Tag: crime
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Man Arrested After Hamilton Anti-Social Road User Gathering
A 20-year-old man has been arrested and charged following a large gathering of anti-social road users in Hamilton. The arrest follows an incident on Saturday 24 May, when police were called to Airport Road where approximately 300 cars were congregating,…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportationAustralasia HamiltonWaikatoArrestAnti-social behaviourVehicle ImpoundOperation ShadowCrimeNZ Police
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Man Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Girl in Kaikohe
A 45-year-old man has been charged with the murder of a 3-year-old girl in Kaikohe. Police were called to a Tawanui Road address on Wednesday night, where they found the girl unresponsive. Detective Senior Sergeant Christan Fouhy, Far North Area…
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Man Arrested After Shots Fired on Karangahape Road
A 21-year-old man has been arrested and faces charges related to serious injury and firearms after an incident on Karangahape Road in Auckland early this morning. Police responded to the scene at approximately 3.50am following reports of multiple shots fired.…
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Two Arrested After Firearms Incident in Gisborne
Two men, aged 29 and 50, have been arrested in Gisborne following a firearms incident on Colin Street. Police were called to an address at around 6:30 a.m. after reports of vehicle damage and a firearm being presented at the…
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Police Investigate Road Incident Involving a Knife in Tauranga
Police are investigating an incident in Tauranga where a driver allegedly brandished a knife at another motorist. Western Bay of Plenty Relieving Area Commander Inspector Logan Marsh stated that the police are treating the incident seriously, especially given suggestions it…
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East Auckland Traffic Stop Nets Cannabis Haul
A routine breath-testing operation in East Auckland led to a significant drug discovery. At approximately 6:30 p.m. last night, police officers stopped a driver at a checkpoint on Dawson Road for a standard breath test, uncovering a large quantity of…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal East AucklandCannabisDrug SeizureDawson RoadManukau District CourtRakana CookCrimeNZ Police
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New Zealand Boosts Police Funding to Enhance Public Safety
The New Zealand government is investing an additional $480 million over four years to bolster core police services, aiming to enhance public safety and restore law and order, according to Police Minister Mark Mitchell. This funding addresses the under-funded increase…
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Auckland Police Nab Two Prolific Shoplifters
Auckland police have apprehended two prolific shoplifters this week, who are allegedly responsible for over $10,000 in retail crime. The arrests were made possible with the help of the National Retail Investigation Support Unit (NRISU). Early this morning, a Waitematā…
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Firearm Recovered, Two Arrested in Manurewa Incident
Two people have been arrested in Manurewa following reports of a man trying to gain entry to a property while in possession of a firearm. Police were called to the Great South Road property at approximately 3.40pm on Tuesday. According…
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Gang Member Arrested in Paihia After Being Spotted on Camera
A sharp-eyed camera operator in Paihia alerted police to a man carrying a firearm, leading to his arrest. Police were notified around 2 a.m. after CCTV footage showed a male pulling what appeared to be a firearm from his pants,…
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Media Monitor: Couple Conned Gov't Agency Out of Millions, RNZ Reports
RNZ is reporting that Neha Sharma, a property manager at Oranga Tamariki, and her husband defrauded the government agency of more than $2 million. It said Sharma's husband ran a construction company, Divine Connection, which was added to Oranga Tamariki's…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on police resignation, fatal fire, political clash
RNZ is reporting that former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming resigned amid an investigation into alleged objectionable material found on his work computer. It said McSkimming's resignation came after he was confronted with the allegations. McSkimming declined to comment through his…
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Killer Beez Gang Member Arrested for Tobacco Theft in Clover Park
A patched Killer Beez gang member has been arrested for allegedly stealing tobacco pouches from stores in Clover Park. Police began investigating after retailers on Dawson Road raised concerns about thefts. Inspector Rakana Cook, Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager,…
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Lower Hutt Assault: Police Seek Information After Man Critically Injured
Police are investigating a serious assault in Lower Hutt after a 50-year-old man was found in critical condition at a Randwick Road residence around 8pm last night. The man's injuries were consistent with an assault. Detective Inspector Haley Ryan said…
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NZ Firearms Registry Contributes to Public Safety, Review Finds
A review of New Zealand's Firearms Registry has found it contributes to public safety and should continue, according to the head of Te Tari Pūreke (Firearms Safety Authority). The Ministry of Justice review highlights the work being done to protect…
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Police Investigate Serious Incident in Napier, Cordons in Place
Police have cordoned off several intersections in Onekawa, Napier, following a serious incident on Alexander Avenue. Authorities responded to the scene around 3:10 a.m. today. The cordons are located at the intersections of Hitchings Avenue and Alexander Avenue, Dinwiddie Avenue…
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Man Dies in Manurewa
A homicide investigation has been launched in Manurewa following the death of a man this morning. Police were called to a Mahia Road property just before 10am after a report of a seriously injured person. Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers, Counties…
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Trio Arrested After Titirangi Dairy Robbery
Three individuals were apprehended in Takanini following an aggravated robbery at a dairy on Titirangi Road in Titirangi. The incident occurred just after 8.30pm when the offenders entered the store and attempted to steal items, including the till. They only…
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Man Wanted for Fraud Offences Located
A 38-year-old man, wanted on a warrant for fraud offences, has been located, according to the New Zealand Police. Police have thanked the public for providing information that led to locating the man. The New Zealand Police have released this…
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Gang Conflict Warrant Update: Napier Man Arrested
Police are maintaining a strong presence in the Eastern District as the Gang Conflict Warrant remains in effect. Detective Inspector Marty James stated that the police hope their visibility reassures the public, who "have a right to go about their…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Gang Conflict WarrantEastern DistrictNapierMethamphetamineCrimeMarty JamesNew Zealand Police
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Police Launch 'Game Changer' Missing Persons Map
A new interactive map has been launched, documenting the last known locations of individuals who have gone missing over the past 50 years. Police have hailed the map as a potential 'game changer'. The nationwide map aims to provide valuable…
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