Blade Herbert Sentenced for Whangārei Kidnapping Linked to Drug Deal

A man was kidnapped during a botched drug deal and held by Blade Herbert and an associate, who forced their way into his home demanding money. The victim escaped when their vehicle was stopped at a police checkpoint after a 90-minute ordeal, leading to Herbert’s sentencing for kidnapping, aggravated assault, and other charges in Whangārei District Court.

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