Tag: firearms
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Police Dog Tracks Moped Rider to Cache of Firearms and Drugs
A Hamilton moped rider was arrested after a police dog tracked him following a pursuit. Officers found loaded firearms, drugs, and a protective vest in his backpack, leading to charges including unlawful possession of a firearm.
Law EnforcementLegalTransportationSocial Issues HamiltonNew Zealand PoliceMopedFirearmsDrugsPolice dogArrest
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Police Seize $100k Methamphetamine, Firearms in Marlborough Operation
Marlborough Police seized $100,000 worth of methamphetamine, two handguns, and ammunition in a targeted operation. A 39-year-old man faces charges and will reappear in court on August 24.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues MethamphetamineFirearmsMarlboroughNew Zealand PoliceDrug SeizureOrganized CrimeBlenheim District Court
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Taranaki Police Seize Firearms, Drugs in Stratford Traffic Stop
Taranaki Police seized firearms, including a 3D-printed weapon, and drugs during a Stratford traffic stop. A 37-year-old man faces charges for possession of methamphetamine, cannabis, ammunition, and offensive weapons, highlighting police vigilance.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues StratfordTaranaki PoliceFirearmsDrugsTraffic StopArrestOffensive WeaponsNew Zealand Police
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Three Arrested, Drugs and Shotguns Seized in Hawke’s Bay
Police seized two shotguns, various illicit drugs, and $12,000 cash in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, leading to three arrests. A Mongrel Mob member faces multiple charges, while two others are charged with possession for supply. All are due in court September…
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesFederal Government Hawke's BayHastingsNew Zealand PoliceDrug SeizureFirearmsMongrel MobOrganized Crime
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Man Charged After Firearms Incident in Dargaville
A 37-year-old man faces multiple charges after a firearms incident in Dargaville on Thursday night. Police responded to a family harm report, arresting the man who allegedly fired a shot into a garage. Authorities reassure the community it was an…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal DargavillefirearmsarrestNew Zealand Policefamily harmWhangārei District CourtRanfurly Street
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Three Arrested After Aggravated Burglary in Morrinsville
Three men are in custody following an aggravated burglary in Morrinsville where firearms were used to threaten occupants. Police tracked the fleeing suspects after a pursuit, leading to charges of aggravated burglary and cannabis possession.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues MorrinsvilleAggravated BurglaryNew Zealand PoliceArrestsFirearmsHamilton District Court
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Six Arrested in Wairoa Drug and Crime Operation
New Zealand Police arrested six individuals in Wairoa following an operation targeting drug supply and criminal activity. Eight search warrants led to charges for drug dealing, firearms, and dishonesty offenses, alongside the recovery of a stolen vehicle and seizure for…
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues WairoaNew Zealand PoliceDrug DealingArrestsOrganized CrimeFirearmsSearch Warrants
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Police Arrest Three in Marlborough Drug and Firearm Operation
Marlborough Police arrested three individuals in Operation Radich, targeting organized crime and drug supply. Two search warrants led to charges for unlawful possession of firearms and drug offenses, with suspects appearing in Blenheim District Court next week.
Law EnforcementHealthLegalSocial IssuesAustralasia New Zealand PoliceBlenheimMarlboroughDrug BustOrganized CrimeFirearmsArrests
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Two Charged Following Papakura Firearms Incident
Two men have been arrested and charged following a firearms incident in Papakura last week. Police recovered two firearms, and both men are set to appear in Manukau District Court today.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues PapakuraFirearmsArrestChargesManukau District CourtNew Zealand PoliceCrime
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New Zealand Government Amends Arms Bill, Responding to Firearm Owners' Concerns
New Zealand's Arms Bill is undergoing significant revisions, incorporating feedback from licensed firearm owners. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced changes to make laws more practical, effective, and independent, with most provisions commencing September 23, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsLegalSocial Issues Arms BillNicole McKeefirearmslegislationJustice Select CommitteeGovernmentNew Zealand Government
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Napier Meth Lab Bust Leads to Three Arrests, Drug and Firearm Seizures
New Zealand Police arrested three men in Napier after discovering a clandestine methamphetamine lab. The operation seized meth, cannabis, and firearms, with the suspects facing multiple charges in court tomorrow.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesEconomy NapierMethamphetamineFirearmsDrug BustNew Zealand PoliceOrganized CrimeArrests
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Police Seize AR-15s, Drugs, Cash in Trans-Tasman Gang Crackdown
New Zealand Police arrested five Hells Angels members and associates in a Trans-Tasman operation, seizing AR-15 rifles, drugs, alcohol, and over $150,000 cash. The crackdown targeted outlaw motorcycle gang activities across multiple districts.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesEconomy New Zealand PoliceTaskforce MorpheusHells AngelsFirearmsDrugsOrganized Crime
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Youths Arrested in Tūrangi Vehicle Theft Spree
New Zealand Police have arrested two youths, known Mongrel Mob associates, in connection with approximately 35 vehicle thefts in Tūrangi. Further arrests were made, and firearms and cannabis equipment seized during search warrants.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesTransportationEducation TūrangiVehicle TheftsNew Zealand PoliceMongrel MobArrestsYouth CrimeFirearms
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Police Dismantle Major Meth Operation in New Zealand's Far North
A year-long "Operation Phoenix" has dismantled a significant methamphetamine manufacturing and supply ring in New Zealand's Far North, resulting in 11 arrests and the seizure of firearms, drugs, and cash. Police emphasize ongoing efforts against organised crime.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLegalFederal Government MethamphetamineNew Zealand PoliceFar NorthOperation PhoenixDrug TraffickingFirearmsOrganised Crime
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Rotorua Police Seize Illegal Rifle, Knife, Ammunition, and Drugs in Early Morning Stop
Rotorua police stopped a vehicle with false plates, leading to the discovery of a hunting rifle, ammunition, a knife, and cannabis. Two men, aged 23 and 20, face firearms charges and will appear in court on June 4.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues RotoruaNew Zealand PoliceFirearmsCannabisVehicle StopBay of PlentyCourt
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Youths Apprehended for Unlawful Stag Hunting in Central Otago
New Zealand Police have referred two youths to youth justice after they unlawfully hunted two prize stags in Bendigo, Central Otago. Firearms and antlers were seized, highlighting ongoing poaching concerns in the district.
Law EnforcementBusinessSocial IssuesLegalEnvironmentAgricultureEconomy Unlawful HuntingCentral OtagoNew Zealand PoliceYouth JusticePoachingFirearmsCromwell
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Police Crack Down on Gang Violence in Wairoa, Mahia with Arrests and Seizures
Eastern District Police made multiple arrests and seized firearms and drugs in Wairoa and Mahia, targeting increased gang and firearm violence. Operations led to charges for unlawful possession and drug offenses, with police committed to reducing gang-related harm.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues WairoaMahiaEastern District PoliceGangsFirearmsDrug OffendingArrestsNew Zealand Police
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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.
Law EnforcementLegalAustralasia CrimeHomicideRuatitiWhanganui District CourtNew Zealand PoliceBrendon and Trina ColeFirearms
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Murchison Man Faces Charges After Discovery of Illegal Firearms, Explosives, and Drugs
A 60-year-old Murchison man was arrested and charged after police found illegal firearms, explosives, and drugs at his property, with the New Zealand Defence Force disposing of the explosives.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaLegalSocial IssuesMilitary MurchisonNelson PoliceFirearmsExplosivesDrugsArrestNew Zealand Defence Force
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Five Firearms Seized in Te Atatū Peninsula Warrant
Police seized five firearms, ammunition, and body armour in Te Atatū Peninsula after a search warrant linked to alleged gang supply. One man faces multiple charges.
Law EnforcementPolitics and Government FirearmsPoliceSearch WarrantTe Atatū PeninsulaGang MembersCriminal ChargesCommunity SafetyNew Zealand Police
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Police Discover Drugs and Firearms in Southland Operation
Eastern Southland Police targeted drug suppliers in Gore and Riversdale, leading to two arrests, the discovery of cannabis, firearms, and Class A and B drugs.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Drug arrestsSouthlandGoreRiversdaleOperation NightforceCannabis cultivationFirearmsNew Zealand Police
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Operation Diablo Nets Drugs, Firearms, and Arrests in Southland
A police operation targeting gang-related drug offenses in Southland has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of methamphetamine, cannabis, firearms, and cash.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasiaLegal Operation DiabloSouthlandInvercargillDrug SeizureFirearmsArrestsOrganised CrimeNew Zealand Police
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North Island Drug Operation Nets Vapes, Guns, and Ferraris
Police in New Zealand have seized illicit vapes, drugs, guns, and luxury vehicles, including Ferraris, in a North Island operation targeting drug-related criminal activity.
Law EnforcementHealthSocial IssuesLegal North IslandWellingtonAucklandDrugsFirearmsAsset Recovery UnitNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Police Seize Two Firearms in Overnight Vehicle Stops
Auckland police seized two firearms in separate overnight incidents. One man was found with a 3D-printed firearm, while a shotgun was discovered in another vehicle's boot. Three face charges.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AucklandFirearmsVehicle StopCrimeWayne KitcherNew Zealand PoliceAuckland District Court
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Illegal Hunting Investigation in Canterbury Leads to Firearm Seizures and Licence Suspensions
A police investigation into illegal hunting in North Canterbury has resulted in the seizure of 31 firearms, the suspension of six firearms licenses, and multiple court appearances.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesAustralasia illegal huntingCanterburyfirearmsNational Organised Crime GroupFirearms Registrycourt appearancescrimeNew Zealand Police
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Christchurch Man Charged After Allegedly Faking Car Theft
A 36-year-old Christchurch man faces multiple charges after reporting a car theft that police allege was fabricated. The investigation uncovered firearms, knives, and other weapons in the vehicle.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal ChristchurchCar TheftFirearmsFalse StatementVolkswagenBurwoodNew Zealand Police
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Homemade Firearms Seized in Henderson, New Zealand
A 20-year-old man was arrested after police discovered homemade and 3D-printed firearms at a Henderson property. He faces charges of unlawful possession of a firearm.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Hendersonfirearmssearch warrantcrimeJosh LautogoWaitematā CIBNew Zealand Police
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Further Firearms Charges Laid After Traffic Stop in New Lynn
A man, initially stopped for driving while forbidden, faces additional charges after a search warrant revealed a loaded rifle, ammunition, methamphetamine, and cannabis at a Glen Eden address.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal New LynnGlen EdenWaitākere District CourtWaitematā Gang Disruption UnitFirearmsDrugsCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Firearms Seized, Four Arrested in Whanganui Police Operation
Whanganui police executed a search warrant at a Puriri Street property, uncovering multiple hidden firearms and a cannabis growing operation, leading to the arrest of four individuals.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Whanganuifirearmsarrestssearch warrantCriminal Investigation BranchcannabiscrimeNew Zealand Police
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Auckland police operation nets 11 arrests, seizes firearms, drugs, and cash
A five-month joint operation between the National Organised Crime Group and New Zealand Customs has led to eleven arrests and the seizure of nearly $1 million in cash, firearms, and drugs.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal Operation MextedNational Organised Crime GroupNew Zealand CustomsAucklandDrug SmugglingFirearmsMethamphetamineNew Zealand Police