Tag: law_enforcement
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Police Justified in Use of Force During Tairāwhiti Arrest, IPCA Finds
Police have acknowledged and accepted a report from the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) that found officers were justified in using force when apprehending a man in Tairāwhiti. The incident occurred on December 14, 2024, after police received reports of…
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Four Youths Arrested After Auckland Superette Robbery Attempt
Police have arrested four youths following an attempted robbery at a central Auckland superette on Karangahape Road. The incident occurred just before 9pm when two males, their faces covered with balaclavas, entered the store. "These offenders entered the store, verbally…
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Body Recovered from Tāmaki River After Missing Person Search
Police have recovered a man’s body from the Tāmaki River in east Auckland. Search efforts had been underway through the week after the man was reported missing near Waipuna on March 6. Police responded to the area just before 6pm…
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Police Seek Witnesses to Fatal Taupō Crash
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal crash on State Highway 5, Taupō, on Monday. The incident occurred around 2:10 am on March 9, when police were called to a single-vehicle crash. Sadly, one person was located…
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One Dead After E-Scooter Crash in Twizel
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash involving an e-scooter in Twizel on February 28. The individual succumbed to their injuries on March 10 while in hospital. The death has been referred to the Coroner.
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Police Investigate Threat Against Timaru School, No Credibility Concerns
Police are conducting enquiries into a threat made against a Timaru school, but have stated there is currently no information to suggest it is credible. The message was reported to Police on March 10 at approximately 7:45 PM. "We will…
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Missing Man Found Safe After Night in Far North Bush
A 64-year-old man has been found safe and well after going missing in the Far North. The man became separated from his group during a walk near Horeke around 8:45 pm last night. He did not have a phone with…
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Vehicle Seized After Reckless Driving in Porirua Cemetery
Police have seized a vehicle following reports of anti-social road user activity in the Whenua Tapu Cemetery in Porirua. On Monday, March 9, at approximately 7:30 PM, police received multiple public reports concerning a blue Ford Falcon speeding within the…
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Police Seek Public Assistance After Serious Assault in Mahia
Police are appealing for information following a serious assault that occurred at an address in Mahia on the evening of Saturday, February 28th. Around 11:30 p.m., officers were called to a report of an uninvited man entering a Newcastle Street…
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One Dead in Fatal Forrest Hill Crash
One person has died following a serious crash on William Souter Street, Forrest Hill this morning. Police were called at around 8.55am to reports of a single-vehicle crash. A car mounted the curb and hit two people before impacting a…
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Hawke's Bay Police Host Open Day
Hawke's Bay Police are opening their doors to the public for an Open Day at the Hastings Police Station on Sunday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event, held at the rear of the station, will offer…
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Burglar Apprehended Thanks to Stolen Lawnmower's Tracking Tag
Matamata Police have arrested a repeat offender following the recovery of a stolen lawnmower, thanks to an electronic tracking tag. The victim reported the theft of the $1,200 lawnmower on Monday morning, informing officers that it was equipped with a…
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Two Men Arrested in Canterbury Drug and Firearms Bust
Police in Canterbury have arrested two men and seized significant quantities of cash, methamphetamine, firearms, and ammunition following a two-week operation. Search warrants were executed at properties linked to Mongrel Mob gang members in Christchurch and North Canterbury. During the…
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Two Men Face Court After Alleged Burglary Attempt in Henderson
Two men are heading to court after an alleged late-night burglary attempt in Henderson concluded with their arrest by police. The incident occurred around 2:15 am on Wednesday when police responded to reports of individuals unlawfully inside a building on…
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Serious Crash in Forrest Hill, Auckland
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on William Souter Street in Forrest Hill, Auckland. Police were called to the scene around 8:55 AM after reports of a single-vehicle crash where a car collided with a building. One person…
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Missing Person Located Safe in Ōtāhuhu
The young person reported missing in Ōtāhuhu yesterday has been located safe and sound. Police would like to thank the community for their assistance in locating him. The Police Media Centre issued the statement.
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Police Seek Information on Stolen Brass Lectern in Mackenzie
Police are seeking information from the public regarding a burglary that occurred at a church on Middle Valley Road in Mackenzie. The theft is believed to have taken place between February 19 and March 4. The item stolen was a…
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Missing Woman Found Safe in Ōtorohanga
A 75-year-old woman who was reported missing in Ōtorohanga has been located and is safe. Police confirmed the news today, expressing gratitude to the community for their help in finding her. No further details regarding the circumstances of her disappearance…
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Two Dead in Southland Car Crash
Police have confirmed that two people have died following a serious crash in Isla Bank, Southland. The collision, involving two vehicles, was reported to emergency services at approximately 8:40 AM. The incident took place at the intersection of Fairfax-Isla Bank…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing 10-Year-Old Neriah
Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating 10-year-old Neriah, who has been reported missing from the Ōtāhuhu area. Neriah was last seen yesterday at approximately 7:30 am on Church Street. He is described as being about 133 cm…
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Keith Wicks-Cairns Sentenced to 11 Years for Crimes in Dunedin
Keith Wicks-Cairns has been sentenced to 11 years imprisonment with a non-parole period of seven years and three months in the High Court at Dunedin. Police acknowledged the sentencing today, describing it as a positive outcome for victims and the…
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Police Seek Public's Help Locating Missing Ōtorohanga Woman
Police are appealing for sightings of Rhonda Hurley, a 75-year-old woman reported missing in Ōtorohanga. Hurley went for a walk around 9:30 PM yesterday and has not returned home. Concerns are held for her welfare due to existing health conditions.…
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New Police Officers Graduate in Porirua
The Royal New Zealand Police College will host the graduation ceremony for the 393rd recruit wing on Thursday, March 12th, at 2pm. The event will take place on the Parade Ground in Porirua. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and the Associate…
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Man Arrested for Car Break-ins Near Henderson Hospital
Police apprehended a man in Henderson early this morning after observing him attempting to break into cars. Officers were near Waitākere Hospital for an unrelated call when they noticed a man on an electric scooter looking into vehicles with a…
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Serious Crash Closes Southland Road
Fairfax-Isla Bank Road in Isla Bank, Southland, is closed at the intersection of Isla Bank-Flints Bush Road due to a serious crash this morning. The incident, involving two vehicles, was reported to emergency services around 8:40 am. The Serious Crash…
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No Suspicious Circumstances in Ōtāhuhu Fatal Fire
Police investigating a fatal fire in Ōtāhuhu on March 4 have determined there are no suspicious circumstances. Emergency services were called to Tamaki Ave around 9pm following reports of a garage fire. One person was found deceased inside the property.…
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Search Continues for Person Swept Out to Sea in Greymouth
Search operations are continuing today for a person who was reportedly swept out to sea in Greymouth. Yesterday's search efforts, which included aerial surveys of the coastline from Charleston to Ross, were hindered by challenging sea conditions. The individual has…
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Woman summonsed following fatal dog attack
Police have today summonsed a 35-year-old woman in relation to the death of four-year-old Timothy Rolleston, following a dog attack in Katikati in March 2025. The woman faces a charge of owning a dog that causes death to a person.…
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Canterbury Police Urge Drink-Drivers to Plan Sober Rides Home
Canterbury Police are issuing a strong reminder to motorists that the risks associated with drink driving are never worth it. As the region anticipates several well-attended events and upcoming long weekends, including Easter and ANZAC Day, police are urging everyone…
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Waikato Expressway Reopens After Serious Crash
All lanes on the Waikato Expressway have reopened following an earlier crash on State Highway 1, Mercer. One person was transported to hospital in a serious condition after the single-vehicle incident. Three other individuals sustained minor to moderate injuries. Police…