Police Hat Close Up
13 Dec 2025 7:19am News:
National News

Commissioner congratulates NZ Bravery Award recipients 2025

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers says he is proud of the courage shown by five serving police staff recognised as recipients of the New Zealand Bravery Awards today. The NZ Bravery Awards... More

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Media release - fatal crash
12 Dec 2025 8:27pm News:
Central

Fatal Crash, Palmerston North

One person has died following a serious crash on Fitzherbert East Road, State Highway 56. The two-vehicle crash was reported to emergency services at around 12:30pm. The road was closed while the... More

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12 Dec 2025 7:08pm News:
Wellington

Drug testing starts in Wellington on Monday - here's what you need to know

From Monday 15 December 2025, Police will be able to screen drivers for the presence of impairing drugs in the Wellington District – the first-time testing of this kind will be conducted on New... More

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Policing activity at night 2
12 Dec 2025 4:16pm News:
Auckland City

Police disappointed with alcohol sales to minors, Auckland City

Auckland City Police are disappointed three liquor stores failed basic requirements, selling alcohol to minors during a recent operation. A joint Controlled Purchase Operation was carried out at over... More

1 min read
Handcuffing 1
12 Dec 2025 1:30pm News:
Waikato

Anonymous tip leads Police to alleged meth supplier

A confidential tip-offs from the Whangamatā community has helped Police disrupt the supply of methamphetamine into town. Police are praising the public for taking a stand against the damaging drug... More

1 min read
Cops walking the beat (male) day - 1
12 Dec 2025 12:26pm News:
Eastern

Police increases presence in Napier this weekend

Please attribute the following to Hawke’s Bay Area Commander Inspector Lincoln Sycamore: Police will have a visible presence in and around Napier on Saturday 13 December, due to the unveiling of a... More

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Police Logo on SRBA
12 Dec 2025 10:23am News:
Auckland City

Pair arrested following kidnapping and robbery

Two people are facing serious charges following an incident in Wesley last night. The victim had arranged via Facebook marketplace to purchase a vehicle and meet the seller outside an address on... More

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Meth
11 Dec 2025 6:21pm News:
Eastern

Three arrests following operation targeting supply of methamphetamine

A covert operation targeting the supply of methamphetamine in Central Hawke's Bay and Hastings has led to the arrest of two gang members and one associate. A six-month covert operation, codenamed... More

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