Crime

Safe choices this Matariki weekend, police urge

As New Zealanders come together to celebrate Matariki, police are urging everyone travelling this long weekend to reflect on the choices they make behind...

Convictions overturned in infamous Maramarua murder case

Police say they acknowledge the Supreme Court’s recent decision acquitting two men over the 1987 aggravated robbery of the Red Fox Tavern and the...

Walking on Waikato Expressway risky, police warn

It may seem self-evident, but police are having to remind people yet again that walking along the Waikato Expressway is dangerous, police Inspector Andrew...

Ōrere Point death – force by police did not contribute, language inappropriate, IPCA rules

Force used by police to detain a man at Ōrere Point did not contribute to his death, the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) has...

Police seize drugs in Whitford traffic stop

A traffic stop has resulted in the seizure of drugs in Whitford early this morning. At approximately 1am, officers observed a white Audi linked to...

North Waikato shooting – man charged

A man is facing charges in court today related to a 'firearms incident' at the weekend. Police responded to a report that a person had...

Op-ed: enforcing dog control

As recently reported, more than 2500 dog attacks on people and animals were recorded from July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025, Auckland Council...

Pedestrian dead in north Waikato collision

A collision has left a pedestrian dead near Rangiriri early this morning. Police were called to Te Ohaki Road shortly after 1am. On arrival, one...

Domestic disagreement sparks chopper hunt

A 29-year-old man is facing drug and driving charges in the Papakura District Court today after an argument brought him to the attention of...

Police seeking man over Auckland firearms incident

Police are seeking sightings of Junior Simolo as part of an investigation into a firearms incident. A warrant to arrest has been issued for the...