In May 1992 Brian Schlaepfer shot or stabbed six members of his family to death at their South Auckland farm.
The 64-year-old murdered his wife, three sons, daughter in law and grandson.
His nine-year-old granddaughter, Linda, was the sole survivor, having hidden in a wardrobe and providing crucial information to the police during the ordeal.
The massacre began after a domestic argument and ended when Brian took his own life.
The case remains one of New Zealand’s worst family tragedies.
In this episode of A Moment In Crime senior journalist Anna Leask explains the case and reveals the harrowing 111 call between young Linda Schlaepfer and Stuck.
Where to get help:
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Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7) – lifeline.co.nz
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Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7) – lifeline.org.nz
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Youth services: (06) 3555 906
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Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234 – youthline.co.nz
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What's Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm) – whatsup.co.nz
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Depression Helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7) – depression.org.nz
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Helpline (Need to talk?): Call or text 1737
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Aoake te Rā (Bereaved by Suicide Service): Call or text 1737 – aoaketera.org.nz
If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111
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