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  • Media release - name release
    17 Feb 2026 3:43pm News:
    Waikato

    Name release, fatal crash, Matamata

    Police can release the name of the man who sadly died following a crash on Puketutu Road, Matamata, on Sunday 1 February. He was Jonathan Marc Fairfax-Brown, 49, from Mount Maunganui. Police extend... More

    1 min read
  • Head and shoulder shots of Inspector Matenga (Marty) Gray and Inspector Mark Miller.
    17 Feb 2026 12:15pm TenOne Magazine

    All the right moves

    New leaders take up their roles in Taranaki and Manawatū. More

    2 min read
  • Car decals / graphics / stickers - 4
    17 Feb 2026 10:38am News:
    Waitematā

    Late night drive ends in charges

    A simple traffic stop uncovered a cache of drugs and cash on Monday night in Millwater. Senior Sergeant Carl Fowlie, Waitematā North Area Response Manager says a Police unit was patrolling the North... More

    1 min read
  • Multiple Police cars in a line
    17 Feb 2026 10:27am News:
    Waitematā

    Charges laid over BMX club arson

    Police investigating an arson that destroyed over $50,000 worth of property at a Rānui sports club last year have made an arrest. Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting says the fire was allegedly... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    17 Feb 2026 8:00am News:
    Waitematā

    Fatal crash: Glen Eden, Auckland

    Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Glen Eden last night. The two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Hepburn and Great North roads was reported at around 11.12pm. One person... More

    1 min read
  • Police shirts
    16 Feb 2026 3:54pm News:
    Waitematā

    Recidivist thieves wind up in custody

    A pair of thieves allegedly responsible for helping themselves to more than $40,000 worth of goods from various stores across Auckland and the Bay of Plenty have wound up in Police hands. The duo have... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - name release
    16 Feb 2026 9:36am News:
    Eastern

    Name release: Waiohiki fatal crash

    Police can release the name of the man who sadly died following a crash on Korokipo Road, Fernhill, on Friday 9 January. He was Patutai Patterson Kire, 60, from Flaxmere. Police extend condolences to... More

    1 min read
  • Police tape
    15 Feb 2026 6:31pm News:
    Canterbury

    Serious crash, Merivale

    Emergency services are at the scene of a single-vehicle crash on Heaton Street, Merivale, between Allister Avenue and Circuit Street. Police were called about 5.50pm. Initial indications suggest one... More

    1 min read
  • Police tape
    15 Feb 2026 5:58pm News:
    Eastern

    Body found, Mahia

    Attribute to Tuai Senior Constable Tony Maultsaid: Police are making enquiries after the body of a person washed up at Mahia, near Wairoa. A member of the public made the discovery on Mahanga Beach... More

    1 min read
  • Commissioner of Police Richard Chambers and Assistant Commissioner Corrie Parnell at finish line wearing Police branded bibs
    15 Feb 2026 1:26pm News:
    National News

    On the run: Police recruitment run challenge at 'Round the Bays

    Commissioner of Police Richard Chambers led a team of 66 Police runners at the Southern Cross ‘Round the Bays event in Wellington on Sunday. More

    3 min read
  • Media release - Appeal for information
    15 Feb 2026 12:39pm News:
    Waikato

    Serious assault, Police appeal for information

    Police in Hamilton are investigating a disturbing incident, where a woman was assaulted in her home in Fairfield on Saturday night. More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    15 Feb 2026 7:29am News:
    Northland

    Fatal crash: Ruatangata West, Whangarei

    One person has died after being ejected from a vehicle, following a single-vehicle crash on Knight Road last night. Emergency services were notified of the crash about 10:50pm. Three other people were... More

    1 min read
  • Police radio
    14 Feb 2026 10:31am News:
    Southern

    Road reopened: Old Coach Road, Gore

    Old Coach Road has reopened after a two-vehicle crash earlier today. Police thank motorists for their patience. ENDS Issued by the Police Media Centre. More

    1 min read
  • Police car in garage 1
    14 Feb 2026 9:34am News:
    Waikato

    Body recovered from submerged vehicle, SH39

    A man has died after his vehicle became submerged in floodwaters while travelling on State Highway 39 overnight. A member of public alerted emergency services to the submerged car, near the... More

    1 min read
  • Regan Brown is wanted to arrest.
    13 Feb 2026 5:26pm News:
    Counties Manukau

    Wanted to arrest: Regan Brown

    Police is seeking information on the whereabouts of Regan Alan Brown. The 29-year-old man has a warrant for his arrest for assault with intent to injure. We believe Brown is actively avoiding Police... More

    1 min read
  • Snow search - 2
    13 Feb 2026 2:09pm News:
    Southern

    Police urge people going outdoors to prepare following incidents since the new year

    'Even the most experienced people get caught up in situations where they need assistance, and any day trip has the potential to turn into an overnight situation.' More

    3 min read
  • Media release - name release
    13 Feb 2026 1:46pm News:
    Eastern

    Name release: fatal crash, Anaura Bay

    Police can now name the person who sadly died following a single vehicle crash on Anaura Road, Gisborne, on 1 February. He was Harry Papuni, 24, from Anaura Bay. Our thoughts are with his loved ones... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    13 Feb 2026 12:40pm News:
    Canterbury

    Fatal crash, Karaka Road / State Highway 7, Waikari

    Police can confirm that one person has died following a crash in Hurunui this morning. The single vehicle crash on Karaka Road / State Highway 7 was reported about 6.40am. Despite best efforts by... More

    1 min read
  • The fire occurred on Pakiri Road, Leigh
    13 Feb 2026 10:53am News:
    Waitematā

    School bus fire, Leigh

    Four children who were onboard at the time of the fire have all been safely removed. More

    1 min read
  • Multiple Police cars in a line
    13 Feb 2026 10:05am News:
    Wellington

    Police appeal for information on historical offending at Wellington school

    Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons: Police are appealing for anyone who may have information on offending by Father Rowan Donoghue to come forward. This comes after all... More

    1 min read
  • Police tape
    12 Feb 2026 3:41pm News:
    Canterbury

    Burglar caught by victim in their own web

    Please attribute the following to Acting Superintendent Ash Tabb, Christchurch Metro Acting Area Commander: A quick-thinking member of the public led Police to a burglar after spotting their own... More

    1 min read
  • Police National Dive Squad members in the Mahurangi River
    12 Feb 2026 3:26pm News:
    Waitematā

    Warkworth search: Missing vehicle located

    Police have located a vehicle outstanding since a man was washed away in the Mahurangi River on 21 January 2026. Forty-seven-year-old Tekanimaeu Arobati was later located in the river days later on 24... More

    1 min read
  • Police Emergency tape with car - 5
    12 Feb 2026 11:45am News:
    Canterbury

    One in court following vehicle theft and attempted vehicle theft in Christchurch

    Attributable to Senior Sergeant Hamish Keer-Keer A 28-year-old Christchurch man is before the courts after unlawfully taking a vehicle and attempting to take further vehicles. About 9.35pm on... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - media advisory
    12 Feb 2026 9:42am News:
    Bay of Plenty

    Media invitation - Pōwhiri for new Bay of Plenty District Commander

    Police is pleased to invite media to the pōwhiri for the new Bay of Plenty District Commander, Superintendent Will Loughrin. Date: Monday 16 February Time: 10am Venue: Te Papa-i-Ouru Marae Address: 1... More

    1 min read
  • Processing arrest  - 1
    11 Feb 2026 3:14pm News:
    Canterbury

    Arrest made in serious assault, Christchurch

    Attributable to Detective Sergeant Ben Rolton, Christchurch Metro Crime: Police investigating the serious assault at a residential property on Fitzgerald Avenue on Monday have made an arrest in... More

    1 min read
  • Police car in garage 1
    11 Feb 2026 3:03pm News:
    Waitematā

    Police seek information about Rānui fire

    Waitematā Police is seeking information about a fire at a Rānui house in the early hours of the morning. Emergency services attended Vino Cina Heights after midnight, with the roof fully alight. A... More

    1 min read
  • Sergeant on computer
    11 Feb 2026 2:55pm News:
    Auckland City

    Busted: Woman arrested over elaborate 18-year scam

    A 44-year-old Ellerslie woman has been arrested and charged in relation to an alleged romance scam. More

    1 min read
  • Media release - Appeal for information
    11 Feb 2026 12:50pm News:
    Eastern

    Hastings stabbing - Police appeal for footage

    Police are seeking information as they investigate a serious stabbing at an address in the Karamu Road North area in the early hours of Saturday 7 February. More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    11 Feb 2026 6:08am News:
    Wellington

    Fatal crash, Ngauranga Interchange, Wellington

    One person has died after a crash on State Highway 2, Ngauranga Interchange on Sunday 8 February. Emergency services were notified of the crash around 2am. Sadly, the victim has now passed away from... More

    1 min read
  • Media release - fatal crash
    10 Feb 2026 7:00pm News:
    Wellington

    Fatal Crash: Trentham

    One person has died following a crash in Trentham this afternoon. The crash, involving a vehicle and a cyclist was reported to emergency services about 4pm. The intersection of Messines Avenue and... More

    1 min read

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