Tag: waikato_west

Man Arrested After Karamu Burnouts Lead to Crash

30 Jun 2026 1:24 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A 21-year-old man was arrested in Karamu, Waikato West, after police responded to dangerous driving reports involving burnouts. The blue sedan crashed, and the driver was charged with dangerous driving and sustained loss of traction, with police thanking the public…

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Search Continues for Missing Fisherman in Taharoa

23 Jun 2026 11:54 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Police continue the search for missing fisherman Dilane Harding, 55, in Taharoa, New Zealand. Aerial efforts are paused due to a storm, and a rāhui prohibits marine activities. The public is asked to provide information to Police.

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