New Zealand Police

6 Dec 2023 10:57am News:

Bay of Plenty

Have you seen Matthew?

Kawerau Police are appealing for the public’s help to find 74-year-old Matthew Weko. He was last seen on Thursday 30 November at his home on River Road, and was wearing dark blue track pants, and a... More

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6 Dec 2023 10:04am News:

Auckland City

Update regarding death on Waiheke Island

Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Chris Allan, Auckland City CIB: Police can now provide an update into an investigation into a sudden death near Waiheke Island last month. Lee Perry was located... More

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Pol pics - 05 Dec - Palmy Xmas parade

Submitted by jhex68 on Tue, 05/12/2023 - 3:56pm

There was lots of laughter, dancing, bubbles and fun at the Palmerston North Christmas parade at the weekend. With a huge collective effort, the community policing team wowed the judges with their Christmas spirit and won best float - out of 62 floats! Thanks to everyone for the support and awesome turnout.

5 Dec 2023 12:38pm News:

Northland

Witnesses sought to fatal car crash in Hūkerenui

Police are seeking witnesses to a fatal single vehicle crash that occurred on State Highway One near Hūkerenui in Northland at about 5pm on Thursday 30 November. The vehicle involved in the crash was... More

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5 Dec 2023 11:54am News:

National News

Traffic disruption eases as protest gatherings conclude

Police had a highly visible presence on roading networks across the country as large protest gatherings took place in many cities and towns. More

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5 Dec 2023 10:02am News:

Bay of Plenty

Police acknowledge IPCA report into Rotorua arrest

Police acknowledge a report by the Independent Police Conduct Authority which found Police used unjustified and excessive force while arresting a man in Rotorua. On 13 September 2021, two officers... More

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5 Dec 2023 9:41am News:

National News

Majority of gatherings across country have dispersed

The vast majority of protest gatherings across the country have now dispersed. There are some smaller groups in several locations, whose activities are continuing to impact the roading network. This... More

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5 Dec 2023 8:38am News:

National News

Protesters in some locations start to disperse

Protesters in some locations across New Zealand have started to disperse, following large gatherings this morning. In Tāmaki Makaurau, police are continuing to monitor groups in various locations... More

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