Tag: new_zealand_police
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Three Teenagers Charged After Manurewa Superette Robbery
Three teenagers have been charged after an aggravated robbery at a superette on Mahia Road in Manurewa this morning. The incident occurred around 7:15 am when three offenders entered the store. One of the offenders allegedly threatened a worker with…
Law Enforcement ManurewaSuperette RobberyAggravated RobberyTeenagers ChargedPolice ApprehensionHammer ThreatStolen VehicleNew Zealand Police
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Serious Crash Closes Leeston Road in Springston
Leeston Road in Springston, Selwyn, is currently closed following a serious crash that occurred this afternoon. Police were alerted to the incident, which involved a car and a pedestrian, around 3:30 PM. Initial reports indicate that the pedestrian has suffered…
Law EnforcementDisasters CrashSpringstonLeeston RoadPedestrianSerious InjuriesPoliceTraffic DiversionNew Zealand Police
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Missing Woman Found Safe in Manurewa
Police have confirmed that a 45-year-old woman who was reported missing from the Manurewa area has been located. Authorities stated that the woman is safe and well. The New Zealand Police extended their gratitude to members of the public who…
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Search Continues for Missing Invercargill Man
Southland Police are continuing their search for Invercargill man Kevin Belling, 62, who was reported missing on Sunday, January 18. Belling was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm on Friday, January 9, and has not been heard from for…
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Two Men Charged After Construction Site Burglary in Hobsonville
Two men have been charged following a burglary at a construction site in Hobsonville early this morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 AM when two individuals allegedly entered a work site on Hobsonville Road, using a vehicle to drive through…
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Four Charged in Connection with New Plymouth Burglary
Four individuals have been arrested and charged following an aggravated burglary that occurred in New Plymouth last week. The incident took place on Wednesday, January 28, around 3 a.m. at a commercial property on Devon Street East. Police responded promptly…
Law EnforcementDisasters New PlymouthBurglaryPoliceArrestYouth CourtWhanganuiTaurangaNew Zealand Police
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Family of Max Furse-Kee Releases Heartfelt Statement Following Tragic Loss
The family of Max Furse-Kee has released a poignant statement detailing the profound grief and shock following his sudden death on January 22. "On 22 January, our world changed forever. Our beloved Max was suddenly and unimaginably taken from us,"…
Law EnforcementDisastersSocial Issues Max Furse-KeeFamily StatementTragic LossNew Zealand PoliceMemorial ServiceGriefGratitude
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One Dead in Single Vehicle Crash on Nelson Road
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Nelson Road this afternoon. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 5:20 PM. Nelson Road is currently closed, with diversions in place for traffic. The Serious Crash Unit is attending…
Law EnforcementDisasters Fatal CrashNelson RoadTaupakiSerious Crash UnitRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceTraffic Incident
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Serious Crash Closes Nelson Road in Taupaki
Nelson Road, east of Taupaki, is currently closed following a serious single-vehicle crash that occurred around 5:20 PM. Emergency services responded to reports of the incident, which has resulted in serious injuries. Diversions are in place, and motorists are advised…
Law EnforcementDisasters TaupakiNelson RoadSerious CrashEmergency ServicesRoad ClosureWaitematāNew Zealand Police
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Mount Maunganui Recovery Operation Resumes After Safety Checks
The recovery operation at Mount Maunganui has resumed this afternoon, several hours after being suspended. Work restarted officially at 2pm after experts confirmed the area was safe to enter. Detective Inspector Lew Warner stated, “Following consultation with a number of…
DisastersLaw Enforcement Mount MaunganuiRecovery OperationLandslidePoliceSafety ChecksSearch and RescueCommunity SupportNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Motorist in Connection with Whangārei Assault
Whangārei CIB is seeking a motorist who gave a lift to the victim of an assault in Onerahi early this morning. The motorist is not being sought over the offending, but their information could help progress enquiries. "Sometime between 4am…
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Timothy Waka Maru Named as Victim in Fatal Dannevirke Crash
Police have named Timothy Waka Maru, 55, from Dannevirke, as the man who died following a fatal crash involving a cyclist. The incident occurred on State Highway 2 in Dannevirke on Friday, January 23. Police extended their thoughts to Mr.…
Law EnforcementTransportation Fatal CrashDannevirkeTimothy Waka MaruState Highway 2CyclistPoliceNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Information on Hutt Valley Bar Robberies
Hutt Valley Police are investigating a spate of commercial robberies and are seeking public assistance, with a specific focus on the clothing worn by the offenders. The latest incident occurred on Saturday, January 10, at approximately 1:30 am at a…
Law EnforcementDisasters Hutt ValleyRobberyPolice InvestigationNike ApparelFootwearCCTV FootageCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Homicide Investigation Launched in Burnham After Woman Found Deceased
A homicide investigation is underway in Burnham after a woman was found deceased at a property on Burnham School Road. Emergency services were called to the address around 3:05 AM following a report of disorder. Upon arrival, police discovered the…
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Teenager Dies in Rangitikei Workplace Incident
Police have released the name of a teenager who died in a workplace incident in the Rangitikei region. Keith Rupene Douglas Pokiha, 17, from Paeroa, died on Tuesday, January 13. The incident occurred on Taihape-Napier Road. Police stated that their…
Law EnforcementDisasters Workplace IncidentRangitikeiKeith PokihaPoliceFatalityAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Search Continues for Missing Man and Vehicle Near Warkworth
Search operations for a man missing since Wednesday are set to be scaled back for the day near the Mahurangi River. Approximately 30 personnel from multiple agencies participated in the search efforts on Friday afternoon. These included Police Search and…
Law EnforcementDisasters WarkworthMahurangi RiverPolice Search and RescueMissing PersonLand Search and RescueDroneWater RescueNew Zealand Police
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Find Missing Man
Police are asking for the public’s help in locating Kevin John Singh Belling, a 62-year-old man reported missing from the Invercargill area. Belling was last seen and spoken to on Friday, January 9, at his place of business in Motu…
Law Enforcement Missing PersonInvercargillPolice AppealWelfare ConcernNew Zealand PolicePublic Assistance
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State Highway 2 in Dannevirke Blocked After Early Morning Crash
State Highway 2, near the intersection with Aerodrome Road in Dannevirke, is blocked following a crash that occurred this morning. The incident was reported to Police at 5:15 AM. Information regarding injuries sustained in the crash is not yet available,…
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Police to Hold Media Stand-Up on Western Bay of Plenty Weather Incidents
A media stand-up concerning weather-related incidents in the Western Bay of Plenty is scheduled to take place in Mt Maunganui. The event will be held at 1pm outside the surf club, located at the corner of Marine Parade and Adams…
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Man Missing After Vehicle Washed Away Near Warkworth
An operation is underway after a man and his vehicle were reported missing near Warkworth. At 7:41 AM, police received information that a man had been washed away at a river crossing on Falls Road, near the intersection with Woodcocks…
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Man Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle in Auckland
Auckland Central Police arrested a 36-year-old man on Tuesday evening after he allegedly rammed a police vehicle with a stolen car. The incident began around 8:30 p.m. when police received information about a stolen Toyota Vitz being driven on Great…
Law EnforcementTransportation AucklandPoliceStolen VehicleRammingArrestReckless DrivingAssault with a WeaponNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Police Sees Record 100 Former Officers Return in 2025
New Zealand Police is celebrating a record-breaking year with 100 former officers rejoining in 2025, a significant increase from the previous record of 40 in 2023. Commissioner Richard Chambers expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I’m thrilled that we had 100 former…
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Police Seek Information on Fatal Tikitere Crash
Police are seeking public assistance following a fatal crash on State Highway 30 in Tikitere last week. The collision, involving two vehicles, occurred around 4:20 am on Thursday, January 15. Emergency services responded to find two people deceased at the…
Law EnforcementDisasters TikitereState Highway 30Fatal CrashPolice AppealCCTV FootageDashcam FootageRotoruaNew Zealand Police
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Police Launch Rescue Operation on State Highway 2
Police have commenced a rescue operation to assist members of the public stranded by landslips on State Highway 2 in the Waioeka Gorge, located between Ōpōtiki and Matawai. The operation is being conducted in collaboration with partner agencies. Inspector Nicky…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementDisasters Rescue OperationState Highway 2LandslipsŌpōtikiMatawaiWaioeka GorgePoliceNew Zealand Police
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Serious Incident in Onehunga: One Critical
Police are responding to a serious incident in Onehunga, Auckland, following reports of a person sustaining injuries consistent with a gunshot wound. The incident occurred shortly after 11 am at a property on Arthur Street. One person has been transported…
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Police Provide Update on Waitārere Beach Incident, Emphasize Ongoing Investigation
Police are continuing their investigation into a tragic incident at a Waitārere property this week, which resulted in one death and three critical injuries. Inspector Ross Grantham, Manawatū Area Commander, acknowledged public interest and comments from the deceased man's family,…
Law EnforcementDisasters Waitārere BeachPolice InvestigationTragic IncidentManawatūCritical InjuriesPost-mortemScene ExaminationNew Zealand Police
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State Highway 1 Partially Blocked in Ōamaru After Early Morning Crash
Ōamaru residents are advised of potential delays on State Highway 1 (Thames Highway) this morning following a crash involving a truck and trailer unit. The incident occurred around 3:10 am between Sandringham Street and College Street. While there are no…
Law EnforcementTransportation ŌamaruState Highway 1CrashTraffic DelaysRoad ClosureNew Zealand PoliceTransport
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Man Charged After Alleged Bus Driver Assault in Mt Eden
Police have arrested and charged a man following an alleged assault on a bus driver in Mt Eden on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred around 6pm on the 27H bus on Mt Eden Road. According to Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Mt EdenBus AssaultAuckland District CourtAssault with a weaponEndangering transportNew Zealand PolicePublic Transport
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Police Seek Information on Three Men After Serious Assault in Churton Park
Wellington Police are seeking the public's help to identify three men they believe can assist with an investigation into a serious assault that occurred in Churton Park on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The incident took place at an invitation-only gathering…
Law EnforcementMedia Wellington PoliceChurton ParkSerious AssaultPublic AppealAssault InvestigationCrime StoppersYouth ViolenceNew Zealand Police
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Stuart Street in Dunedin Blocked Due to Structure Fire
Stuart Street in Kaikorai, Dunedin, is currently blocked due to a structure fire that occurred this afternoon. Police were called to assist Fire and Emergency New Zealand at approximately 3:40 p.m. Road closures are in effect on Stuart Street, spanning…
Law EnforcementDisasters DunedinStructure FireRoad ClosureStuart StreetKaikoraiEmergency ServicesTraffic DelaysNew Zealand Police