Crime

Protecting against theft

By Counties Manukau South Police Police are urging developers, builders, and business owners to take extra precautions around commercial and new build sites, as metal...

Drunk taxi driver six times over limit

Police say they’re deeply concerned after an Auckland taxi driver was found driving allegedly six times the legal breath alcohol limit. The driver was...

Eagle thwarts Bombay-bound driver

Police rounded up a group of young people in stolen vehicles across parts of Auckland earlier this morning. Police received reports two suspected stolen vehicles...

Five eyes for Waiuku route

The focus will be on Franklin motorists as the country’s newest average speed safety cameras begin issuing fines. The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) expects...

Police rescue driver from submerged vehicle

Three officers had merely minutes to prevent a tragedy on Monday afternoon, police say. The trio of the Auckland Police Maritime Unit sprang into action...

Arrest made after death in city

A man has been arrested following a death in the city last night Tuesday, Auckland Police say. Emergency services were called to Wellesley Street East...

SH20 – crash stops traffic

Emergency services have been at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on SH20, Māngere. Police were called to the crash between a car and a...

Motorbike thief slides into police vehicle and handcuffs

Police say their eyes in the sky nabbed a stolen motorbike while in the process of searching for another in Auckland last night Monday. The...

Police want to apprehend Daniel Rawiri

Counties Manukau Police say they’re seeking Papakura's Daniel Rawiri, who is avoiding authorities. The 29-year-old has failed to return to prison after being granted compassionate...

Police warn of fraudulent bank card scam

Counties Manukau Police are urging residents to remain vigilant following reports of scammers targeting trusting people. Detective senior sergeant Simon Taylor, of Counties Manukau Police...