Media release - name release
10 Oct 2022 2:37pm News:
Eastern

Name release - Fatal crash, Gisborne

Police can now name the woman who died following a crash in Awapuni on Friday 7 October. She was Margaret Ohuka, 63, of Matawhero, Gisborne. Police extend their condolences to her family and friends... More

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Crash sign
10 Oct 2022 2:06pm News:
Bay of Plenty

Recognition of the four fatalities following crashes over the weekend

Please attribute the following response to Bay of Plenty Road Policing Manager Inspector Brent Crowe: Bay of Plenty Police are very concerned about the four fatalities that occurred over the weekend... More

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Road closed sign
10 Oct 2022 1:38pm News:
Wellington

UPDATE - Incident on SH1, Wellington

The incident on State Highway 1 that disrupted traffic into Wellington this morning has been resolved without further issue. Three people have been taken into custody and charges are being considered... More

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Media release - homicide inquiry
10 Oct 2022 10:28am News:
Counties Manukau

Police launch homicide investigation in Wattle Downs, woman charged

Attribute to Detective Inspector Karen Bright, Counties Manukau CIB: A homicide investigation is underway in Wattle Downs following the death of a man in a vehicle last night. Police were called to... More

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Media release - fatal crash
10 Oct 2022 6:27am News:
Bay of Plenty

UPDATE - Fatal crash, Omataroa

Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Galatea Road, Omataroa. The crash occurred around 9:10pm and involved two vehicles. The road is now open. An investigation into the crash... More

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Aluminium Boat

Location stolen from
Tauranga
Description of stolen boat

Length: 5.5 metres, Name of side: "Swampy", Faded red canopy, Lowrance Hook 5 fish finder attached.

Description of stolen motor
Mercury outboard, 40hp
Car decals / graphics / stickers - 1
9 Oct 2022 1:07pm News:
Canterbury

Emergency landing - Rangiora

Please attribute to Canterbury Rural Area Commander Inspector Peter Cooper. Police are responding to an emergency landing at Rangiora Airfield involving a light aircraft. The plane had an issue on... More

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Car decals / graphics / stickers - 2
9 Oct 2022 1:03pm News:
Central

Police responding to an incident in Whanganui

Whanganui Police are responding to an incident on Somme Parade. Cordons are in place at the scene and the public is advised to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre More

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Media release - fatal crash
9 Oct 2022 9:30am News:
Wellington

UPDATE - Fatal crash, Remutaka Hill

One person has died following a crash on the Remutaka Hill. The road is currently closed. An investigation into the crash remains ongoing and we thank the public for their patience. ENDS Issued by... More

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