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Taranaki Police Operation Leads to Dozens of Charges, Checkpoint Evasions

16 Aug 2026 5:00 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Taranaki Police conducted a weekend road safety operation, resulting in 460 breath tests, six drink-driving charges, and numerous infringements. Two drivers evading checkpoints were arrested, one linked to burglary, highlighting police commitment to safer roads.

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