Category: law_enforcement
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Fatal Crash Near Takapau Claims One Life
A person died in a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near Takapau this morning. Emergency services responded to the incident, which occurred just before 7:30 a.m. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit investigated,…
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement Fatal crashTakapauState Highway 2Serious Crash UnitAccidentDeathEmergency ServicesNZ Police
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Parakao Homicide Investigation: Victim Named as Geoffrey Wayne Ware
Police are continuing a homicide investigation into the death of 55-year-old Geoffrey Wayne Ware, who was found on a rural property in Parakao on May 9. Ware lived at the Mangakahia Road address. Detective Senior Sergeant Michelle Harris, from Whangarei…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HomicideParakaoGeoffrey Wayne WareWhangareiMangakahia RoadMitsubishi L200Otaika Valley RoadNZ Police
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Killer Beez Gang Member Arrested for Tobacco Theft in Clover Park
A patched Killer Beez gang member has been arrested for allegedly stealing tobacco pouches from stores in Clover Park. Police began investigating after retailers on Dawson Road raised concerns about thefts. Inspector Rakana Cook, Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager,…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Killer BeezClover Parktobacco theftshopliftingDawson RoadManukau District CourtcrimeNZ Police
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Lower Hutt Assault: Police Seek Information After Man Critically Injured
Police are investigating a serious assault in Lower Hutt after a 50-year-old man was found in critical condition at a Randwick Road residence around 8pm last night. The man's injuries were consistent with an assault. Detective Inspector Haley Ryan said…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues AssaultLower HuttRandwick RoadHutt ValleyNew Zealand PoliceCrimeHaley RyanNZ Police
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Auckland Pizza Thief Nabbed After Camera Tracking
Auckland police apprehended a 28-year-old man after he committed an aggravated robbery for pizza on Monday night. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Mayoral Drive when the victim was walking to her accommodation with recently purchased pizzas. According to…
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Auckland Police Coax Runaway Horse With Grass
Police in East Auckland were called to Ravello Rise, Flat Bush, after a horse was spotted galloping along the street on Sunday night. Inspector Rakana Cook, Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, said that the officers' arrival spooked the horse,…
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Napier Police Investigate Death of 15-Year-Old Kaea Karauria
Police are investigating the death of 15-year-old Kaea Karauria, who was found critically injured at an Alexander Avenue address in Napier on Sunday morning and died at the scene. Detective Inspector Martin James stated that police are assessing information received…
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Man to Face Court Over Railway Sleeper Theft
A 64-year-old man is set to appear in Pukekohe District Court on June 12, facing charges of theft and trespassing after allegedly stealing railway sleepers. The arrest follows an incident on May 2, when witnesses reported seeing two men removing…
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NZ Firearms Registry Contributes to Public Safety, Review Finds
A review of New Zealand's Firearms Registry has found it contributes to public safety and should continue, according to the head of Te Tari Pūreke (Firearms Safety Authority). The Ministry of Justice review highlights the work being done to protect…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegal Firearms Registrypublic safetyTe Tari PūrekecrimeMinistry of JusticeSuperintendent Richard WilsonNZ Police
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Arrests and Vehicle Impounds Follow Gisborne Tangi
Gisborne Police have made arrests and impounded vehicles following a gang tangi attended by up to 400 gang members and associates. The operation involved local Police supported by staff from neighboring districts, including the Police Eagle helicopter. Tairāwhiti Area Commander…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Gisbornetangigangarrestsvehicle impoundDanny KirkCrime StoppersNZ Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Police Deputy Commissioner Resignation, Teen's Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Police Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming has resigned. RNZ said Police Minister Mark Mitchell confirmed McSkimming's resignation came with immediate effect on Monday, before he could be dismissed. RNZ said McSkimming had been on leave…
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Martinborough Fatal Crash Enquiry Concluded
Police have concluded their investigation into a fatal collision in Martinborough on February 13, 2025, between a shared cycle and a car. One person died, and three others sustained serious injuries. Authorities have confirmed that no charges will be filed,…
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Child Dies in Karapiro ATV Crash
A child has died following an ATV crash at a residential property on French Pass Road, Karapiro, yesterday. A man remains in critical condition in hospital. Two other children were flown to hospital and are now stable. Police are supporting…
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Police Arrest Two After Dangerous Driving Incident in Counties Manukau
A coordinated effort between road patrols and the Eagle helicopter led to the arrest of two individuals in Counties Manukau yesterday. The operation was initiated in response to concerns about dangerous driving. A dirt bike rider was apprehended after allegedly…
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Parakao After Man Found Dead
Police in Northland have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a 55-year-old man in Parakao on May 9. Ambulance staff discovered the man's body at a rural property off Mangakahia Road (State Highway 15) just before 4pm. A…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia HomicideParakaoNorthlandMitsubishi L200Mangakahia RoadOtaika Valley RoadCrime StoppersNZ Police
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Mongrel Mob Member Arrested After Funeral Home Arson
A patched Mongrel Mob member has been arrested in connection to an arson at a Māngere Bridge funeral home last month. The fire occurred at a Kirkbride Road funeral home around 11.50pm on April 27. The building sustained minor damage,…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Mongrel MobMāngere Bridgefuneral homearsonfirearmarrestCounties ManukauNZ Police
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Jevon McSkimming Resigns, Investigation Continues
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers announced Jevon McSkimming's resignation from the New Zealand Police. Chambers stated that the criminal investigation will proceed unaffected by the resignation. "The criminal investigation will continue and is not affected by the resignation. I have no…
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Further Arrests Made in Tay Street Burglaries and Robberies
Invercargill Police have made further arrests following burglaries and robberies on Tay Street early last Monday morning. A 15-year-old male was arrested last week and has appeared in the Invercargill Youth Court and has been remanded in custody. A 35-year-old…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues InvercargillNew Zealand PolicearrestsrobberiesburglariesTay StreetInvercargill Youth CourtNZ Police
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Napier Homicide Investigation: Police Issue Updated Link
Police have issued an update regarding the Napier homicide investigation, correcting a previous error. The updated link to the anonymous portal for uploading footage is now available. Members of the media are asked to use the corrected link. The police…
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Tutaekara Road Closed After Tractor Roll
Tutaekara Road is closed between Kopikopiko Road and Mangamaire Road after a tractor rolled around 12:40pm. According to the Police Media Centre, no injuries have been reported. The road is expected to be closed for several hours. Motorists are advised…
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Public Asked to Avoid Betsy Eyre Park, Nelson
Police have asked the public to avoid Betsy Eyre Park in The Brook, Nelson, while they attend an incident. Authorities have stated that there is "no risk to the public," but people are advised to steer clear of the area.…
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Fatal Crash in Levin Claims One Life
A person died in a crash on Oxford Street, Levin, involving a truck and a van. Emergency services responded to the collision just before 7:20 a.m. One person died at the scene, and another was hospitalized with moderate injuries. The…
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Napier Homicide: Police Identify Victim and Seek Information
Police have identified 15-year-old Kaea Karauria from Napier as the victim of a homicide early Sunday morning. Karauria was discovered with critical injuries at an Alexander Avenue address and died at the scene despite ambulance efforts. A homicide investigation has…
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Name Released in Fatal New Plymouth Crash
Police have released the name of the victim who died in a New Plymouth crash on April 12 as 73-year-old Dennis Norman Berridge, of Westown. "Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time," police said. Enquiries…
MediaTransportationSocial IssuesLaw Enforcement New Plymouthfatal crashDennis Norman BerridgeWestownNew Zealand PoliceaccidentTransport AccidentNZ Police
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Serious Crash in Levin Leaves One Critically Injured
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle crash on Oxford Street, Levin, just before 7:20 a.m. One person sustained critical injuries, and another is in moderate condition. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating, and the road is closed with diversions…
DisastersTransportationLaw Enforcement LevinOxford StreetSerious Crash UnitTraffic accidentNew Zealand PoliceEmergency ServicesAccidentNZ Police
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Fatal ATV Crash in Karapiro Leaves One Dead, Three Injured
One person died and three others were injured in an ATV crash on French Pass Road, Karapiro. Police were notified of the incident at 2:30 p.m. One person sustained critical injuries, another serious injuries, and a third moderate injuries. Police…
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Extra Police Resources Deployed for Gisborne Tangi
Gisborne will see an increased police presence ahead of a tangi for a patched gang member on Monday. Tairāwhiti Area Commander Danny Kirk stated that the police are expecting a large number of gang members and associates to attend. Extra…
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Napier Homicide Investigation Launched After Teenager Dies
A homicide investigation is underway in Napier after a teenager died following a disorder event. Police were called to Alexander Avenue in Onekawa around 3.10am today. Detective Inspector Martin James reported that a teenage boy was found critically injured and…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues HomicideNapierOnekawaAlexander AvenueCrime StoppersNew Zealand PoliceViolent Crime
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Police Seek Information After Aggravated Robbery in Marton
Police are appealing for public assistance following an aggravated robbery in Marton. On Saturday, May 10, at approximately 10 p.m., an individual entered a commercial property on Broadway and allegedly threatened an employee with a weapon before stealing cash. The…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Aggravated RobberyMartonManawatuBroadwayCrime StoppersNew Zealand PoliceRobberyNZ Police
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Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Hastings
One person died and another suffered serious injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Hastings overnight. Emergency services responded to the collision on Southampton Street West, near King Street South, around 12.20am. One driver died at the scene. The other was…