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Arrest Made in Pakuranga McDonald's Fire
A 12-year-old has been arrested and charged with arson following a suspicious fire at the McDonald's restaurant in Pakuranga last month. Counties Manukau Police have been investigating the incident, which occurred at the Pakuranga Road branch on May 5. Detective…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal PakurangafirearrestarsonCounties Manukau PoliceManukau Youth CourtDean BateyNew Zealand Police
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Fatal Truck Accident Claims Life on SH1, Kaikōura
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a truck on State Highway 1 at Peketā this morning. Emergency services responded to the incident, which occurred between Inland Kaikōura Road and Rakanui Road, at approximately 9:20 am. The pedestrian was…
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement Fatal CrashSH1KaikōuraPeketāSerious Crash UnitAccidentDeathNew Zealand Police
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Five Arrested After Car Thefts in Canterbury
Five individuals, aged between 13 and 23, were apprehended by Rangiora Police early Wednesday morning following a series of car thefts in Canterbury. The arrests occurred around 2am in Pegasus, north of Christchurch, after police tracked two stolen vehicles to…
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Man Charged with Murder of Jayde Gilbert in Hamilton
A 38-year-old man has been charged with the murder of 30-year-old Jayde Gilbert, who was struck by a vehicle on May 15 at the corner of Ohaupo Road and Kahikatea Drive. The man was arrested today and will appear in…
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Rotorua Hit-and-Run Leaves Woman Seriously Injured
A woman has been seriously injured in a hit-and-run incident in Rotorua. Police are seeking the driver of a red ute involved in the crash, which occurred at approximately 9pm near the intersection of Haupapa Street and Tuanekai Street. After…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation RotoruaHit-and-runPoliceTraffic CollisionPhilip WilkinsonHaupapa StreetNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 1 at Kaikōura
State Highway 1 is closed at Peketā, Kaikōura, due to a serious crash involving a truck and a pedestrian. Emergency services responded to the incident, which occurred around 9.20am between Inland Kaikōura Road and Rakanui Road. The Serious Crash Unit…
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Southern Police Warn of Black Ice and Snow on Southland Roads
Southern Police are urging motorists in Southland and Otago to exercise extreme caution due to hazardous road conditions. Black ice has already caused accidents, and snow is expected to worsen conditions later today. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported in…
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Body Located in Boyle River, Hurunui
A body has been found in the Boyle River, Hurunui, after a search was initiated earlier today. Police were alerted at approximately 3:15 pm after a helicopter involved in the search located the body. While formal identification is pending, authorities…
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Police Investigate Aggravated Robbery in Whangārei
Two men have appeared in the Whangārei District Court on charges of aggravated robbery and demands to steal after an incident in Tikipunga, Whangārei. Northland Police are appealing for public assistance following the robbery at Paramount Plaza yesterday. Detective Senior…
Law EnforcementLegalAustralasiaSocial Issues Aggravated RobberyWhangāreiNorthland PoliceParamount PlazaVehicle TheftArrestCrime/Legal EnforcementNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Public Assistance in Search for Missing Elderly Woman in Riccarton
Christchurch Police are appealing to the public for help in locating 79-year-old Elisabeth, who has been missing since approximately 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4th. Elisabeth was last seen on Bartlett Street in Riccarton. She was wearing blue pants, a…
Social IssuesLaw Enforcement ChristchurchRiccartonmissing personsearch and rescueSenior Sergeant Todd WebleyBartlett StreetNew Zealand Police
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Man Arrested for Alleged Facebook Marketplace Scams Totaling $150,000
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a series of alleged scams conducted through Facebook Marketplace, involving over $150,000 worth of goods. The arrest was made this morning by officers from the Waitematā West Tactical Crime Unit, supported…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegalMedia Facebook MarketplacescamsarrestfraudWaitematā West Tactical Crime UnitMasseyWaitākere District CourtNew Zealand Police
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St Johns Road Reopens Following Vehicle-Pedestrian Crash in Auckland
Auckland's St Johns Road has reopened after a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. The incident resulted in one person being hospitalized in serious condition. The New Zealand Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Emergency services responded to…
Law EnforcementTransportation AucklandSt Johns RoadNew Zealand PoliceHolly McKayVehicle AccidentPedestrian InjuryTraffic Incident
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Vulnerable Missing Woman in Christchurch
Police in Christchurch are asking for the public's help to find Elisabeth, a 79-year-old vulnerable missing person. Elisabeth was last seen on Bartlett Street, Riccarton, last night. There have also been unconfirmed reports of Elisabeth being seen in Moana Vale…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia Christchurchmissing personNew Zealand PoliceRiccartonMoana ValeBartlett StreetPublic Safety
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Family of Liam Hockings Calls for Accountability After Loafers Lodge Fire
The family of Liam Hockings, who died in the Loafers Lodge fire, has released a statement expressing their grief and calling for accountability. Hockings' family described him as "much loved – an intelligent, caring, and unforgettable character" whose loss has…
Social IssuesPolitics and GovernmentDisastersLaw Enforcement Liam HockingsLoafers LodgeNewtownNew Zealand PoliceFireAccountabilityGrief
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SH2 Matawai Road Closed Between Gisborne and Opotiki
State Highway 2, Matawai Road, between Gisborne and Opotiki is closed due to multiple slips. The closure affects the stretch from the intersection with Back Ormond Road, Gisborne, to Opotiki. Roading crews are assessing and clearing obstructions. Due to the…
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New Zealand Police Media Centre Announces Reduced Capacity for June 5, 2025
The Police Media Centre will operate at a reduced capacity on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Media Advisors will be available during the usual hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. to respond to urgent queries and significant events only. Other…
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Tokoroa Homicide: Victim Identified as Rapana Tahana-Heretini
Police have identified the man who died from serious injuries sustained in Tokoroa last week as 30-year-old Rapana (Raaps) Tukuru Tahana-Heretini, of Tokoroa. Authorities are seeking information from witnesses, including CCTV footage from Abercorn Place around 4:15 a.m. on Tuesday,…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues TokoroahomicideNew Zealand PoliceCrime StoppersRapana Tukuru Tahana-HeretiniAbercorn PlaceCCTV footage
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Queenstown Police Seek Victim and Witnesses of Unprovoked Assault
Queenstown Police are appealing for information regarding an unprovoked assault that occurred in late May. The incident took place around 2.40am on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at a taxi rank near Searle Lane and Camp Street. The victim, who was…
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Name Released in Timaru Fatal Crash
James Campbell McKenzie, 69, from Timaru, died in a crash on State Highway One, Timaru, on May 21. Police have released his name and extend condolences to his family and friends. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
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New Zealand Police Launch Auckland Recruitment Drive with Branded Buses
The New Zealand Police have launched a recruitment campaign in Auckland, featuring five double-decker buses wrapped in police livery. The campaign aims to attract 500 new officers. Commissioner Richard Chambers stated, "This campaign represents another positive step toward delivering our…
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Man Arrested After Shotgun, Cannabis Found During Traffic Stop
Auckland police arrested a 34-year-old man after discovering an unloaded military-style shotgun and cannabis in his vehicle during a traffic stop early this morning. At approximately 3:20 a.m., officers patrolling near Penrose Road stopped the vehicle and detected a strong…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues AucklandNew Zealand PolicefirearmcannabisarrestPenrose RoadcrimeNZ Police
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Teenager Charged After Damaging Kumeū Rugby Club Fields
A 19-year-old Hobsonville man is facing charges after allegedly tearing up the Kumeū Rugby Club fields early Saturday morning. Kumeū Police were alerted after locals discovered the damage. Sergeant Graham Bennett said the incident caused a "furore" in the community,…
Law EnforcementSportSocial Issues KumeūHobsonvilleWaitākere District CourtKumeū Rugby Clubintentional damageGraham BennettNew Zealand PoliceNZ Police
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State Highway 1 Reopens After Vehicle Fire
State Highway 1, Clarence, has reopened after a vehicle fire, according to police. Motorists should still expect delays as traffic clears in the area. The incident was reported by the Police Media Centre. Further details and images are available on…
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Crash Closes Taneatua Road in Whakatane
A single-vehicle crash has closed Taneatua Road near White Pine Bush Road in Whakatane, Bay of Plenty. Emergency services responded to the incident at approximately 2:20 p.m. today. One person has sustained critical injuries. Diversions are in place, and motorists…
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Greymouth Police Officer Receives King’s Birthday Honour
Senior Constable Terri Middleton has been awarded the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for Services to New Zealand Police and the community. Middleton, a School Community Officer in Greymouth, has served 34 years in the police…
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Fatality Following Tarawera Crash on SH 5
A person has died following a crash on State Highway 5, Tarawera, that occurred on May 28. Critically injured in the crash, the person was airlifted to hospital. They passed away in hospital on May 31. Police have extended their…
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New Zealand Police Recall Premature King's Birthday Honours Release
An earlier press release regarding King's Birthday Honours was issued in error, according to the New Zealand Police. The release was sent out before the embargo lift time. The New Zealand Police have apologised for the error and are asking…
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Greymouth Police Officer Receives King’s Birthday Honour
Senior Constable Terri Middleton from Greymouth has been awarded a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for her services to the New Zealand Police and her community. Commissioner Richard Chambers congratulated Terri Middleton on the award, recognising…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesEducation New Zealand PoliceKing’s Birthday HonoursTerri MiddletonGreymouthMNZMGloriavaleCommunity PolicingNZ Police
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Fatal Crash in Northland Claims One Life
One person died in a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1, near Waiomio, south of Kawakawa, Northland. Emergency services responded to the incident around midnight. "Sadly, one person died at the scene. Our thoughts are with their family at this…
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Ten Arrested, Seven Injured at Anti-Social Road User Event in Levin and Palmerston North
Ten people were arrested following an anti-social road user event in Levin and Palmerston North, resulting in injuries to five members of the public and two police officers. Inspector Ash Gurney reported that around 1,000 people gathered in Levin, engaging…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportation ArrestsLevinPalmerston NorthAnti-social behaviourRoad SafetyNew Zealand PoliceInspector Ash GurneyNZ Police