Three women on trial over party sex toy assault

Source: thepress.co.nz

TL;DR

The story at a glance

Three women, all aged 32 and with interim name suppression, went on trial Monday in Timaru District Court, each charged with three counts of indecent assault on the same man. The alleged acts happened at a "Dirty 30" themed birthday party in Ōamaru when the man, drunk and unconscious on his girlfriend's bed, was subjected to sex toys, lube, and mascara by the women. The article covers the trial opening, where defence framed it as fun and prosecution seeks conviction; it's reported now as the jury trial starts.[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Key points

Details and context

The man was unconscious from drink during the party, lying on the bed in his girlfriend's room. The three women entered and carried out the acts with sex toys, lubricant, and mascara, as described in court openings.[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Defence presented the behaviour as "good-natured fun" fitting the party's naughty theme. Crown argues the acts meet the legal definition of indecent assault on someone unable to consent.[[3]](https://www.reddit.com/r/newzealand/comments/1sr8c9c/stuff_three_women_on_trial_for_using_sex_toys_on)

Photo credit goes to John Bisset of The Timaru Herald, showing court exterior. Article by Doug Sail appeared in The Timaru Herald, part of The Press/Stuff network.[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Key quotes

"The use of sex toys, lube and mascara by three women on an unconscious drunk man at a “Dirty 30” themed birthday party was put forward as “good-natured fun” by the defence." – Article summary of defence position (The Timaru Herald / The Press).[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Why it matters

The case tests legal boundaries of consent, indecency, and party pranks when the target cannot respond, potentially setting precedent in New Zealand courts. It affects the women facing conviction, the victim dealing with trauma, and public views on gender in assault cases. Watch jury verdict and any suppression lift or appeals, as outcome could come soon but details remain limited.

FAQ

Q: Where and when did the incident happen?

A: The acts took place in Ōamaru on October 1, 2023, at a "Dirty 30" themed birthday party. The man was passed out drunk on his girlfriend's bed when the three women used sex toys, lube, and mascara on him. No other specifics on location within Ōamaru given.[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Q: What charges do the women face?

A: Each of the three 32-year-old women faces three charges of indecently assaulting the same man. They have interim name suppression. The jury must decide if the admitted actions qualify as indecent assaults.[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Q: What is the defence position?

A: Defence called the use of items "good-natured fun" matching the party theme. There is no dispute the incident occurred. Trial opened Monday in Timaru District Court.[[2]](https://www.facebook.com/61550318767073/posts/three-women-all-aged-32-have-interim-name-suppression-as-they-go-on-trial-in-the/122329721186010625)

Q: Why Timaru court for an Ōamaru incident?

A: Trial is in Timaru District Court, with jury empanelled there. Article notes it began Monday, but full reasons for venue not detailed. Women have suppression during proceedings.[[1]](https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/360989385/was-it-indecent-act-three-women-trial-using-sex-toys-passed-out-man)