Category: law_enforcement
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One Dead in Ruakaka State Highway Crash
One person has died following a serious crash on State Highway 15, Ruakaka this morning. Emergency services responded to the crash at the intersection of State Highway 15 and McCathie Road around 6:40 am. A person suffered critical injuries and…
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Man Rescued After Five-Hour Cliff Face Ordeal in Northland
A 53-year-old man has been rescued after falling down a cliff face near Butterfly Bay, north of Tauranga Bay, in Northland. The man was stranded for over five hours with limited communication before being winched to safety early Sunday morning.…
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Timothy Waka Maru Named as Victim in Fatal Dannevirke Crash
Police have named Timothy Waka Maru, 55, from Dannevirke, as the man who died following a fatal crash involving a cyclist. The incident occurred on State Highway 2 in Dannevirke on Friday, January 23. Police extended their thoughts to Mr.…
Law EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashDannevirkeTimothy Waka MaruState Highway 2CyclistPoliceNew Zealand Police
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Helicopter Crash Reported in Paekākāriki Hill Area
Emergency services are currently responding to a helicopter crash in the Paekākāriki Hill area. The New Zealand Police were notified of the incident at 7:30 AM after an automated crash alert was activated. Maritime New Zealand's Rescue Coordination Centre is…
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French National Identified in Fatal Addington Train Collision
Police have identified the man who died after being struck by a train on Lincoln Road in Addington on Friday, January 23. He was 30-year-old French national Maxime Antoine Vandenbosch, who was living in Christchurch. Police stated, "Our thoughts are…
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Man Charged with Murder in Burnham
Police have charged a 19-year-old man with murder after a woman was found deceased at a Burnham property early this morning. The man has also been charged with two counts of assault in a family relationship and is scheduled to…
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New Zealand Police Announce Key Leadership Appointments
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has announced the provisional appointments of Jill Rogers as Deputy Commissioner and Cassandra Anderson as Chief of Staff for New Zealand Police. These appointments, along with the earlier appointment of statutory Deputy Commissioner Mike Pannett in…
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Names Released in Fatal Tikitere Crash
Police have released the names of two people who died in a fatal crash in Tikitere on Thursday, January 15. The deceased have been identified as Saul Rerekura, 42, from Gisborne, and Taukirangi Hewitt, 32, from Rotorua. Police extended their…
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Police Seek Information on Hutt Valley Bar Robberies
Hutt Valley Police are investigating a spate of commercial robberies and are seeking public assistance, with a specific focus on the clothing worn by the offenders. The latest incident occurred on Saturday, January 10, at approximately 1:30 am at a…
Law EnforcementDisasters Hutt ValleyRobberyPolice InvestigationNike ApparelFootwearCCTV FootageCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Burnham After Woman Found Deceased
A homicide investigation is underway in Burnham after a woman was found deceased at a property on Burnham School Road. Emergency services were called to the address around 3:05 AM following a report of disorder. Upon arrival, police discovered the…
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Police Name Man Found Deceased in Mahurangi River
Police can now name the man who was located deceased in the Mahurangi River near Warkworth on 24 January. He was Tekanimaeu Arobati, 47, from Kiribati. Police state their thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time,…
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Technology Deployed to Enhance Safety During Mount Maunganui Recovery Operation
Specialist technology is being utilized to ensure the safety of teams involved in the recovery operation at Mount Maunganui. The search area was temporarily evacuated yesterday after a contractor driver identified potential instability on the slip face. Following advice from…
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Canterbury Police Review Weekend Car Event Activity
Canterbury Police maintained a visible presence throughout the Muscle Car Madness weekend in North Canterbury, focusing on community safety. Over the event, police and court bailiffs seized or impounded 11 vehicles. Enforcement actions also included four excess breath alcohol (EBA)…
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One Dead in Serious Oakleigh, Whangārei Crash
One person has died following a serious crash on State Highway 1 in Oakleigh, Whangārei. Emergency services were called to the scene around 2:20 p.m. on Saturday, January 24. Sadly, one person was pronounced dead at the scene. Three other…
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Wellington's Lambton Quay Reopens After 'Item of Concern' Safely Resolved
Lambton Quay in Wellington has reopened following a police response to an "item of concern" near Brandon Street. Police were called to the area around 11:20 am. Cordons were put in place but have since been stood down. The item…
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Wellington's Lambton Quay Closed Due to Item of Concern
Wellington's Lambton Quay has been closed as emergency services respond to a report of an item of concern. Police were called to the area near Brandon Street at approximately 11:20 AM. The public is being asked to follow the directions…
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Mount Maunganui Recovery Operation Resumes After Safety Evacuation
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui has resumed this morning after being temporarily halted yesterday. The search area was evacuated at 11:50 am on [Yesterday's Date] when a contractor driver identified potential instability on the slip face. Following advice from…
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Police Urge Vigilance Amidst Rise in Counterfeit Banknotes
Police are urging the public to be vigilant when handling cash due to an increase in reports of counterfeit $50 and $100 banknotes. Sergeant Nigel Hurley stated that members of the public, particularly those in retail and hospitality, should enhance…
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Kelburn Roads Reopen After Police Incident
Roads in Kelburn, Wellington, have now reopened after an earlier police incident. The New Zealand Police Media Centre issued a brief update stating that the area is clear and thanking motorists for their patience. No further details regarding the nature…
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Wellington Road Closures Due to Police Incident
Glenmore Street and the Kelburn Viaduct in Wellington are currently closed due to a police incident. Police were called to the area around 7am this morning. Authorities have stated there is no risk to the public. Motorists are advised to…
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Onehunga Building Fire Prompts Road Closures and Safety Advice
Roads in Onehunga are closed following a building fire this evening, with cordons in place on Onehunga Mall between Arthur and Church Streets. Police were called to assist Fire and Emergency New Zealand shortly after 8pm. The fire is generating…
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Arrest Made in Blenheim Kidnapping Case
Police have arrested an individual in connection with a kidnapping that occurred in Blenheim early Saturday morning. The incident took place on Lakings Road around 3 a.m. on January 24. A 29-year-old man has been taken into custody and charged…
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Mount Maunganui Slip Recovery Efforts Postponed Due to Safety Concerns
Police have postponed recovery efforts at Mount Maunganui today due to concerns about the stability of the slip area. The search site was evacuated around 11:50 AM after a contractor noticed potential instability on the slip face. Bay of Plenty…
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 6 in Havelock
State Highway 6 in Havelock is currently blocked following a serious single-vehicle crash that occurred around 3:40 PM this afternoon. The collision involved a vehicle and a power pole, located between Long Valley Road and Prices Road. Initial reports indicate…
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Snell Street, Morrinsville Closed After Vehicle Collision
Snell Street in Morrinsville is closed following a crash this afternoon. Police were notified of a single vehicle collision with a pole, between Young Street and Florence Drive, just after 2pm. Initial indicators are that one person has suffered moderate…
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Bay of Plenty District Commander to Address Mount Maunganui Slip Recovery Efforts
Bay of Plenty District Commander Superintendent Tim Anderson is set to address media regarding ongoing recovery efforts following a slip in Mount Maunganui. The briefing will take place in Mount Maunganui at 4pm today. Media representatives wishing to attend are…
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Mount Maunganui Slip Recovery Halted Due to Safety Concerns
Recovery work at Mount Maunganui was halted this morning as a precautionary measure due to concerns about a potential slip. The pause took effect at 11:50 AM, according to Bay of Plenty District Commander Superintendent Tim Anderson. Geotechnical experts are…
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Family of Max, Missing After Mount Maunganui Slip, Shares Heartfelt Tribute
The family of Max, who is missing following a slip at Mount Maunganui, has released a statement expressing their deep love and sorrow. Max would have celebrated his 16th birthday this week, a milestone his family had been anticipating. "My…
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One Arrested in Connection with Cambridge Burglaries
Police have arrested and charged one person in relation to a series of car burglaries that occurred overnight in Cambridge. This morning, police received multiple reports of vehicles being broken into and items stolen. Officers, including the Dog Unit, responded…
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Body Recovered in Warkworth Search for Missing Man
Police have confirmed that a body has been recovered from the Mahurangi River near Warkworth. The discovery was made earlier this evening during ongoing search efforts. While formal identification is pending, police believe the body is that of a 47-year-old…