Tag: traffic_offense

Whangārei Driver Arrested After Burnout in Front of Police

15 May 2026 3:30 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A driver was arrested and his vehicle impounded in Whangārei after performing a burnout in front of police. The incident on May 2 led to charges for operating a motor vehicle with sustained loss of traction, with police warning against…

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More Arrests Made After Levin Anti-Social Road User Event

2 Jul 2025 1:31 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Following a chaotic King’s Birthday weekend event in Levin, police have arrested and charged 12 more people, bringing the total to 22 after anti-social behaviour.

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