New Zealand Police

1 Aug 2025 2:50pm News:

Tasman

One in court following burglaries in Motueka

A man is before the courts in relation to a series of thefts and burglaries in Motueka. On Tuesday 29 July, Police were called to High Street after a burglary was believed to have occurred on Monday... More

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1 Aug 2025 2:10pm News:

Central

Name Release, fatal fire, New Plymouth

Police can confirm the name of the man who died following a house fire on Oranga Street, on 23 July. He was Nigel Philip Tyler, 69, from Westown. Police offer our condolences to his family and friends... More

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1 Aug 2025 1:48pm News:

Wellington

Police investigating suspected non-accidental injuries to baby

A Masterton 3-month-old baby girl remains in a critical condition in Auckland’s Starship Hospital, seven days after receiving suspected non-accidental injuries. Police were called about 2.50pm on... More

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1 Aug 2025 1:47pm News:

Canterbury

Arrests and charges following launch of Retail Crime Team in Christchurch

In one instance, a 31-year-old woman was arrested and charged after being identified to have committed around 24 dishonesty offences. More

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1 Aug 2025 11:30am News:

Southern

Operation Pakari: Six gang members convicted

Six members of the Mataura Mongrel Mob have today been found guilty for a number of serious assaults and kidnapping in Southland in 2022. Operation Pakari was a complex, detailed investigation by... More

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1 Aug 2025 9:03am News:

Southern

Don't get red carded by Police this game day

Police are encouraging fans heading to the Southland Stags vs Otago rugby clash on Saturday, 2 August, to enjoy the evening responsibly. More

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1 Aug 2025 8:37am News:

Tasman

Homicide investigation launched into Westport man’s death

A person has been charged after the death of a man in Westport. Police were called to a reported altercation at a Palmerston Street motel about 3.10pm yesterday. The victim was found critically... More

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1 Aug 2025 6:00am News:

Canterbury

Man sought by Police located

Police have located the man who absconded from care in Christchurch last night. We would like to thank the public for their assistance. ENDS Issued by the Police Media Centre More

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