R v Snaylam, Kameta & Al-Fadhli - [2026] NZHC 101

Sentencing notes - Murder. Section 104 engaged on two bases: extensive planning of the murder and callousness both at the time of the murder and in the subsequent burying and active concealment of the body. An MPI of 19 years was appropriate for the killing. Having regard to the personal circumstances of the individual defendants, including in the case of Mr Snaylam, his age at the time (19) and in the case of Mr AI-Fadhli who was not present at the time of the killing but who was fully aware of what was to occur at his property (and whose role was fundamentally important). MPls of 17 years for Mr Snaylam, 18 years for Mr Kameta and 17 years for Mr AI-Fadhli were appropriate. In the circumstances it is not manifestly unjust to impose MPI’s sentences at those levels.