Posted 1/14/2024, 9:07:00 PM
Green MP Golriz Ghahraman Steps Down from Duties Amid Police Investigation into Shoplifting Claims
- Green Party MP Golriz Ghahraman returned to NZ amid shoplifting claims from Auckland clothing store
- Claims surfaced while she was away on long-planned personal trip; she has stepped down from portfolio duties
- Police confirmed they are investigating Dec 23 incident reported same day
- Green Party leaders aware of Dec 27 accusation but did not initially publicize at store's request
- Police received second allegation of shoplifting against Ghahraman