Tag: law_enforcement
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Third Person Dies Following Fatal SH1 Crash in Marlborough
Police have confirmed a third person has died following a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway One near Redwood Pass in Marlborough. Emergency services were called to the scene around 10:40 am on Sunday, February 22. Two individuals died at…
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Serious Crash in Te Anau Involves Car and Pedestrian
A serious crash has closed the road near the Town Centre in Te Anau, Southland, following an incident at approximately 8:45 AM today. Emergency services responded to a collision involving a car and a pedestrian. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries…
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Dunedin Man to Receive Police Award for Courage During Crowd Crush
Samson Aruwa is set to receive a Certificate of Appreciation from the Commissioner of Police for his courageous actions during a critical incident in Dunedin on the night of October 5, 2019. The award recognizes Aruwa's exceptional courage, calmness, and…
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Two-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays on North-Western Motorway
Lanes on the North-Western motorway, citybound, are closed due to a two-vehicle crash. Emergency services received reports of the crash about 8pm, and police are in attendance. Initial reports indicate there are minor injuries. Two lanes are now open, but…
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Serious Crash in Sumner Involves Car and Cyclist
Police are responding to a serious crash in Sumner, Canterbury, involving a car and a cyclist. Emergency services were alerted to the collision near the intersection of Sumnervale Drive and Evans Pass Road around 5:30pm. Initial reports indicate that serious…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Wanted Man
New Zealand Police are seeking the public’s assistance to locate John Joseph Paparoa, who is wanted in relation to dishonesty, assault, and firearm-related offending. The 52-year-old is believed to be actively avoiding arrest. Police are also concerned for his welfare.…
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State Highway 1 in Marlborough Reopens After Crash
State Highway 1, Redwood Pass, has reopened after a two-vehicle crash occurred this morning. Temporary speed limits have been implemented in the area. Police have expressed gratitude to motorists for their patience during the closure.
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Two Dead in State Highway 1 Crash in Marlborough
Two people have died following a serious two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Redwood Pass in Marlborough this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 10:40 am. Despite the efforts of first responders, two individuals were…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 1 in Marlborough
State Highway 1 in Marlborough is closed after a serious crash involving two vehicles near Redwood Pass this morning. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene around 10:40 am. Initial reports suggest that there have been serious injuries as a…
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One Dead in Hillsborough Crash
One person has died following a crash in Hillsborough last night. Police were called around 6:30 p.m. to the intersection of Frederick Street and Belfast Street, where a vehicle reportedly hit a parked car and flipped. Despite the efforts of…
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Crash Blocks Glenorchy-Queenstown Road
A crash involving a single motorbike has blocked the Glenorchy-Queenstown Road at Mount Creighton. The incident, reported around 2pm, has closed the road in both directions with no diversions available. Authorities are urging motorists to delay travel and avoid the…
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Missing Woman Found Safe in Glenfield
A 45-year-old woman who was reported missing from Glenfield on February 20 has been located. The New Zealand Police confirmed the woman's safe return and expressed gratitude to the public for their help. "We would like to thank those members…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Woman
Police are asking for the public's help in locating Katherine, a 45-year-old woman reported missing from Glenfield. Katherine was last heard from yesterday, and her lack of contact is considered out of character. She is known to frequent the Glenfield…
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Police Operation Uncovers Dark Web Drug Syndicate
A significant police operation, dubbed Operation Solana, has successfully dismantled a New Zealand-based drug syndicate that utilized the dark web for its operations. The nine-month investigation, led by the National Organised Crime Group, focused on the importation and country-wide distribution…
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Woman Charged in West Auckland Retirement Village Burglaries
A 60-year-old woman has been charged with multiple offenses in connection with a series of burglaries at a west Auckland retirement village. Police have laid five charges so far, including three counts of burglary and two counts of being unlawfully…
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Police release name of man who died in Port Chalmers crash
Police have released the name of the man who tragically died following a crash on Wickliffe Road, Port Chalmers, on Friday 30 January. The deceased has been identified as John Douglas Taylor, 44, from Milton. New Zealand Police extend their…
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Serious Crash Closes West Coast Road in Arthurs Pass
West Coast Road, also known as State Highway 73, in Arthurs Pass is currently blocked in both directions following a serious crash that occurred this afternoon. Police were alerted to the collision, which involved a motorcycle and a car, at…
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Police Alert Farmers in Clutha and Gore to Recent Burglaries
Southern District Police are investigating a series of burglaries that have occurred on farming properties in the Clutha and Gore districts. Offenders have specifically targeted fuel and equipment. Sergeant Tim Coudret of Southern District Police is appealing to the community…
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Man Charged with Murder in Wharepai Domain Homicide
Police have arrested and charged a man in relation to the death of Dax Holland, whose body was found at Wharepai Domain on Saturday, February 14. The 24-year-old has been charged with murder and is scheduled to appear in Tauranga…
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Police Name Victim in Fatal Dairy Flat Crash
Police have named the man who died following a fatal crash on Horseshoe Bush Road, Dairy Flat, on February 8. He was Thomas John Lycett, 21, of Stanmore Bay. Police extended their thoughts to his family and friends during this…
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Police name man who died in Buckland crash
Police can now name the man who died following a fatal crash on Logan Road, Buckland on February 9. He was Mark Richard Gerring, 67, of Pukekohe. Police extend their thoughts to his family and friends during this difficult time.…
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Police Name Victim in Fatal Taupaki Crash
Police have named the man who died following a fatal crash on Nelson Road, Taupaki on January 29. He was Keith Armour Southey, 63, of Waimauku. Police extended their thoughts to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries…
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New Zealand Police Expand Roadside Drug Testing After Initial Success
Roadside drug testing, implemented in Wellington in mid-December 2025, has been deemed a valuable road safety tool by New Zealand Police. Over 300 screening tests have been conducted, resulting in seven infringements issued as of February 18, 2026. Superintendent Steve…
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Crash Blocks Lane on State Highway 2 in Petone
One lane on State Highway 2, northbound, in Petone is currently blocked due to a crash this morning. Police responded to a single-vehicle incident where a truck collided with the median barrier at approximately 7:50 am. Fortunately, no injuries have…
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Three Arrested in Connection with Northcote Incident
Three men have been arrested in relation to a serious incident at a Hoani Street, Northcote property on Wednesday night that left four people injured. The men, aged 19, 31, and 40, have been charged with aggravated wounding and aggravated…
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Man Arrested in Hamilton for Tool Burglaries Valued Over $40,000
A man has been arrested in Hamilton following an investigation into a series of tool burglaries that have resulted in losses exceeding $40,000. The 36-year-old is facing three charges of burglary and is scheduled to appear in Hamilton District Court…
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Four Injured in Gang-Related Shooting in Northcote
Police are following strong lines of inquiry after four people were injured at a Hoani Street address in Northcote last night. Emergency services were called to the property around 9:30 p.m. following reports of an altercation between two parties. Two…
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Three Arrested in Dunedin Organised Crime Bust
Police have arrested and charged three people in Dunedin following an operation targeting organised crime. On Thursday, February 12, a search warrant was executed at a commercial address on Willis Street, where a stolen vehicle was recovered and three men…
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Home Invader Apprehended in Stolen Vehicle Near Te Awamutu
Waikato West Police have arrested a burglar who broke into a home and stole the victim’s car and belongings during the night. The incident occurred shortly before 11pm when the victim was woken by intruders searching the property. The burglars…
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Police Release Name in Wharepai Domain Homicide Investigation
Police investigating a homicide after a body was found in the Wharepai Domain on Saturday, February 14, have released the name of the deceased as 54-year-old Dax Rodney Holland. Officers were called to the scene around 2pm last Saturday, and…