ago

The ED doctors thought the latest one was bad, but didn't have his full history. His shoulder was dislocated and he took a beating. I'm just writing from Wellington. Getting updates.

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