Category: law_enforcement
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State Highway 29 Lane Blocked After Matamata Crash
The eastbound lane of State Highway 29 near Matamata is currently blocked following a single-vehicle crash. Police were alerted to the incident just before 5pm. Two individuals have sustained moderate injuries and are receiving medical assistance. Authorities are urging motorists…
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Four-Vehicle Crash Blocks Harper Avenue in Christchurch
Eastbound lanes on Harper Avenue in Christchurch are currently blocked due to a four-vehicle crash that occurred around 4:40 PM. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident. Police are advising motorists to avoid the area…
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Name Release: Fatal Crash in Hamurana
Police have released the name of the person who died following a crash in Hamurana, north of Rotorua, on Tuesday, January 13. He has been identified as 21-year-old Te Peeti Melahkai Raki, of Hamilton. Two people remain in hospital as…
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Marewa Following Man's Death
Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a man in Marewa this morning. Emergency services were called to Savage Cres just before 11:10am after receiving reports of an assault. Upon arrival, the man was located with critical…
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Man Arrested in Masterton Family Harm Incident
A 25-year-old man has been arrested following a family harm incident in Masterton on Thursday. Police were called to a River Road address around 5pm, where they found a woman unconscious and bleeding. She was transported to Wellington Hospital in…
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Serious Incident in Onehunga: One Critical
Police are responding to a serious incident in Onehunga, Auckland, following reports of a person sustaining injuries consistent with a gunshot wound. The incident occurred shortly after 11 am at a property on Arthur Street. One person has been transported…
Law EnforcementMedia OnehungaSerious IncidentGunshot WoundHospitalPoliceInvestigationCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Police Provide Update on Waitārere Beach Incident, Emphasize Ongoing Investigation
Police are continuing their investigation into a tragic incident at a Waitārere property this week, which resulted in one death and three critical injuries. Inspector Ross Grantham, Manawatū Area Commander, acknowledged public interest and comments from the deceased man's family,…
Law EnforcementDisasters Waitārere BeachPolice InvestigationTragic IncidentManawatūCritical InjuriesPost-mortemScene ExaminationNew Zealand Police
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Three in Custody After Auckland Burglary and 90-Minute Pursuit
Three people are in custody and enquiries are continuing following a burglary which ended in a 90-minute fleeing driver event across Auckland. Just after 5.30am, Police received a report of three people allegedly smashing their way into a store on…
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Two Dead in Hamilton Two-Vehicle Crash
Two people have died following a serious crash involving two vehicles in Beerescourt overnight. Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 12:30 AM. Upon arrival, two individuals were found deceased. The Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination,…
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Woman Charged with Murder in Tauranga
A 37-year-old woman has been charged with murder in connection with the death of a man in Tauranga. The man was found deceased at an address on Fraser Street on Sunday, December 14, after emergency services were called to the…
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Te Rapa Road Closed After Serious Overnight Crash
Te Rapa Road in Hamilton is closed following a serious crash involving two vehicles that occurred overnight. Emergency services were called to the scene around 12:30 AM. Police have not yet confirmed any details regarding injuries to those involved. The…
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State Highway 1 Partially Blocked in Ōamaru After Early Morning Crash
Ōamaru residents are advised of potential delays on State Highway 1 (Thames Highway) this morning following a crash involving a truck and trailer unit. The incident occurred around 3:10 am between Sandringham Street and College Street. While there are no…
Law EnforcementTransportation ŌamaruState Highway 1CrashTraffic DelaysRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceTransport
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One Dead, Three Injured in Winton Two-Vehicle Crash
A person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Winton yesterday afternoon. The collision occurred on State Highway 6/Great North Road shortly after 3pm. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. Three other individuals sustained injuries, with one suffering…
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Serious Injuries in Two-Vehicle Crash on SH1, Waipapakauri
Emergency services are attending a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1, north of Waipapakauri in the Far North. The collision, reported at 4.45pm near Ogle Drive, has blocked both lanes of the highway. Seven people from both vehicles have sustained…
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Search for Missing Tramper in Kahurangi National Park Suspended
The search for missing tramper Graham Garnett, 66, in Kahurangi National Park has been suspended. The decision was made after extensive searches of the area, a difficult outcome for everyone involved. Police extended their thanks to Land Search and Rescue…
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Man Arrested in Connection with Christmas Day Firearms Incident in Hornby
Police have arrested and charged a 17-year-old man in relation to a firearms incident in Hornby on Christmas Day. The incident occurred shortly after 6:30pm on December 25, when calls were received reporting a male being chased by others, one…
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State Highway 6/Great North Road Closed After Serious Crash
State Highway 6/Great North Road is closed near Eglinton Street following a two-vehicle crash reported just after 3pm. Initial reports indicate that there are serious injuries resulting from the incident. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays,…
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Man Faces Multiple Charges After Petrol Drive-Off Investigation Leads to Stolen Car Discovery
Police investigating a series of petrol drive-offs in east Auckland executed a search warrant at a Howick address, leading to an unexpected discovery. Upon arrival, officers observed a man attempting to flee the property, believed to be discarding evidence. The…
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Man Named After Fatal Water Incident in Akaroa
Police have named the man who died following a water-related incident in Akaroa on Saturday, January 10. He was 43-year-old Chen You, from Halswell. Mr. You was diving to collect seafood when he went out of sight for approximately one…
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Loaded Firearm Seized in Manukau Operation
Police in Manukau have taken a fully loaded firearm off the streets after observing a vehicle of interest yesterday afternoon. At approximately 5:40 PM, officers spotted the vehicle on Puhunui Road, and it subsequently fled but was not pursued. Using…
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Truck Spills Load on SH24, East of Matamata
Police are responding to a traffic incident on State Highway 24, east of Matamata, where a truck has spilled its load. The incident occurred on Mangawhero Road, and the spilled contents have made the road surface slippery. While the road…
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Man Charged After Alleged Bus Driver Assault in Mt Eden
Police have arrested and charged a man following an alleged assault on a bus driver in Mt Eden on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 6pm on the 27H bus on Mt Eden Road. According to Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Mt EdenBus AssaultAuckland District CourtAssault with a weaponEndangering transportNew Zealand PolicePublic Transport
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Police Warn of Heavy Traffic and Increased Presence at Raglan's SoundSplash Festival
Police are advising the public to exercise extreme caution when travelling to, from, and around Raglan this weekend, as the SoundSplash festival takes place. The 25th anniversary of the festival is being held at Wainui Reserve from Friday, January 16…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 30 in Bay of Plenty
Road closures are in effect on State Highway 30 in Tikitere, Bay of Plenty, after a serious crash involving two cars occurred early this morning. The crash was reported to Police at 4:20 am. Diversions have been established at the…
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Police Response Credited with Saving Lives in Waitārere Beach Incident
Manawatū Police stated that their swift attendance at a shooting in Waitārere Beach likely saved the lives of three victims. The incident occurred early this morning, following a 111 call at approximately 12:40 am. Upon arrival at the Waitārere Beach…
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Police Seek Information on Three Men After Serious Assault in Churton Park
Wellington Police are seeking the public's help to identify three men they believe can assist with an investigation into a serious assault that occurred in Churton Park on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The incident took place at an invitation-only gathering…
Law EnforcementMedia Wellington PoliceChurton ParkSerious AssaultPublic AppealAssault InvestigationCrime StoppersYouth ViolenceNew Zealand Police
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Teenager Arrested in Whangārei Dairy Robbery Investigation
Police have arrested a teenager in Whangārei following an aggravated robbery at a dairy on Jack Street on January 8. The arrest comes as investigations continue into a series of similar robberies targeting dairies in the community in recent weeks.…
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Stuart Street in Dunedin Blocked Due to Structure Fire
Stuart Street in Kaikorai, Dunedin, is currently blocked due to a structure fire that occurred this afternoon. Police were called to assist Fire and Emergency New Zealand at approximately 3:40 p.m. Road closures are in effect on Stuart Street, spanning…
Law EnforcementDisasters DunedinStructure FireRoad ClosureStuart StreetKaikoraiEmergency ServicesTraffic DelaysNew Zealand Police
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Four Arrested in Christchurch Gang Funeral Operation
Christchurch Police have arrested four people following a week-long operation centered around a gang-related funeral in the city. The operation began last Thursday, January 8, as gang members arrived in Christchurch and concluded yesterday, January 13, as they departed. Among…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues ChristchurchPolice OperationGang FuneralArrestsWeapons SeizedCommunity SafetyNew Zealand Police
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Southland Man Faces Court for Reckless Driving After Speeding Four Times Over Limit
A 63-year-old Southland man is facing court after allegedly driving a black sports car at speeds exceeding four times the posted limit in Edendale. Police received multiple reports on Wednesday, December 24, from the public regarding a speeding black sports…