Tag: arson
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Five Charged in Taupō Building Fire Linked to Methamphetamine Manufacturing
Five men face charges including manufacturing methamphetamine and arson after a building fire in Taupō. Police believe the property was used for illegal drug production. Investigations are ongoing.
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Charges Laid in Connection with Rānui BMX Club Arson
Police have arrested a 15-year-old male in connection with an arson attack that destroyed over $50,000 worth of property at the Birdwood Road BMX club in Rānui.
Law EnforcementDisasters ArsonBMX ClubRānuiPoliceCommunityYouth AidCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Ōrewa Businesses Targeted: Headhunters Gang Members Arrested
Five individuals linked to the Headhunters gang have been apprehended following a series of search warrants in west Auckland and the North Shore, in connection to offences against businesses in Ōrewa.
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Man Charged with Arson in Waikaia House Fire
A 35-year-old Dunedin man has been charged with arson following a suspicious house fire in Waikaia on Elswick Street in February 2024. The arrest follows a police investigation and public assistance.
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Police Halt Crime Spree in Otaua, New Zealand
Two 15-year-old males have been apprehended in connection with a series of burglaries and an arson in Otaua, targeting local facilities and homes since October.
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Arrest Made After Arson at Suspected Drug Lab in Massey
A 54-year-old man has been charged with arson and drug manufacturing after a fire erupted at a property in Massey during the execution of a police search warrant.
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Bucklands Beach Fire Now Treated as Double Homicide
Police confirm the fatal fire in Bucklands Beach was intentional and is now a double homicide. They are appealing to the public for information and CCTV footage.
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Police Investigate Suspicious Fire in Raumanga, New Zealand
Northland Police are seeking public assistance to identify an individual seen near Raumanga Valley Road before a suspected arson incident where a couch was set alight on a front porch.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues RaumangaWhangāreiNorthland PoliceArsonSuspicious FireShane PilmerNew Zealand Police
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Police Investigate Raumanga Arson, Seek Vehicle Information
Northland Police are investigating an arson in Raumanga where a couch was deliberately set alight outside a house with five occupants. They are seeking information about a white or silver vehicle seen nearby.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia RaumangaNorthland PoliceArsonVehicleWhangāreiCrime StoppersShane PilmerNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: Man Convicted in Loafers Lodge Fire
RNZ reports Esarona Lologa was found guilty of five counts of murder and one of arson for the 2023 Loafers Lodge fire in Wellington, as families of the victims express relief and heartache.
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Increased Police Presence in Christchurch After Gang Incident
Following an attempted arson at a gang property in Cuffs Road, Christchurch residents will see more police. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Loafers Lodge Arson Trial
Radio New Zealand reports a man on trial for the Loafers Lodge fire claimed he did not want to live there. RNZ also reports on a fentanyl overdose and a baby found dead.
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Hokitika Hospital Fire Treated as Arson
Police are investigating a suspicious fire at Hokitika's old Seaview hospital complex as arson. They are seeking public assistance to identify a person seen on the grounds around 3:20 a.m.
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Man Arrested Following Avondale Church Arson
A 42-year-old man has been arrested and charged with arson after a fire at St Mary’s Church in Avondale. The blaze caused significant damage, but no injuries were reported.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal ArsonSt Mary’s ChurchAvondaleAucklandNew LynnCrimeArrestNew Zealand Police
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Six Youth Arrested Following Arson Incidents in Rolleston
Following arson incidents in the Rolleston Reserve area, police have arrested six youths after reviewing CCTV footage. The youths have been referred to Youth Aid.
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Arrest Made in Pakuranga McDonald's Fire
A 12-year-old has been arrested and charged with arson after a fire at the Pakuranga McDonald's. Police have not ruled out further arrests.
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Arson Investigation Underway in Waikaia Following House Fire
Gore Police are investigating a suspicious house fire in Waikaia on February 21st. The fire caused extensive damage to a house and two vehicles. Police are following positive leads and appealing for public information.
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Arrest Made in Masterton Arson Investigation
A 44-year-old man has been arrested in Masterton in connection with seven suspicious fires that occurred in February, targeting six churches and a local business. He faces seven charges of arson.
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Mongrel Mob Member Arrested After Funeral Home Arson
A patched Mongrel Mob member has been arrested following an arson at a Māngere Bridge funeral home. Police also seized a firearm and arrested other gang members on unrelated charges.
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Arson Suspected in Pakuranga McDonald's Fire
Police are investigating a fire at a Pakuranga McDonald's as suspected arson. Authorities are seeking public assistance for information regarding any suspicious activity seen before the fire.
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Two Charged with Arson Following Frankton Workshop Fire
A man and a woman have been arrested and charged with arson following a workshop fire on Ellis Street, Frankton. They will appear in Hamilton District Court.
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