Crime

Man gets prison sentence after illegal street racing death

Is a life really worth it? It’s a question Counties Manukau Police say they’re putting to antisocial road users after an Auckland man’s sentencing...

BREAKING – Dead baby found in wheelie bin in Auckland

Police say they’re continuing the investigation launched following the discovery of human remains in the Auckland suburb of Freemans Bay overnight. Further information is being...

New criminal offences for “coward punches”

The Government is introducing specific coward punch offences to ensure perpetrators receive tougher sentences, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “A ‘coward punch’ gets its name...

Man charged with wounding over Auckland homicide

Police have charged a man in relation to a homicide in south Auckland on Sunday night. Emergency services were called to property in Beatty Street,...

Woman dies after Karaka crash

A woman has died in hospital after a crash in Karaka last Thursday. Emergency services were called to SH22 about 1.15pm on June 26 after...

Costly night for Papakura driver

It was pricey night for one dangerous driver who dented his pride and joy and landed himself in court. Police in Papakura saw a vehicle...

Homicide investigation begins

A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man last night, Counties Manukau Police say. Emergency services were called to a Beatty...

One dead, several injured in Auckland police incident

One person has died and another is in a critical condition following an incident in South Auckland overnight. Counties Manukau Police District Commander, Superintendent Shanan...

Road reopens following serious Karaka crash

Delays remain on State Highway 22 between Drury and Pukekohe following a serious two-vehicle crash near Karaka this afternoon. Police said one person is in...

Police: Dogged determination gets results

Police say man’s best friend, a trusty dog owner and some speedy work by officers potentially prevented car thefts early this Thursday morning. A Greenlane...