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CTV families disappointed by decision not to prosecute

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Mon, 18 Dec 2017, 5:11AM
115 people died when the building collapsed during the February 2011 earthquake. (Photo \ File)
115 people died when the building collapsed during the February 2011 earthquake. (Photo \ File)

CTV families disappointed by decision not to prosecute

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Mon, 18 Dec 2017, 5:11AM

While Christmas is a time of celebration for most, families of CTV victims say there's always someone missing at the table.

115 people died when the building collapsed during the February 2011 earthquake.

After a four year investigation, police claim there's not enough evidence to prosecute.

Christine Jackson lost her daughter, Susan Selway in the disaster and she said that every year is harder being away from her eldest child.

She can't get used to the idea her daughter has died before her.

Justice Minister Andrew Little is the latest to meet with several families and said he's doing all he can for a law change.

Mr Little doesn't think those responsible should be able to get away scot-free, and doesn't want it to happen again.

He has the support of the families involved, who have faith he will make a difference.

Ms Jackson said she'll never give up fighting, and said that she still has nightmares about her daughter's last moments.

Maan Alkaisi, a family member who was at the meeting today, said a possible law change is exciting.

"We can ask the government, ask Jacinda Ardern - [she] said 'let's do it', and I will add, 'let's fix it'"

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