Philip Polkinghorne breaks down at inquest into his wife Pauline Hanna's death
Philip Polkinghorne became visibly distressed during the inquest into the death of his wife, Pauline Hanna, leading to a temporary pause in proceedings. The inquest continues to examine the circumstances of her death two years after Polkinghorne was acquitted of murder.
Why it matters
The inquest is a high-profile legal proceeding that continues to draw public and media attention in New Zealand.
Philip Polkinghorne has broken into deep sobs at his wife's inquest, with the hearing paused for him to compose himself.
Coroner Tania Tetihaha halted the airing of Polkinghorne's first police video interview because he began crying from his seat in the front of the court.
The inquest into Pauline Hanna's death is underway, two years after Polkinghorne was found not guilty of her murder.
About two minutes into the airing of the police video, Coroner Tetitaha noted Polkinghorne was distressed and told lawyer Ron Mansfield she would break.
She questioned whether he should stay for the remainder of the video.
An inquest is being held into the death of Pauline Hanna.
Polkinghorne said he was sorry as stepped out, supported by his sister Ruth Hughes who is sitting with him.
After a short break, Mansfield returned and said his client was very upset but would be okay.
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