Tag: law_enforcement
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Police Seek Information on Queenstown Disorder
Police are seeking the public's assistance to identify two men involved in a disorder incident at a store on Eleventh Avenue, Queenstown, on January 24, 2026. Officers believe the men pictured have information that could aid their inquiries. While no…
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Man Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Police in Stolen Vehicle
A 30-year-old man is facing serious charges after fleeing from police in a stolen vehicle, driving dangerously, and crashing in the northern Waikato region. The incident began around 11:40 PM on Tuesday when a vehicle, reported stolen at gunpoint earlier…
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Police Appeal for Information in Flaxmere Sexual Offence Investigation
Police investigating alleged serious sexual offending by a Flaxmere man are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. A 37-year-old Flaxmere man was arrested on Monday, March 23, and appeared in the Hastings District Court yesterday. He faces charges…
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Police seek information after violent Christchurch assault
Christchurch Police are seeking information from the public to help identify a person they believe can assist with their investigation into a violent assault. The incident occurred on Worcester Street around 10 pm on Thursday, March 19, when police responded…
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State Highway 1 in Towai Reopens After Vehicle Fire
State Highway 1 in Towai has now reopened following an earlier vehicle fire. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience while the fire was extinguished and the scene cleared.
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Arrest Made in Operation Aurora Targeting Religious Organization
Police have arrested a 45-year-old man in connection with Operation Aurora. The arrest was made after search warrants were executed on a member of a religious organization that has a presence in New Zealand, Australia, Samoa, and Fiji. The man…
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One Dead, Three Injured in Palmerston North Multi-Vehicle Crash
One person has died and three others have sustained injuries following a three-vehicle crash in Palmerston North early this morning. Emergency services responded to the collision on Tremaine Avenue, near Malden Street, around 2:30 AM. The incident involved two cars,…
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State Highway 1 Closed in Towai Due to Vehicle Fire
State Highway 1 in Towai has been closed in both directions following a vehicle fire. Emergency services are responding to the incident, which was reported to Police at approximately 11:55 AM. Motorists are advised that all lanes travelling north and…
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Northland Police Locate Vessel and Occupant After Appeal
Northland Police have announced that a vessel and its occupant, previously sought in the Whangārei area, have been located. The appeal for sightings of the 'JAGMEN' vessel was released on Monday afternoon. Police have confirmed that both the vessel and…
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One Arrested, Car Impounded in Raglan Street Racing Crackdown
Raglan Police have arrested one person and impounded their car following reports of illegal street racing in the area over the weekend. The arrested individual was among multiple drivers observed engaging in dangerous driving on Nau Mai Road. The 19-year-old…
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Body recovered from Lake Manapouri, man named
Police can now formally name Regan Soper, 42, of Gore, as the man whose body was recovered from Lake Manapouri. The recovery followed a six-day search. Police extend their condolences to his family. His death will be referred to the…
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Two Dead in Early Morning Levin Crash
Two people have died following a two-vehicle crash in Levin early this morning. Emergency services were called to Arapaepae Road, also known as State Highway 57, at approximately 2:30 AM. Tragically, both individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene. The…
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Police Seek Sightings of 'JAGMEN' Vessel in Whangārei
Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of a vessel named ‘JAGMEN’ in the Whangārei area. The 25ft vessel was last seen leaving Taurikura Bay at about 8pm on Sunday, March 22. Police would like to speak with…
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Police Release Name of Man Who Died in Waipaoa Crash, Appeal for Information
Police have confirmed the identity of the man who died following a crash in Waipaoa on March 20. He was 75-year-old Owen Rutherford Lloyd, from Whatatutu. His family and friends are being supported by police during this difficult time. Investigators…
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Police Recover Stolen Goods After Public Tip-Off
Police in Counties Manukau have successfully recovered a significant amount of stolen property thanks to a tip from a vigilant member of the public. On Friday afternoon, Police patrolling the Counties Manukau West area were alerted to an address in…
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Centuries-Old Human Remains Discovered in Wellington Garden
Human remains discovered in a garden on Wellington's south coast last year have been confirmed to be centuries old. A homeowner in Ōwhiro Bay found the remains on June 22, 2025. Radiocarbon dating has determined the remains to be from…
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Hunters Urged to Be 100% Sure of Targets During Deer Roar Season
As thousands of hunters prepare for the annual deer roar season, recreational firearms groups are issuing a critical reminder: always be 100% sure of your targets. Te Tari Pureke – Firearms Safety Authority, which chairs the Recreational Firearms Users Group,…
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays on Auckland's Southern Motorway
Emergency services are attending a multi-vehicle crash on Auckland's Southern Motorway near Ōtāhuhu. The incident, involving several vehicles, occurred on State Highway 1 close to the northbound Princes Street off-ramp and was reported to Police around 9:30 am. Multiple individuals…
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Two-Vehicle Crash Blocks Arapaepae Road in Levin
Arapaepae Road, also known as State Highway 57 in Levin, is currently blocked following a two-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to emergency services around 2:30 AM. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified. The road is anticipated to be…
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One Dead in Single-Vehicle Crash in Waiohau
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Galatea Road, Waiohau. Police were alerted to the incident around 5:15 PM, discovering the sole occupant deceased at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit is currently examining the location, leading to…
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One Dead in Fatal Crash on Forgotten World Highway
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on SH43 / Forgotten World Highway in Stratford this morning. The crash was reported to Police at 11:30 am. The road remains closed, and motorists are advised to continue to avoid the…
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One Dead in Invercargill Vehicle Crash After Police Attempted Stop
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Invercargill early this morning. Shortly before 3am, police attempted to stop a vehicle on Kelvin Street, but the driver failed to stop and fled. Police did not pursue the vehicle. A…
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One Dead in Southland Single-Vehicle Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Winding Creek Road in Southland. Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 12:40 am. Another individual sustained moderate injuries and received attention from ambulance services. The road has been…
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State Highway 43 Blocked After Serious Crash
Ōhura Road on State Highway 43, also known as the Forgotten World Highway, is currently blocked following a single-vehicle crash. Emergency services were notified of the incident around 11:30 am today. The Serious Crash Unit has been informed. Police are…
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One Dead in Early Morning Motorway Crash
One person has died following a serious two-vehicle crash on the South-Western Motorway in Onehunga early this morning. Police were called to the scene at approximately 6:15 am. Sadly, one person was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other individuals…
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Crash on Maioro Street Overbridge Causes Delays
Traffic is being diverted around a crash on the east side of Maioro Street at the overbridge in Mount Roskill, Auckland. Police were alerted to the two-vehicle collision at approximately 10:30 am. Emergency services are currently at the scene, with…
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One Dead in Temple View Single-Vehicle Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Howden Road in Temple View. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 8:40 PM last night. Despite the efforts of emergency personnel, the individual tragically passed away at the scene.…
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Serious Crash Blocks Northbound Southern Motorway in Otara
A serious three-vehicle crash on the Southern Motorway in Otara has blocked northbound lanes, causing significant disruption for commuters. Police responded to the incident shortly after 7:25 am this morning. One person has sustained serious injuries, with two others also…
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Winding Creek Road Closed After Single-Vehicle Crash in Southland
Winding Creek Road in Southland is currently blocked due to a single-vehicle crash, according to police. The incident was reported to emergency services shortly after 12:40 AM. Injuries have been reported, and the Serious Crash Unit has been notified. Authorities…
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Leet Street Closed After Early Morning Single-Vehicle Crash
Leet Street in Invercargill has been closed following a single-vehicle crash that occurred around 3am. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and is expected to be investigating the incident. The road is anticipated to remain closed for a significant…