Tag: law_enforcement
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Serious Crash Closes Trentham Intersection
The intersection of Messines Avenue and Seddul Bahr Road in Trentham, Upper Hutt, is currently closed due to a serious crash involving a vehicle and a cyclist. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 4pm today. Diversions have been…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 2 in Wairoa
The intersection of Black Street and Archilles Street, also known as State Highway 2 in Wairoa, has been closed due to a serious crash involving two vehicles. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 3 PM today. Diversions…
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Police Release Name in Raumati Beach Homicide Investigation
Police have released the name of the woman found deceased at a Matatua Road, Raumati Beach address on Monday, February 9. She has been identified as 56-year-old Lauraine Margaret Stewart. "We acknowledge this is an incredibly difficult time for Ms…
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Police Seek Information on Christchurch Serious Assault
Police are investigating a serious assault that took place on Fitzgerald Avenue in Christchurch yesterday afternoon and are asking for the public's help. The incident occurred around 12:20 pm on Monday, February 9, 2026. Investigators are seeking any photos, CCTV,…
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Body Recovered from Waioeka River After Extensive Search
Police have recovered a body from the Waioeka River this morning, bringing an end to a search for a man who has been missing since January. The recovery operation took place around 9 am. The search, led by Eastern Bay…
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Foxton Police Crack Down on Dangerous Dirt Bike Riding
Foxton Police are taking a serious stance against dangerous dirt and quad bike riding in the Foxton and Foxton Beach areas. In response to public complaints, officers have already impounded three bikes and spoken with several young individuals involved in…
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Teenager Charged After Police Dog Tracks Stolen Vapes
A 16-year-old male has been charged with shoplifting following an incident on Te Atatū Peninsula on Monday night. Police responded to a dairy on Te Atatū Road shortly after 8pm after two males entered the store. According to acting Inspector…
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Motorcyclist Arrested for High-Speed Flee and Impaired Driving
A motorcyclist was arrested early this morning after a pursuit that resulted in the impounding of his vehicle and the seizure of illicit drug items. The 48-year-old man was allegedly found to be nearly twice the legal breath alcohol limit.…
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Man, 64, identified after fatal Ruakākā crash
Police have named the man who died following a fatal crash on State Highway 15 in Ruakākā on Wednesday, January 28. He was Kerry McDonald, 64, of Russell. Police extended their thoughts to his family and friends during this difficult…
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Woman's Death at Hawke's Bay Worksite Ruled Homicide
Police are now treating the discovery of a woman's body at a worksite in Omahu, Hawke's Bay, as a homicide. The woman has been identified as Sharlene Smith, aged 64, from Rotorua. Officers were called to the Taihape Road site…
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Serious Assault in Christchurch Under Investigation
A scene guard will remain in place in central Christchurch overnight as Police continue to investigate a serious assault. At around 12:20pm today, Police were called to a property on Fitzgerald Avenue, where a man was found in a critical…
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School Bus Catches Fire in Mangawhai, All Safe
A section of Mangawhai Road has been closed following a school bus fire. Police were called to the incident at 3:55 pm, where the bus caught fire near the intersection with Carter Road, south of Mangawhai township. All 20 people…
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State Highway 1 Partially Blocked After Palmerston Crash
State Highway 1, south of Palmerston, is experiencing partial blockage due to a single-vehicle crash. Emergency services received reports of the incident at approximately 2:40 PM. Traffic management measures are currently in place, and motorists are advised to anticipate delays.…
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One Dead in Fatal Buckland Crash
One person has died following a serious crash on Logan Road, Buckland, this morning. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle incident, involving a truck and trailer unit, at 7:32 am. The sole occupant of the truck was sadly pronounced…
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One Dead in Rangitikei Single-Vehicle Crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Santoft Road, Santoft, Rangitikei, late last night. Police were called to the scene around 9:50 PM. The sole occupant of the vehicle was found deceased at the scene. The Serious Crash…
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Serious Crash on Logan Road, Buckland
Emergency services are attending a serious crash on Logan Road in Buckland, Auckland. The single-vehicle incident, involving a truck and trailer unit, was reported to Police at 7:32 am. Initial reports suggest there may be serious injuries. Logan Road is…
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Woman Dies, Man Arrested in Raumati Beach Incident
Police were called to a Matatua Road address in Raumati Beach around 1:15 AM after reports of an injured person. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman deceased at the scene. A 24-year-old man was taken into custody and is scheduled…
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Two Charged in Connection with Taupō College Fire
Two young people have been charged following a fire at a Taupō college on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the fire on Spa Road, Taupō, at approximately 2:15 PM. As the block became fully engulfed, police closed surrounding…
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Southland Police pleased with long weekend road behaviour
Southland Police have expressed satisfaction with the behaviour of locals and visitors on the roads and at events over the recent Waitangi weekend. Southland Area Commander, Inspector Mike Bowman, stated, “We’re pleased to say there have been no real issues…
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One Dead in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash in Dairy Flat
One person has died following a single-motorcycle crash on Horseshoe Bush Road in Dairy Flat early this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 1:30 AM. The sole rider was pronounced dead at the scene. The Serious…
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State Highway 2 Blocked After Three-Vehicle Crash
State Highway 2, at the intersection with Waterworks Road in Kaitoke, is currently blocked in both directions due to a three-vehicle crash. The incident was reported to police around 4pm. Emergency services are on scene managing the situation. There are…
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Northern Motorway Blocked by Vehicle Fire
The Northern Motorway is currently blocked near Moir Hill Road due to a vehicle fire. Emergency services are on site responding to the incident. One northbound lane remains open to traffic. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes while the…
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on parole denial, Olympic flag bearers, and analogue hobbies
RNZ is reporting that Ashley Arnopp, who was convicted of murdering Stanley Waipouri, will remain in prison after a parole hearing. Arnopp and Andre Gilling beat Waipouri to death in 2006. RNZ also said that snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott and freeski…
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One Dead Following Water Incident in Thames
One person has died following a water-related incident in Thames. Emergency services were called to Tararu Road just before midday. The person was pulled from the water unresponsive and, despite emergency medical treatment, died at the scene. The death will…
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Man Flees Police in Boat, Quickly Recaptured
A 27-year-old Porirua man, wanted for breaching bail conditions, attempted to escape police custody by fleeing in a boat from the Mana Twin Bridges public boat ramp. Officers arrived at the ramp around 8:30 am and informed the man he…
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Body Found on Napier Beach
A body has been discovered on a beach in Napier. Police were alerted around 8:25 PM on Thursday, February 5th, to a person seen in the water off The Esplanade in Westshore. Emergency services, including Police and Coastguard, responded and…
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Pedestrian Dies in Overnight Motorway Crash in Ōtara
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on the northbound lanes of the Southern Motorway at Ōtara overnight. Emergency services were alerted to the crash around 12:30 AM, between the Te Irirangi Drive on-ramp and the East…
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Five Apprehended After Attempted Burglary in Upper Hutt
Four youths and a 20-year-old man have been apprehended following an attempted burglary at a commercial premises in Upper Hutt overnight. Police were alerted to the incident on Main Street at approximately 12:40 am. The alleged offenders made several attempts…
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Christchurch Police Seek Public Assistance in Mountain Bike Burglary Investigation
Christchurch Police are appealing to the public for information to help locate two individuals believed to have information regarding a recent burglary. The incident, which occurred on Bealey Avenue on Sunday, February 1, involved the theft of two mountain bikes…
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Man Arrested for Arson After Taupō CBD Fire
Police have arrested a 53-year-old man in connection with a suspicious fire that occurred on Oruanui Street in Taupō's central business district. The fire was reported around 10:30 PM on Tuesday, February 3rd. One property suffered significant damage, with the…