Tag: nz_police
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New North Road in Kingsland Reopens After Crash
New North Road in Kingsland, Auckland, has reopened to traffic in both directions following a lunchtime crash. Police inquiries into the cause of the crash are ongoing. Motorists are urged to drive carefully this Christmas Eve to ensure safe arrival…
TransportationLaw EnforcementAustralasia New North RoadKingslandAucklandCrashTrafficJarred WilliamsonNZ PoliceNew Zealand Police
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Maioro Street On-Ramp in Wesley, Auckland City, Cleared After Multi-Vehicle Crash
The Maioro Street on-ramp in Wesley, Auckland City, has been cleared following a multi-vehicle crash this morning. The incident prompted a temporary closure while emergency services responded. Police have thanked drivers for their patience during the disruption. The Serious Crash…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisasters WesleyAuckland CityMaioro StreetCrashSerious Crash UnitNZ PoliceAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Mike Pannett Appointed as New Zealand Police Deputy Commissioner
Assistant Commissioner Mike Pannett has been appointed as a statutory Deputy Commissioner of New Zealand Police, a move welcomed by Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. Chambers stated that Pannett's appointment followed "a lengthy and very thorough selection process". Chambers lauded Pannett…
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New Lynn House Fire Not Suspicious
Police have determined that the fatal house fire in New Lynn on December 8 is not suspicious. A scene examination at the Kohekohe Street property was completed yesterday, along with a post-mortem examination. Police will continue inquiries into the man's…
Social IssuesDisastersLaw Enforcement New LynnHouse FireFatalKohekohe StreetNZ PoliceJarred WilliamsonAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash on SH20, Māngere Leaves One Critical
One person is in critical condition following a crash on the South-Western Motorway near Māngere overnight. The two-vehicle crash, involving a car and a truck, was reported at 4am on northbound lanes by the Coronation Road off-ramp. The driver of…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisasters SH20MāngereSouth-Western MotorwayAuckland City HospitalSerious Crash UnitNZ PoliceAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Apirana Avenue in Glen Innes
A serious crash in Glen Innes involving a car and a motorbike has resulted in road closures and serious injuries. Police were alerted to the incident on Apirana Avenue just after 4pm. The motorbike rider sustained serious injuries and was…
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Police Seek Public Help to Identify Man After Whangārei Assault
Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man who may be able to assist with inquiries into an assault at a commercial premises on Okara Drive, Whangārei, on November 6. They have released images of the man in question.…
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NZ Police and Health NZ Launch Phase Three of Mental Health Response Programme
The New Zealand Police and Health New Zealand have initiated Phase Three of the Mental Health Response Change Programme, building on the groundwork laid by the successful implementation of Phases One and Two. This programme seeks to prioritize a health-led…
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Man Dies at Takapuna Beach Despite Emergency Efforts
A person has died at Takapuna Beach this afternoon. Police were alerted at midday to a report of an unresponsive individual in the water, who had been brought to shore. Police staff at the scene immediately provided medical assistance to…
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Police Urge Preparedness After Bush Rescue Near Days Bay
Police Search and Rescue responded to an incident yesterday involving a person lost in the bush tracks above Days Bay, Wellington. The individual was able to relay their location using the satellite emergency messaging feature on their iPhone, enabling a…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementDisasters Search and RescueDays BayWellingtonMountain Safety CouncilNZ Policetrail markersbush tracksNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Roads in Papakura
A serious crash involving two vehicles at the intersection of Elliot Street and Ray Small Drive, Papakura, has led to road closures and serious injuries. Police were alerted to the incident at 2.04pm. One person has suffered serious injuries. Elliot…
TransportationLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesDisasters PapakuraElliot StreetRay Small DriveCrashRoad ClosureSerious InjuriesNZ PoliceNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Roads in Ardmore, New Zealand
A serious crash in Ardmore, New Zealand, has resulted in road closures and critical injuries. The single-vehicle incident occurred at the intersection of Airfield and Mullins Roads and was reported at 5.50am. One person has been critically injured. Airfield Road…
TransportationLaw EnforcementDisastersSocial Issues Serious CrashMullins RoadArdmoreRoad ClosureTraffic IncidentNZ PoliceNew Zealand Police
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Fatal Crash Closes Tamaki Drive in Auckland
A fatal crash between a bus and a car has led to the continued closure of Tamaki Drive in Auckland City. The incident occurred at 9.20pm last night. Police have advised that the road closure is likely to extend into…
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Crash Causes Delays on SH20, Counties Manukau
Motorists are facing delays on State Highway 20 following a three-vehicle crash this morning. Police were alerted to the incident, which occurred just after the Walmsley Road off-ramp, at approximately 6:04 am. According to initial reports, there have been no…
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Serious Crash Closes SH1 at Brynderwyn
A serious crash involving a car and a truck occurred at approximately 3.06am on SH1 at Brynderwyn. Police have implemented traffic controls and are advising motorists to expect delays. Where possible, motorists should take alternative routes. Emergency services are expected…
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Crash Causes Delays on Southern Motorway, Ōtara
Motorists should expect delays following a crash on the Southern Motorway, Ōtara, this morning. Emergency services are responding to a three-vehicle crash near the East Tamaki off-ramp, reported to Police at about 9.38am. At this stage, there are no reports…
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Crash and Chemical Spill Close Pokeno On-Ramp
A crash in Pokeno has led to the closure of an on-ramp and is causing delays for motorists. The incident, involving a truck and another vehicle, occurred this afternoon on the Great South Road on-ramp northbound. Emergency services are currently…
TransportationLaw EnforcementSocial Issues PokenoCounties ManukauCrashChemical SpillGreat South RoadNZ PoliceTransportation IncidentNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Public's Help to Find Missing Auckland Man
Police are asking for the public's help in locating 56-year-old Walter Brown, who is missing in Auckland. Walter was reported missing from a care facility in Papakura. He visited family in Papatoetoe over the weekend of September 20 but did…
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Cordons Lifted in Henderson Following Police Incident
Cordons have been lifted in Henderson following an earlier police incident. A man has been taken into custody, and charges are being considered. Lincoln Road and Sel Peacock Drive are now open to motorists. Police have expressed their gratitude to…
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Northern Lanes of Southern Motorway Reopen After Crash
The northern lanes of the Southern Motorway, Goodwood Heights, have reopened following an earlier crash. Police appreciate motorists' patience while the scene was cleared. Holly McKay from NZ Police said, “Police would like to thank motorists for their patience while…
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Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays on SH1, Goodwood Heights
A multi-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 in Goodwood Heights has resulted in delays for motorists. The incident, involving four vehicles, occurred at approximately 10.15am, prompting a response from emergency services. One northbound lane has been closed while authorities manage…
TransportationLaw EnforcementSocial Issues SH1crashGoodwood HeightsCounties ManukauSouthern MotorwayNZ PoliceSerious Crash UnitNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Victoria Street in Auckland
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle crash on Victoria Street, Auckland Central, near the intersection of Albert Street, at 5.40am. One person is in serious condition. As a result, Victoria Street is closed between Queen and Hobson Streets. Police…
TransportationLaw Enforcement Serious CrashVictoria StreetAuckland CentralRoad ClosureNZ PoliceAlbert StreetAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Missing Teenager Located in Whangārei
A teenager missing from her Kensington, Whangārei, home has been located, according to Whangārei Police. An appeal was issued yesterday afternoon regarding the 15-year-old girl. Police have confirmed she is safe. Police have expressed their gratitude to the community for…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues WhangāreiKensingtonMissing PersonNew Zealand PoliceTeenagerJarred WilliamsonNZ Police
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Fatal Crash in Mount Wellington Claims One Life
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Mount Wellington this morning. Police were alerted to the incident at approximately 9.10am. The crash involved a truck and a car at the intersection of Morrin and Fraser Roads. Two people…
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Serious Crash Closes Hansens Line in Newbury
Emergency services are responding to a serious single-vehicle crash on Hansens Line in Newbury, Manawatū. Police were called to the scene at approximately 9am. The road is currently closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice.…
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Auckland CBD Protest Draws 20,000, Roads Reopening
An estimated 20,000 people participated in protest activity in Auckland CBD today, eventually arriving at Victoria Park. According to police, a number of protesters have started dispersing from Victoria Park, and police will continue to monitor those who remain. Roads…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsTransportation Auckland CBDVictoria ParkprotestNZ PoliceJarred WilliamsonPublic SafetyNew Zealand Police
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Auckland CBD Faces Protest Disruptions
A police operation is underway in Auckland's CBD to manage ongoing protest activity. Protesters are converging in the city center, with Aotea Square as an initial gathering point. The protest is expected to proceed down Queen Street towards Victoria Park,…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Auckland CBDProtestAotea SquareVictoria ParkQueen StreetNZ PoliceJarred WilliamsonNew Zealand Police
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Missing Woman Found Safe in Taupō
A woman in her 70s who was reported missing this morning from Taupō has been found and is safely back with her family. The Police Media Centre issued the release, confirming the positive outcome. Further details were available on the…
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Name Released in Onehunga Fatal Crash
Police have identified Darren Anthony, 55, of Auckland, as the man who died in the Neilson Street, Onehunga crash on August 21. Authorities have expressed their condolences to Anthony's family and friends during this difficult time. The circumstances surrounding the…
Law EnforcementTransportation Darren AnthonyAucklandNeilson StreetOnehungaFatal CrashHolly McKayNZ PoliceNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Public Help to Identify Man After Panmure Bus Interchange Assault
Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man connected to an assault at the Panmure Bus Interchange on Friday, June 6, 2025, which occurred between 9:30 PM and 11:00 PM. Authorities urge anyone who recognizes the individual in the…
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