Tag: new_zealand_police
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Missing Man in Thames Located
A man who was last seen around 7pm the previous night on Pollen Street, Thames, has been found, according to the New Zealand Police. Authorities have confirmed that they are "no longer seeking his whereabouts."
Law EnforcementSocial Issues ThamesNew Zealand PoliceMissing PersonPollen StreetSearch and RescueIncident Response
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Police Seek Public Help to Find Missing Man Last Seen in Thames
Police are appealing for information regarding missing person Ian, who was last seen at approximately 7pm last night on Pollen Street, Thames. There are concerns for his welfare. Ian was wearing a black jumper and a hi-viz over top, grey…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Missing PersonNew Zealand PoliceThamesPollen StreetTe AwamutuWelfareIan
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Fatal Crash on Bowicks Road, Cust
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Bowicks Road, Cust, earlier today. Emergency services responded to the incident at approximately 1:25 pm, where they found that a vehicle had rolled. Sadly, one person was pronounced dead at the…
DisastersLaw EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashBowicks RoadCustNew Zealand PoliceSerious Crash UnitAccidentDeath
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Name Released in Trentham Fatal House Fire
Police have released the name of the man who died in a house fire in Trentham, Upper Hutt, on Tuesday morning. He was 69-year-old John Louis. Police extend condolences to his family and friends. The cause of the fire is…
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Christchurch Police Renew Appeal to Find Missing 79-Year-Old With Dementia
Police in Christchurch are renewing their appeal for help in the search for 79-year-old Elisabeth “Lis” Nicholls, who has dementia and was last seen a week ago at the Chateau on the Park in Riccarton. Detective Sergeant Lucy Aldridge said…
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Police Update on Search for Missing Christchurch Woman
Police will hold a stand-up in central Christchurch at 2.30pm today concerning the search for missing Christchurch woman Elisabeth Nicholls. Detective Sergeant Lucy Aldridge will address the media. Interested media representatives are asked to RSVP to media@police.govt.nz for further details.…
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Auckland Police Use Chocolate to Aid Unconscious Diabetic Driver
Auckland police officers are being praised for their quick thinking and initiative after helping a diabetic man who was found unconscious in his car on Tuesday afternoon. Police were alerted to a man who appeared intoxicated entering a vehicle on…
HealthLaw EnforcementSocial Issues AucklandPoliceType One DiabetesMedical EmergencyGrant TetzlaffUnion StreetNew Zealand Police
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Police Appeal for Information on Missing Person in New Plymouth
New Plymouth Police are seeking information regarding missing person Jan, who was last seen around 11am yesterday walking north along State Highway 3, near the intersection of Thomason Road, between Egmont Village and New Plymouth. Jan was wearing long pants…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues New Plymouthmissing personState Highway 3Thomason RoadEgmont VillageJanNew Zealand Police
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Bay of Plenty Police Urge Motorcyclists to Wear Safety Gear
Police in the Bay of Plenty are urging motorcyclists to wear appropriate safety gear following recent crashes in the region. Inspector Nicky Cooney, Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Commander, said that police are seeing more instances where riders are not…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues Bay of Plentymotorcyclistssafety geartraffic accidentsprotective equipmentNew Zealand PoliceInspector Nicky Cooney
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Unattended Kayak Found on Lake Te Anau
Police are seeking information after an unattended kayak was discovered on Lake Te Anau late Tuesday afternoon, June 10. The red and white kayak was found floating upside down, accompanied by a paddle, a stainless-steel flask, and some fishing tackle…
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Fatal Crash in Northcote Claims One Life
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Northcote this evening. The incident occurred just after 4.30pm when a vehicle left Onewa Road and collided with a power pole on Seaview Avenue. Police confirmed that the sole occupant of…
DisastersLaw EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashNorthcoteSeaview AvenueOnewa RoadNew Zealand PoliceAccidentFatality
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Fake Police Scam Resurfaces in New Zealand
New Zealand Police are warning the public about a resurgence of scammers posing as police officers making cold calls. These scammers often spin elaborate tales to deceive unsuspecting individuals. Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin of Waitematā CIB advises extreme…
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Police Seek Information in Unexplained Death of Oliver Hayes in Newtown
Police have released the name of the man found dead in a Newtown apartment on Saturday as 40-year-old Oliver Hayes. They are appealing to the public for information to help understand the circumstances surrounding his death. Police extend their condolences…
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Three Arrested, Stolen Property Recovered in Nelson Burglaries
A 45-year-old man has been arrested and faces charges related to burglaries and thefts from vehicles in the Richmond and Stoke areas. Nelson police executed search warrants, recovering stolen property, two firearms, and class A and C drugs. A 33-year-old…
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Fatal House Fire in Upper Hutt
A house fire in Upper Hutt claimed one life overnight. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Tararua Street, between Ross Grove and Louis Street, around 2.25am, to find the house fully ablaze. One person was found deceased at the…
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Police Seek Witnesses to Whitford Crash
Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious crash that occurred yesterday morning on Whitford-Maraetai Road, near the intersection with Waikopua Road. The incident, involving a car and a truck, happened around 6.45am. The female driver of a small maroon…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues Whitford-Maraetai RoadWaikopua RoadCounties-Manukau Policecar crashDean BateyNew Zealand PoliceAccident
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Appeal for Information After Fatal Crash on Desert Road
Police are appealing for information regarding a fatal crash on the Desert Road/State Highway 1 on Saturday, June 7th. The incident, involving a yellow Suzuki Swift travelling southbound near Turangi, was reported to police just before 1:10pm. Authorities are urging…
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Invercargill Police Crackdown Results in Numerous Vehicle Infringements
Invercargill Police conducted an operation targeting antisocial road user behavior over Friday and Saturday nights, resulting in numerous infringements and vehicles being ordered off the road. The operation, which ran from June 6-7, involved stopping 161 vehicles, with 54 vehicles…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial Issues InvercargillPoliceRoad SafetyVehicle InspectionAntisocial BehaviorSenior Sergeant Scott MacKenzieSouthlandNew Zealand Police
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Truck Rollover Blocks State Highway 26/27 in Tatuanui
A truck has rolled over and is partially blocking the State Highway 26/27 roundabout in Tatuanui, Matamata-Piako District. The incident occurred at approximately 12.15pm on Monday, June 9th. Motorists are advised to avoid the area, use alternative routes, or delay…
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Police Investigate Unexplained Death in Newtown
Police are investigating an unexplained death in Newtown after being called to a property on Mansfield Street around 7.15pm on Saturday, June 7th. Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said that police are working to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.…
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Man's Name Released in Boyle River Water Incident
Police have named Phelan McDade, 25, from Napier, as the man who died in a water incident in the Boyle River on Thursday, June 5th. Police have expressed their condolences to McDade's family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries…
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Fourth Person Charged with Manslaughter in Loafers Lodge Fire
A fourth person has been charged with manslaughter in connection to the Loafers Lodge fire in 2023, according to Wellington Police. A 72-year-old Wellington man was arrested and is scheduled to appear in the Wellington District Court today. This follows…
Law EnforcementDisastersLegalSocial Issues Loafers LodgeWellingtonManslaughterArrestNew Zealand PoliceOlivia MearesDistrict Court
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Traffic Delays Expected Citybound From Greenlane After Vehicle Breakdown
A vehicle breakdown is causing delays for citybound motorists in Greenlane this morning. The incident, which occurred between Greenlane and Market Roads, was reported to Police at approximately 6:30 am. Motorists are advised to anticipate delays or find alternative routes…
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Fatal Crash in Poroporo Claims One Life
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Poroporo overnight. The incident occurred at approximately 10pm on Station Road, near Buller Road. Emergency services responded to the scene, where one person was found deceased. Three other individuals were transported…
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Desert Road to Reopen After Fatal Crash
The Desert Road is expected to reopen around 6:45 p.m. today, following a fatal crash. Emergency services and contractors have been working at the scene. Motorists are thanked for their patience. For updates on the road opening, check journeys.nzta.govt.nz/regions/bay-of-plenty.
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Fatal Crash Closes Desert Road
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway One (Desert Road). Police were called to the scene at approximately 1.10pm today. One person was found deceased at the location. The Serious Crash Unit is examining the site,…
TransportationDisastersLaw Enforcement Fatal CrashDesert RoadState Highway OneSerious Crash UnitAccidentTraffic IncidentNew Zealand Police
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Search Resumes for Missing 79-Year-Old Elisabeth in Christchurch
The search for 79-year-old Elisabeth, a missing woman, has resumed in Christchurch after being paused due to poor weather. Police Search and Rescue, along with Land Search and Rescue volunteers, are focusing on the Fendalton and Riccarton areas. Residents may…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Missing PersonSearch and RescueChristchurchFendaltonRiccartonNew Zealand PoliceElisabeth
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Police Continue Search for Missing Travis Langford
The search for 25-year-old Travis Langford continues nearly five months after his disappearance. He was last seen in January. His burnt-out vehicle was discovered on a Tolley Road farm in Ngaroma, and his dog was found nearby the next day.…
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Crash Blocks State Highway One, Desert Road
State Highway One, Desert Road, is currently blocked due to a two-vehicle crash that occurred this afternoon. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 1:10 PM. Early reports suggest that the crash has resulted in serious injuries. The…
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Crash Closes State Highway 10 at Waipapa
State Highway 10 is closed at the intersection with Waipapa West Road following a two-vehicle crash reported just before 7pm. Two people have sustained serious injuries. Diversions are in place via Waipapa Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area…
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