Tag: crime
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Gisborne Police Praise Bystanders After Swift Robbery Arrest
Gisborne Police commend bystanders for their swift actions leading to the arrest of a 29-year-old woman after a robbery on Roebuck Road. Witnesses followed the suspect, enabling officers to quickly apprehend her.
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New Zealand Police Make Further Arrests in Dating App Assaults
New Zealand Police have made two more arrests in connection with violent dating app assaults in Invercargill. A 15-year-old and a 17-year-old face charges, bringing the total arrests to six as investigations continue.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalComputers and Internet CrimeDating AppsNew Zealand PoliceInvercargillAssaultsYouth Court
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New Zealand Police Lay First Charge Under New Stalking and Harassment Laws
New Zealand Police have laid the first charge under recently enacted stalking and harassment laws. A 39-year-old man faces court in Auckland, signaling Police's commitment to using strengthened powers to protect victims and intervene earlier.
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Police Launch Online Portal for Tikipunga Stabbing Investigation
Police are appealing for public assistance and CCTV footage following a serious stabbing at a Tikipunga party. An online portal has been established to collect information related to the incident, with the victim recovering in hospital.
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Arrest Made Following Mount Wellington Shooting Incident
Police have arrested one person in connection with a Mount Wellington shooting incident where a man suffered a serious gunshot wound. A search warrant was executed, and the individual was apprehended in Pakuranga without incident as investigations continue.
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Police Investigate Feilding Diesel Trailer Theft, Make Arrest in Related Incident
Police are investigating the theft of a diesel trailer in Feilding, which led to the recovery of stolen vehicles and a separate pursuit resulting in the arrest of a 20-year-old man on driving charges.
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial IssuesLegal FeildingDiesel Trailer TheftPolice PursuitArrestStolen VehicleCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Teen Arrested in Invercargill Over Nationwide Bomb Threats
A young person has been arrested in Invercargill following bomb threats sent via email across New Zealand. Charged with threatening to kill, the teen will appear in Youth Court as Operation Irena continues.
Law EnforcementLegalComputers and InternetSocial IssuesAustralasia Operation IrenaBomb ThreatsInvercargillNew Zealand PoliceYouth CourtArrestCrime
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Police Dog Delta Tracks Down Avondale Burglary Suspect
A 57-year-old man was arrested in Avondale after a police dog tracked him from a vacant Blockhouse Bay Road property. He faces charges of burglary and possessing instruments for burglary, following an incident where copper was found.
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New Zealand's Anti-Stalking Laws Take Effect, Imposing Five-Year Prison Sentences
New Zealand's new anti-stalking laws take effect at midnight, making the behavior a criminal offense punishable by up to five years in prison. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith emphasized the government's commitment to victim safety and real consequences for crime.
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Homicide Investigation Underway in Dunedin's Andersons Bay
Dunedin Police have launched a homicide investigation in Andersons Bay after a person was found deceased. One person is in custody, and authorities assure the public there is no ongoing risk as they work to determine the incident's circumstances.
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South Auckland Police Charge Four Over Aggravated Robberies
Police in south Auckland have arrested four males, charging three with aggravated robbery related to a Wiri bar incident and other robberies. A fourth faces drug charges, with all appearing in court today.
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Teen Arrested After Crashing Car into Townhouse Following Police Evasion
A 17-year-old was arrested in Highland Park after crashing a Toyota sports car into an unoccupied townhouse following a police evasion attempt. Police emphasized the importance of stopping when signaled, noting the fortunate lack of serious injury.
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Whangārei Police Seek Public Help to Identify Robbery Suspect
Whangārei Police are seeking public help to identify a male Māori suspect, 18-20, involved in a robbery on Mains Avenue on April 4. The suspect, described with specific features and clothing, demanded money from a young cyclist.
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Electrician's Tip Leads to Major Cannabis Bust in Ōtāhuhu
An electrician's sharp senses led police to a large commercial cannabis grow house in Ōtāhuhu, where approximately 360 plants were discovered and destroyed. Police commend the public for reporting suspicious activity.
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Hamilton Police Charge Man After 125 Packages of Synthetic Drugs Seized
Hamilton Police charged a 58-year-old man after seizing 125 packages of synthetic drugs, valued at $2,500, along with cannabis, cash, and ammunition during a recent warrant. Police are committed to disrupting harmful drug supply.
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Two Arrested After Dangerous Pursuit in Tauranga
Police in Tauranga arrested two women after a dangerous pursuit involving a stolen vehicle linked to a Waihi aggravated robbery. The vehicle fled at speed, driving dangerously on State Highway 2 before road spikes led to its stop and the…
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Southland Police Warn Dating App Users After Two Serious Assaults
Southland Police are urging dating app users to be cautious after two individuals were seriously assaulted in Queens Park last week. Authorities advise meeting in public, well-lit areas and informing a trusted contact of plans.
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Fleeing Driver Faces Drug and Dangerous Driving Charges After High-Speed Auckland Incident
A 21-year-old man faces charges after a high-speed flight from Auckland police, reaching 200kmph. He was apprehended after road spikes were deployed, and cannabis was found in his vehicle.
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Two Arrested After Reckless Fleeing Driver Incident in Auckland CBD
Police arrested two individuals in Auckland CBD after a stolen vehicle led officers on a dangerous pursuit through Ponsonby, Mount Albert, and Grey Lynn, involving excessive speed and driving on the wrong side of the road.
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Man Charged with Assault After Albany Supermarket Worker Threatened with Knife
A 42-year-old man faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault, after allegedly punching a supermarket worker and threatening them with a knife during a shoplifting incident in Albany. Police made a swift arrest and recovered the stolen items.
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Police Seek Public's Help to Find Missing Northcote Teenager
Police are seeking public assistance to locate 15-year-old Awheo, last seen in Northcote on Monday, April 13. His family and police are concerned for his welfare and have released his description.
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Police Dog Team Tracks Fleeing Youths Through Northland Bush After Stolen Vehicle Spiked
Five youths aged 13 to 17 have been referred to Youth Aid after a stolen vehicle was spiked in Northland. A Police Tactical Dog Team tracked the fleeing suspects for over a kilometre through challenging bush and river crossings.
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Man Arrested with Drugs, Cash, and Imitation Firearm During Midnight Stop in Feilding
A 42-year-old man faces multiple drug and weapons charges after police in Feilding found an imitation firearm, methamphetamine, ecstasy, and $4,000 in cash strapped to his leg during a late-night stop while he was loading plywood.
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Man Charged with Double Murder in December 2025 Ruatiti Homicides
A 30-year-old man faces murder charges for the December 2025 deaths of Brendon and Trina Cole. Police continue to search the Murumuru Road scene for a missing, potentially modified semi-automatic shotgun while appealing for public information.
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Police Investigate Fatal Dirt Bike Incident in the Far North
New Zealand Police are investigating a fatal dirt bike incident in the Far North that left one male dead and another seriously injured. Cordons remain on Ngapipito Road as authorities conduct scene examinations and piece together the overnight events.
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Teenager Arrested Following Spate of Vehicle Thefts and Burglaries Across Canterbury
New Zealand Police have arrested an 18-year-old man facing over 20 charges linked to a series of opportunistic vehicle thefts, burglaries, and fraudulent bank card purchases across the Canterbury region.
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Four Youths Arrested Following Stolen Car and Petrol Thefts in Dunedin
Four youths have been arrested in Dunedin after allegedly stealing a car, committing petrol drive-offs, and driving dangerously. Police successfully spiked the vehicle on State Highway 1, and the driver now faces multiple theft and vehicle charges.
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Police Seize Loaded Firearm and Weapons After Gang Patch Stop in Palmerston North
A routine stop for a gang insignia violation in Palmerston North led New Zealand Police to uncover a loaded, cut-down .22 calibre rifle, a machete, and ammunition, resulting in multiple weapons and gang-related charges for a 36-year-old man.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesGeneral Politics CrimeNew Zealand PolicePalmerston NorthFirearm SeizureGang Insignia ActMarty Gray
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Police Investigate Fatal Dirt Bike Incident on Ngapipito Road in Kaikohe
New Zealand Police are investigating a fatal dirt bike incident in Kaikohe that left one person dead and another seriously injured. Ngapipito Road remains closed as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the overnight crashes.
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Police Arrest Two Following Separate Stabbing Incidents in Rānui
New Zealand Police have arrested a man and a woman following two separate stabbing incidents in Rānui. The events left multiple people injured, including a detective, and resulted in serious charges for both suspects.
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