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  • Media release - Update
    18 Apr 2024 5:19pm News:
    Waitematā

    Update on sudden deaths in Waitākere

    Police are continuing to investigate two sudden deaths at a Waitākere property. A man and woman were located deceased in a paddock at the Anzac Valley Road address before 7.30am this morning. Police... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - name release
    18 Apr 2024 4:22pm News:
    Canterbury

    Name release: Workplace death, Newland, Ashburton District

    Police can now name the man who died in a workplace incident in Newland, Ashburton District, on 16 April. He was Henry Wild, aged 22. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult... More

    1 min read
  • Rural Area Commander Inspector Peter Cooper presenting Senior Constable Tony Maw with his award.
    18 Apr 2024 3:57pm TenOne Magazine

    'I just jumped in'

    What started as an enjoyable weekend with friends, ended with a dramatic water rescue that earned Senior Constable Tony Maw a prestigious award. More

    2 min read
  • Breath test 1
    18 Apr 2024 10:59am News:
    Eastern

    Go steady on the Finest Wine at SIX60’s concerts

    Attribute to Area Prevention Manager Inspector Darren Paki: Police are preparing for SIX60 fans to hit Tairāwhiti for concerts in Gisborne and Tokomaru, but are urging people to plan ahead. We want... More

    1 min read
  • Interview victim - 1
    18 Apr 2024 10:29am News:
    Eastern

    Beware of scammers offering shipping containers for sale

    Eastern District Police have become aware of scammers offering shipping containers for sale on Facebook Marketplace and some of our local community pages on social media. The scammers are offering... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    17 Apr 2024 6:08pm News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Fatality following crash, Ruapehu Street, Taupō

    Police can confirm that a pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on Ruapehu St, Taupō. The crash, in the carpark of a business premises, occurred at 2:45pm. One person died at the scene... More

    1 min read
  • Police car in garage 1
    17 Apr 2024 12:06pm News:
    Southern

    Unexplained death, Dunedin

    Police are conducting enquiries after a person was located deceased on Garfield Avenue, Dunedin, yesterday. Initial indications suggest the deceased may have been at the scene for some time... More

    1 min read
  • Car decals / graphics / stickers - 2
    17 Apr 2024 11:35am News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Police appeals to speak to driver following collision involving horse, Taupo

    Attributable to Taupo Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Andrew Livingstone: Police are wanting to speak to a driver after a collision north of Taupo between a car and a horse early this morning... More

    1 min read
  • Police car in garage 1
    17 Apr 2024 11:35am News:
    Eastern

    Missing woman found, Hawke's Bay

    The 26-year-old woman last seen getting into a vehicle in Whakatu on Sunday evening has been located safely in Central Hawke’s Bay. Police thanks the public for their shares and concern. ENDS Issued... More

    1 min read
  • Police car light bay at daytime
    17 Apr 2024 8:29am News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Supercars set to roar this weekend

    Thousands of racing fans are expected in Taupō for the Super400 event this weekend, and Police have been working alongside organisers to make sure the drama and speed is kept to the racetrack. Police... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - name release
    16 Apr 2024 7:11pm News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Name Release: Sudden Death, Mount Maunganui

    Police can now release the name of the man who died after running into the sea at Mt Maunganui on 15 April. He was John Rawiri Piripi Pitihira, aged 37, from Mount Maunganui. Police are continuing to... More

    1 min read
  • Joseph Ahuriri
    16 Apr 2024 2:52pm News:
    Eastern

    Update: Search for Joseph Ahuriri + media advisory

    Attribute to Detective Sergeant Alex Simister Police investigating the disappearance of Gisborne father Joseph Ahuriri have carried out a further search in the Bay View area over the last two days... More

    1 min read
  • Car decals / graphics / stickers - 1
    16 Apr 2024 2:51pm News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Missing man found after nearly 24 hours

    Attribute to Senior Sergeant Graeme Hill A missing man has been found injured after nearly 24 hours in the bush at Okere Falls, Rotorua. The man and his friends had been kayaking down the Kaituna... More

    1 min read
  • Police Hat Close Up
    16 Apr 2024 11:55am News:
    Canterbury

    Workplace death - Newland, Ashburton District

    A person has died following a workplace incident at a property in Newland, Ashburton District this morning. Emergency services were called to the property at 10.10am and tragically a person was... More

    1 min read
  • Police radio
    16 Apr 2024 9:48am News:
    Central

    Palmerston North Police arrest two men following firearms incident

    Two men have been charged following an incident at a house on Otaki Place in Palmerston North on Friday 12 April. Police were called to the house at around 2am, following reports of a man behaving... More

    1 min read
  • Police tape
    16 Apr 2024 8:50am News:
    Eastern

    Police make arrest after Wairoa incidents

    Attribute to Tairāwhiti Area Commander Inspector Danny Kirk A man has been arrested following an incident in Wairoa which left three people injured. About 4.40am, Police were called to a Queen Street... More

    1 min read
  • Processing arrest - fingerprint 2
    15 Apr 2024 4:31pm News:
    Tasman

    Three people charged after deer deliberately targeted with vehicle in Stoke

    Nelson Police have taken action against five people involved in an incident where a mob of around eight deer were targeted with a vehicle. A stag was struck by the vehicle and subsequently killed by... More

    1 min read
  • Police radio
    15 Apr 2024 2:45pm News:
    Waikato

    Man charged after officer injured

    Attribute to Waikato District Commander Superintendent Bruce Bird Police have charged an 18-year-old man following a fleeing driver incident that left a Police officer with facial injuries at the... More

    1 min read
  • Police car light bay at daytime
    15 Apr 2024 12:30pm News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Three in custody and two still to face court following crime spree

    Five people were arrested last week and charged with a variety of offences after a week of thorough and methodical investigation by Bay of Plenty Police. Detective Sergeant Leonie Smith of the Bay of... More

    1 min read
  • Car decals / graphics / stickers - 3
    15 Apr 2024 8:25am News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Sudden death at Mount Maunganui

    Police are investigating the sudden death of a man at Mount Maunganui this morning. At 3.40am, Police were called to a burglary at a building site on Surf Road. As Police arrived, three suspects fled... More

    1 min read
  • Police Emergency tape with car - 5
    15 Apr 2024 6:57am News:
    Central

    Fatal Collision, SH 2, Matamau

    A pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on State Highway 2 at Matamau, north of Dannevirke. The crash happened between Okane and Tataramoa roads about 3.20am. The man was unable to be... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    14 Apr 2024 7:32pm News:
    Waikato

    Fatal crash, Raglan

    Police can now confirm one person has died in a crash on Ohautira Road in Raglan this afternoon. The crash, between a car and motorcycle, happened shortly after 2pm. Sadly, the motorcyclist was... More

    1 min read
  • Police radio
    14 Apr 2024 3:23pm News:
    Auckland City

    Second time not the charm, man arrested following burglary, Mount Wellington

    A man has been arrested after he returned to the scene of a burglary committed the previous night in Mount Wellington. More

    1 min read
  • Car stationary night lights on - 1
    14 Apr 2024 1:35pm News:
    Waikato

    Officer injured trying to stop fleeing driver

    Attribute to Waikato District Commander Superintendent Bruce Bird: An 18-year-old has been arrested and an officer treated for injuries after a serious incident in Waikato overnight. At 9.35pm on... More

    1 min read
  • Car decals / graphics / stickers - 4
    14 Apr 2024 12:18pm News:
    Northland

    Fatal water incident, Whangārei

    One person has died following a water incident at Whangārei Heads this morning. At 9.35am, emergency services received calls stating one person was in trouble in the water. Sadly, they were unable to... More

    1 min read
  • Update: Arrest made after teenager targeted and run over
    13 Apr 2024 12:23pm News:
    Waikato

    Update: Arrest made after teenager targeted and run over

    Attributable to Detective Inspector Darrell Harpur: Waikato Police have arrested a 28-year-old man after a serious incident in which a 15-year-old was run over by a car multiple times. The boy was... More

    1 min read
  • Car seized by Waikato Police
    12 Apr 2024 12:56pm News:
    Waikato

    Waikato Police investigating after teenager targeted and run over

    Please attribute to Detective Inspector Darrell Harpur: Waikato Police are investigating a serious incident where a teenager has been targeted and run over by a car multiple times. The victim – a 15... More

    2 min read
  • Police radio
    12 Apr 2024 9:39am News:
    Auckland City

    Police make arrest following vandalism in Auckland Central, enquiries continue

    Police investigating an alleged act of vandalism on the rainbow pedestrian crossing on Karangahape Road have made an arrest. Detective Senior Sergeant Chris Allan, Auckland City CIB, says Police have... More

    1 min read
  • Multiple Police cars in a line
    12 Apr 2024 9:01am News:
    Waitematā

    Police provide toolkit you need for keeping your possessions safe

    Police want to throw a spanner into the works of opportunist thieves’ plans – but we need your help. Waitematā North Area Prevention Manger, Senior Sergeant Roger Small, says Police in the area are... More

    2 min read
  • Police Logo on SRBA
    11 Apr 2024 12:49pm News:
    Waitematā

    Police raise warnings after string of thefts of rooftop-tents

    Police are pitching ideas on how to keep rooftop-tents safe after a concerning number of thefts on the North Shore. Acting Detective Sergeant Michal Watts, of Waitematā East Area Tactical Crime Unit... More

    2 min read

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