Tag: waitemat
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Charges Laid After Motorists Allegedly Threatened with Firearm
Two arrested and charged after motorists in Northland and Waitematā were allegedly followed, forced to stop, and threatened with a firearm.
Law EnforcementWorld NorthlandWaitematāFirearmAssaultPoliceChargesMethamphetamineNew Zealand Police
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Two Men Charged After Construction Site Burglary in Hobsonville
Police apprehended two men in connection with a construction site burglary in Hobsonville early this morning. Stolen tools were recovered.
Law Enforcement BurglaryHobsonvillePoliceArrestToolsWaitematāCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Nelson Road in Taupaki
A single-vehicle crash on Nelson Road, east of Taupaki, has resulted in serious injuries and the closure of the road. Emergency services responded to the incident around 5:20 PM.
Law EnforcementDisasters TaupakiNelson RoadSerious CrashEmergency ServicesRoad ClosureWaitematāNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes SH1 in Kaiwaka
A serious two-vehicle crash has closed State Highway 1 in Kaiwaka, New Zealand, between Greenway and Mountain Roads. Emergency services are at the scene and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement KaiwakaWaitematāSH1New Zealand PoliceTraffic IncidentRoad ClosureAccident
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Security Guard Helps Nab Burglars in New Lynn
A security guard's quick thinking led to the arrest of two burglars in New Lynn after they targeted a commercial premise on Portage Road. Police were able to quickly apprehend the suspects.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal New Lynnburglaryarrestsecurity guardWaitematāNick SalterPortage RoadNew Zealand Police
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Ōrewa Businesses Targeted: Headhunters Gang Members Arrested
Five individuals linked to the Headhunters gang have been apprehended following a series of search warrants in west Auckland and the North Shore, in connection to offences against businesses in Ōrewa.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalAustralasia ŌrewaHeadhuntersArsonCriminal DamageNorth ShoreWaitematāBurglaryNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Police Apprehend Alleged Youth Robbers
Swift police work in Auckland has led to the arrest of four alleged youth offenders linked to a series of aggravated robberies in the Waitematā area. The suspects, aged between 12 and 14, are facing charges.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues AucklandWaitematāYouth CrimeAggravated RobberyArrestNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Paul Rehua for Escaping Custody
Paul Kyle Peekay Rehua, 42, is wanted for escaping custody and is believed to be actively avoiding police in the Waitematā, Auckland, and Waikato regions.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Paul Kyle Peekay RehuaWaitematāAucklandWaikatoCrime Stoppersescaped custodyarrest warrantNew Zealand Police
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Bus Fire Closes Constellation Busway Station and Sunset Road
A bus collided with an overpass near Constellation Busway Station, sparking a fire and prompting road closures. Emergency services are on site, and residents are advised to stay indoors.
DisastersTransportationLaw Enforcement Bus FireConstellation Busway StationSunset RoadWaitematāOverpass CollisionEmergency ServicesNew Zealand Police
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Waitematā Police Warn Businesses of Fraudulent Activity
Waitematā Police are alerting businesses to a surge in fraudulent activities involving scammers ordering goods via phone and using Uber drivers for pickup. They advise strict verification processes.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesBusinessAustralasia WaitematāfraudbusinessesUberscamNew Zealand PoliceMark Renfree
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Serious Crash Closes Piha Road
Piha Road is closed in both directions after a single-vehicle crash reported around 5:40 PM. Emergency services are at the scene, and motorists are advised to avoid the area due to expected delays.
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial IssuesDisasters Piha RoadPihaWaitematāCrashSerious Crash UnitNew Zealand PoliceAccident
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Youths Aged 12-15 Arrested After Fleeing Police in Stolen Car
Eight youths between 12 and 15 years old were arrested after a fleeing incident in Auckland. The stolen vehicle was spiked on State Highway 20, and three of the youths will face charges.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation WaitematāAucklandPolice Eagle helicopterDelta Dog UnitMatt BartlettYouth CrimeState Highway 20New Zealand Police
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Digger Spill Blocks Lane on Auckland's SH18
A small digger falling from a truck has blocked the left lane on State Highway 18, heading towards Squadron Drive. Police advise motorists to expect delays.
TransportationLaw EnforcementSocial Issues SH18GreenhitheWaitematāUpper Harbour BridgeAucklandTraffic DelayNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Police Dismantle 120 Cannabis Grow Houses, Seizing Millions from Organized Crime
Auckland police have shut down 120 cannabis grow houses, seizing over $58 million worth of cannabis and arresting 30 individuals, mainly Vietnamese nationals facing deportation, in a major operation targeting organized crime.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Aucklandcannabisorganized crimedrug enforcementarrestsproperty crimeWaitematāNew Zealand Police
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Late-Night Arrest in Waitematā Nets Multiple Charges
A 30-year-old man was apprehended in Waitematā, facing charges including shoplifting, vehicle theft, and bail breach. The arrest occurred after police found him hiding under a vehicle.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal WaitematāNorth Shore District CourtDon McKinnon DriveTheftShopliftingArrestNew Zealand Police
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Truck Crash Causes Delays on SH16 Near Whenuapai
A truck crash on SH16 near Whenuapai has caused major traffic delays. The driver is in critical condition, and diversions are in place as emergency services respond.
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement SH16WhenuapaiWaitematāTruck CrashTraffic DelaysHobsonville RoadBrigham Creek RoadNew Zealand Police
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Charges Laid After Fatal Crash in Kumeū
An 18-year-old man has been charged after a fatal crash in Kumeū where a vehicle failed to stop for police. The crash resulted in the death of a 16-year-old passenger.
Law EnforcementLegalTransportationSocial Issues Kumeūfatal crashCoatesville-Riverhead HighwayNorth Shore District CourtWaitematāElliot NewaccidentNew Zealand Police
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Name Released in Kumeū Crash
Police release the name of Elliot Ellis New, 16, who died in a crash near Kumeū. Investigations are ongoing, and police are focused on a comprehensive investigation.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Kumeūfatal crashElliot Ellis NewWhangamatāCoatesville-Riverhead HighwayWaitematāSuperintendent Naila HassanNew Zealand Police
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Teenage Car Thief Thwarted at Sunnyvale Park-n-Ride
A 13-year-old male was arrested at Sunnyvale park-n-ride after allegedly breaking into a vehicle. Police were patrolling due to recent thefts. The teenager has been referred to Youth Aid Services.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues crimeWaitematāSunnyvaleNew Zealand PolicetheftarrestYouth Aid Services
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Teenager Dies Following Kumeū Crash After Police Pursuit
A teenager has died after a car crashed in Kumeū following a police pursuit. The incident, which occurred on Coatesville-Riverhead Highway, also resulted in injuries to three other teenagers.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation KumeūcrashpoliceteenagerCoatesville-Riverhead HighwayWaitematāIndependent Police Conduct AuthorityNew Zealand Police
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Four-Car Crash Causes Delays on SH18 Near Greenhithe
A four-car crash on SH18 near Greenhithe causes delays. No serious injuries reported, but traffic is backed up towards Albany. Motorists should allow extra travel time.
Transportation SH18GreenhitheWaitematāAlbanyTraffic DelayMotor Vehicle AccidentNZ PoliceNew Zealand Police
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Waitematā Police Crackdown Results in Arrests, Impoundments
Waitematā Police operation targeting anti-social road users results in 154 infringement notices, 10 vehicle impoundments, and 13 arrests. Focus on illegal driving and vehicle safety.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation Waitematāboy racersvehicle impoundmentsarrestsSenior Sergeant Damian AlbertLincoln RoadNew Zealand Police
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Drug Operations Shut Down in Kumeū, Auckland
New Zealand police have uprooted several illicit drug operations in Kumeū, Northwest Auckland, seizing nearly 400 kilograms of cannabis and arresting three individuals.
Law EnforcementSocial Issues KumeūAucklanddrug operationscannabiscocainearrestsWaitematāNZ Police
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Auckland Police Nab Two Prolific Shoplifters
Two prolific Auckland shoplifters have been apprehended by police, thanks to the National Retail Investigation Support Unit. The individuals are allegedly responsible for over $10,000 in retail crime.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AucklandshopliftingarrestWaitematāCounties ManukaucrimeNational Retail Investigation Support UnitNZ Police