Tag: law_enforcement
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Old Coach Road Closed After Two-Vehicle Crash
Old Coach Road in Gore is currently closed following a two-vehicle collision that occurred around 6am this morning. The crash, which involved a car and a truck with a trailer, prompted a response from emergency services. Police are on the…
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State Highway 1 Flooded in Taupō
State Highway 1 is currently experiencing significant flooding in the Oruanui, Taupō area. Police began receiving reports of the flooding around 6:30 pm. Thankfully, no one has been reported to be injured. Police are advising the public to stay sheltered…
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Flooding and Slips Block Major Waikato Highways
State Highway 31 and State Highway 39 in the Otorohanga District are currently blocked due to significant flooding and slips. Police were alerted to the slips around 5:30 PM. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. The public is advised to…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Wanted Man
Police are appealing to the public for information regarding the whereabouts of Regan Alan Brown, a 29-year-old man wanted for assault with intent to injure. Brown is believed to be actively avoiding police and is known to frequent various areas…
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Police Urge Outdoor Enthusiasts to Prioritize Safety After Recent Incidents
Southern Police Search and Rescue are reminding the public to be well-prepared for outdoor activities following a series of rescue operations since the start of the year. Inspector Matthew Scoles, Southern District's Operations Manager, highlighted the unpredictable nature of New…
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Police Name Victim in Fatal Anaura Bay Crash
Police have named the person who died in a single-vehicle crash on Anaura Road, Gisborne, on February 1. The victim has been identified as Harry Papuni, 24, from Anaura Bay. Police extended their thoughts to Mr. Papuni's loved ones during…
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Police Arrest Three Youths in Connection with Aggravated Robberies
Police have arrested three youths following a significant operation in Pukekohe that disrupted a series of aggravated robberies. The operation, which commenced on Thursday afternoon, saw a substantial police presence flood the township, resulting in the apprehension of three individuals…
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Dangerous Driver Arrested with Children in Car
A 40-year-old man is set to appear in Auckland District Court on February 19, facing charges of failing to stop and ill-treatment or neglect of a child. The arrest followed a pursuit that began around 12:20 AM when police observed…
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One Dead, Three Injured in Hurunui Crash
Police have confirmed that one person has died following a crash in Hurunui this morning. The single-vehicle incident occurred on Karaka Road / State Highway 7 and was reported around 6:40 am. Despite the efforts of emergency services, one person…
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Woodhill Intersection Reopens After Crash
Police have confirmed that all lanes have reopened following an earlier crash at the intersection of Western Hills Drive and Maunu Road in Woodhill, Northland. The incident caused temporary lane closures, impacting traffic flow in the area. Authorities have thanked…
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School Bus Catches Fire Near Leigh, Children Safely Rescued
Emergency services responded to a school bus fire on Pakiri Road near Leigh this morning, with the incident reported just before 8:30 am. The bus sustained extensive damage from the fire. "Four children were onboard at the time of the…
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Police Seek Information on Historical Offending by Father Rowan Donoghue
Police are appealing for anyone with information on offending by Father Rowan Donoghue to come forward. This follows the lifting of all suppressions for Father Donoghue on January 28, 2026. Father Donoghue pleaded guilty in Christchurch District Court on November…
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Dirt Bike Rider Arrested in Ōtara with Drugs and Cash
A dirt bike rider in Ōtara has been arrested and had his vehicle confiscated after allegedly engaging in dangerous driving and being found with illicit substances. The incident occurred on Sunday when police observed the rider weaving through traffic on…
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Serious Crash Causes Delays in Whangārei
Motorists in Whangārei are being warned of significant delays after a serious crash occurred this morning. The incident happened at the intersection of Western Hills Drive and Maunu Road, with Police being notified just after 7:30 am. Early reports indicate…
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 7 in Canterbury
State Highway 7 in Waikari, Canterbury, is currently blocked following a single-vehicle crash. The incident occurred between McRaes and Mt Alexander Roads. Emergency services were alerted to the crash around 6:40 am. Initial reports indicate that there have been serious…
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Man Sentenced to Over 16 Years for Slavery and Assault
Moeaia Tuai, 63, has been sentenced to 16 years and four months in prison, with a non-parole period of eight years, for numerous charges including slavery, rape, and indecent assault. The sentencing took place in the Auckland High Court. The…
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Burglar Caught After Victim Spots Stolen Tools on Facebook Marketplace
A quick-thinking member of the public led Police to a burglar after spotting their own stolen tools on Facebook Marketplace. The victim arranged to meet the seller and identified the tools by their engraving. As they left, the victim took…
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Vehicle Found in Mahurangi River After Fatal Incident
Police have located a vehicle that was missing since a man was washed away in the Mahurangi River on January 21, 2026. Tekanimaeu Arobati, 47, was found in the river days later on January 24. Inspector Nina Pedersen of Waitematā…
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Man Arrested After Scooter Robbery in East Auckland
A 49-year-old man is set to appear in Auckland District Court today on a robbery charge following an incident in Point England, East Auckland, yesterday afternoon. Police were called to Point England Road shortly after 4pm after reports of an…
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Christchurch Man Faces Court Over Vehicle Theft and Robbery Charges
A 28-year-old man from Christchurch is due to appear in the Christchurch District Court today on charges related to vehicle theft and robbery. The incident began around 9:35 pm on Wednesday, February 11, when police were called to Queen Elizabeth…
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Media Invited to Pōwhiri for New Bay of Plenty District Commander
New Zealand Police is inviting media representatives to attend a pōwhiri (a Māori welcoming ceremony) for the newly appointed Bay of Plenty District Commander, Superintendent Will Loughrin. The ceremony will take place on Monday, February 16, at 10 am at…
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Arrest Made in Christchurch Serious Assault
Police investigating a serious assault at a residential property on Fitzgerald Avenue in Christchurch have made an arrest. A 40-year-old man is charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and will appear in the Christchurch District Court…
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Police Seek Information on Rānui House Fire
Waitematā Police are seeking information regarding a house fire that occurred in Rānui in the early hours of this morning. Emergency services responded to Vino Cina Heights shortly after midnight to find the roof of the property fully alight. A…
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Woman Arrested in Elaborate 18-Year Romance Scam
Dunedin and Auckland Police have arrested a 44-year-old woman in connection with an alleged romance scam spanning nearly two decades, which resulted in a Dunedin man losing over half a million dollars. The arrest followed a search warrant executed by…
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Police Seek Footage After Hastings Stabbing
Hastings Police are seeking information as they investigate a serious stabbing that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, February 7. At around 3:25 am, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at an address in the Karamu Road…
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Teenager Arrested After Reckless Electric Bike Ride and Robbery
A 15-year-old is facing multiple charges after a reckless electric bike ride culminated in his arrest on the North Shore. The incident began Tuesday evening around 7:41 pm when police responded to an aggravated robbery on Coliseum Drive, Albany. According…
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One Dead Following Early Morning Fatal Crash in Wellington
One person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, Ngauranga Interchange, Wellington, on Sunday 8 February. Emergency services were called to the scene around 2am. The victim succumbed to their injuries. Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances…
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One Dead in Trentham Vehicle-Cyclist Collision
One person has died following a crash in Trentham this afternoon. The collision, which involved a vehicle and a cyclist, was reported to emergency services around 4pm. The intersection of Messines Avenue and Seddul Bahr Road remains closed while the…
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One Dead, Two Critical After Wairoa Two-Vehicle Crash
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Wairoa this afternoon, with two other people in critical condition. Emergency services were alerted to the collision around 3pm. The intersection of Black Street and Archilles Street, also State Highway 2,…
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Police Arrest Five Youths in Auckland Vehicle Crime Crackdown
Police have apprehended a group of young individuals suspected of being involved in a series of vehicle crimes across Auckland. Early this morning, frontline units were deployed across the North Shore and west Auckland following reports of suspicious activity. The…