Tag: operation_irena

Teen Arrested in Invercargill Over Nationwide Bomb Threats

26 May 2026 10:54 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A young person has been arrested in Invercargill following bomb threats sent via email across New Zealand. Charged with threatening to kill, the teen will appear in Youth Court as Operation Irena continues.

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Auckland Police Investigate Non-Genuine Threatening Emails from Overseas

22 May 2026 11:55 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Auckland City Police are investigating a series of threatening emails, code-named Operation IRENA, sent across the city this week. While initial indications suggest the threats are not genuine and originated overseas, detectives are treating the matter seriously.

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