Tag: law_enforcement
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New Zealand Police Launch Review of Technology Use
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has initiated an independent review into the use of police technology, effective May 12, to prevent misuse of equipment for non-work-related purposes. The review aims to ensure strong controls are in place to detect and prevent…
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Wellington Man Arrested in $450M Cryptocurrency Scam
A Wellington man was arrested in Auckland this morning by the Financial Crime Group as part of an FBI investigation into a cryptocurrency scam. The investigation targets an organised criminal group accused of stealing cryptocurrency valued at US$265M (NZD$450M) from…
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Man Seriously Wounded in Papakura Incident
A police investigation is underway after a man was seriously wounded in Papakura on Settlement Road. The incident occurred at approximately 11.42am, with the victim being transported to Middlemore Hospital with serious, but not life-threatening, injuries. Detective Senior Sergeant Michele…
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Kitten Found in Car Engine on Auckland Motorway
A woman in Auckland discovered a kitten nestled in the engine of her car after hearing unusual noises on her drive home from shopping at Sylvia Park. Auckland Motorways Manager, Senior Sergeant Scott Cunningham, reported that the woman heard 'meows'…
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Manukau Sergeant Apprehends Young Thieves, Recovers Stolen Goods
A quick-thinking Sergeant on patrol in Manukau apprehended a group of young thieves on Wednesday, recovering thousands of dollars worth of stolen goods. At approximately 4:30 pm, the officer was patrolling the Manukau Westfield carpark when he noticed a group…
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Police Eagle Helicopter Locates Missing Man in Ōrere Point Area
A man in his 80s with dementia, who went missing in the Ōrere Point area, was quickly located thanks to the Police Eagle helicopter. Police were informed just before 1am after the man had been missing for several hours. Counties…
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Crash Partially Blocks State Highway 1 in Putaruru
A section of State Highway 1 in Putaruru is currently partially blocked due to a collision this morning. Police were alerted to the incident, involving a truck and a parked car, which occurred near the intersection of State Highway 1…
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Fatal Crash in Takanini Claims One Life
One person died in a crash in Takanini last night. Emergency services responded to the incident on Mill Road, which involved a vehicle and a dirtbike, just before 8:30 p.m. Sadly, one person was pronounced dead at the scene. The…
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Wairarapa Police Urge Public to Report Suspicious Activity Amid Car Theft Surge
Wairarapa Police are seeking public assistance to combat a surge in car thefts, with 29 vehicles stolen in the past two weeks. This increase is compared to 37 vehicles stolen in the two months leading up to May of the…
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Fatal Crash South of Pahiatua
One person died following a two-vehicle collision south of Pahiatua on Thursday. Emergency services were called to the scene on State Highway 2 at around 3pm. The driver of one of the vehicles died at the scene. Police have reported…
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Two Arrested After Fleeing Driver Incident on Southern Motorway
Two individuals have been apprehended following a fleeing driver incident in South Auckland. According to Inspector Peter Raynes, the incident began around 4:30 p.m. when authorities received information about a stolen vehicle traveling north in the Pukekohe area. The vehicle…
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Police Investigate Suspicious House Fire in Cobden, New Zealand
Police are seeking public assistance in their investigation into a suspicious house fire in Cobden. The incident occurred around 12.10am on Wednesday, May 14, on Bright Street. Authorities were alerted, and a scene guard was maintained overnight. Police, along with…
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Homicide Investigation Launched After Woman Dies in Hamilton City
A homicide investigation is underway following the death of a 30-year-old woman in Hamilton City this morning. The incident occurred when a vehicle struck a power pole on the corner of Ohaupo Road and Kahikatea Drive, where the woman was…
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Auckland Man Arrested in Lego Theft Spree Across North Island
An Auckland man has been arrested and is facing multiple charges following a Lego theft spree that spanned from Northland to the Waikato. The arrest, made on Wednesday, is the result of an investigation by the Waitematā West Enquiries Team,…
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Police Accept IPCA Findings After Beachlands Disorder
Police have accepted the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) regarding a disorder involving a group of young men in Beachlands on November 11, 2023. The incident occurred after a complaint was made about a group of intoxicated…
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Nayland Road Reopens, Lockdowns Lifted After Incident
Nayland Road has reopened after an earlier incident, and cordons and lockdowns at nearby schools were lifted around 3:20 pm. Police have stated that there is not believed to be any threat to the public. According to the Police Media…
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Serious Crash Blocks Hamurana and Tauranga Direct Road
A serious crash involving a truck and a car near Hamurana Road and Tauranga Direct Road was reported to Police at 9.15am today. One person has sustained critical injuries, and another has serious injuries. The road is partially blocked, and…
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Auckland Pizza Thief Nabbed After Camera Tracking
Auckland police apprehended a 28-year-old man after he committed an aggravated robbery for pizza on Monday night. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Mayoral Drive when the victim was walking to her accommodation with recently purchased pizzas. According to…
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Auckland Police Coax Runaway Horse With Grass
Police in East Auckland were called to Ravello Rise, Flat Bush, after a horse was spotted galloping along the street on Sunday night. Inspector Rakana Cook, Counties Manukau East Area Prevention Manager, said that the officers' arrival spooked the horse,…
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Napier Police Investigate Death of 15-Year-Old Kaea Karauria
Police are investigating the death of 15-year-old Kaea Karauria, who was found critically injured at an Alexander Avenue address in Napier on Sunday morning and died at the scene. Detective Inspector Martin James stated that police are assessing information received…
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Man to Face Court Over Railway Sleeper Theft
A 64-year-old man is set to appear in Pukekohe District Court on June 12, facing charges of theft and trespassing after allegedly stealing railway sleepers. The arrest follows an incident on May 2, when witnesses reported seeing two men removing…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Police Deputy Commissioner Resignation, Teen's Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Police Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming has resigned. RNZ said Police Minister Mark Mitchell confirmed McSkimming's resignation came with immediate effect on Monday, before he could be dismissed. RNZ said McSkimming had been on leave…
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Martinborough Fatal Crash Enquiry Concluded
Police have concluded their investigation into a fatal collision in Martinborough on February 13, 2025, between a shared cycle and a car. One person died, and three others sustained serious injuries. Authorities have confirmed that no charges will be filed,…
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Child Dies in Karapiro ATV Crash
A child has died following an ATV crash at a residential property on French Pass Road, Karapiro, yesterday. A man remains in critical condition in hospital. Two other children were flown to hospital and are now stable. Police are supporting…
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Police Arrest Two After Dangerous Driving Incident in Counties Manukau
A coordinated effort between road patrols and the Eagle helicopter led to the arrest of two individuals in Counties Manukau yesterday. The operation was initiated in response to concerns about dangerous driving. A dirt bike rider was apprehended after allegedly…
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Jevon McSkimming Resigns, Investigation Continues
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers announced Jevon McSkimming's resignation from the New Zealand Police. Chambers stated that the criminal investigation will proceed unaffected by the resignation. "The criminal investigation will continue and is not affected by the resignation. I have no…
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Napier Homicide Investigation: Police Issue Updated Link
Police have issued an update regarding the Napier homicide investigation, correcting a previous error. The updated link to the anonymous portal for uploading footage is now available. Members of the media are asked to use the corrected link. The police…
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Tutaekara Road Closed After Tractor Roll
Tutaekara Road is closed between Kopikopiko Road and Mangamaire Road after a tractor rolled around 12:40pm. According to the Police Media Centre, no injuries have been reported. The road is expected to be closed for several hours. Motorists are advised…
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Public Asked to Avoid Betsy Eyre Park, Nelson
Police have asked the public to avoid Betsy Eyre Park in The Brook, Nelson, while they attend an incident. Authorities have stated that there is "no risk to the public," but people are advised to steer clear of the area.…
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Fatal Crash in Levin Claims One Life
A person died in a crash on Oxford Street, Levin, involving a truck and a van. Emergency services responded to the collision just before 7:20 a.m. One person died at the scene, and another was hospitalized with moderate injuries. The…