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Police Statement: IPCA Findings, Richmond
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 10:16 am | New Zealand Police
Tasman District Commander, Superintendent Tracey Thompson says Police agree with the findings that the officers acted lawfully throughout the vehicle stop and thereafter. More >>
Highbrook Death Will Be Referred To The Coroner
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 9:55 am | New Zealand Police
Police are currently unable to release further details surrounding the man, as formal identification procedures are yet to be completed. More >>
Man Charged With Murder After Death Of Woman In Parklands
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 8:47 am | New Zealand Police
Police are working to support the victim’s family and at this early stage we will not be releasing further details regarding the victim. More >>
Fatal Crash, Huntly
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 8:24 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists should continue to avoid the area. More >>
Take Extreme Care - Icy Roads
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 7:29 am | New Zealand Police
Please – slow down, watch your following distance, and use your headlights. We want everyone to get where they’re going safely this morning. More >>
Serious Crash, Petone
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 7:20 am | New Zealand Police
The road is closed westbound, with diversions in place. More >>
Fatality Following House Fire, New Plymouth
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 7:19 am | New Zealand Police
Police will conduct a scene examination along with Fire and Emergency New Zealand this morning. More >>
Serious Crash, Huntly
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 7:16 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists should avoid the area if possible. More >>
One Person In Custody Following Incident On Lamorna Road, Parklands
Thursday, 24 July 2025, 7:14 am | New Zealand Police
While Lamorna Road residents will see an ongoing police presence in the area overnight as we continue our enquiries, we want to reassure them there is no risk to the wider community. More >>
Man In Court After Use Of Counterfeit Cash
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 8:08 pm | New Zealand Police
This is a great outcome for the many retailers across Wellington have suffered because of counterfeit cash. It is also a great result to remove a firearm from circulation in our community. More >>
Rangiora Police Appeal For Witnesses To Indecent Assault
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 8:05 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are aware there are likely people who witnessed this incident and left the area prior to police arrival. More >>
Two Arrested Following Search Warrant In Te Kauwhata
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 6:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Members of the public are urged to remove any valuables from their vehicles that may attract thieves and ensure their vehicle is locked, and parked in off-street parking or in a well-lit area. More >>
Young Thieves’ Plans Go Up In Smoke
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 1:57 pm | New Zealand Police
Around 6.50am on 22 July the alleged offenders arrived at a convenience store on Main Road, in two stolen vehicles. More >>
Canterbury Car Break-Ins Stopped
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Police
On the evening of Monday 21 July, the man stole a vehicle from Hornby, and later crashed it in West Melton just after midnight. Over the next few hours, he attempted to break into more vehicles and steal from several properties. More >>
Appeal For Information Following Incidents In Queenstown
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 12:53 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are making enquiries to identify and locate those responsible. Police would like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage in the Omeara Street area. More >>
Significant Charges Follow Routine Traffic Stop In Tauranga
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 12:23 pm | New Zealand Police
Police located two firearms (one an imitation firearm), 10 rounds of ammunition, a bong, cannabis, and methamphetamine. More >>
Truck Rolls: Far North Road, Waiharara
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 10:16 am | New Zealand Police
There are no diversions available, Police are asking motorists to avoid the area or delay travel if possible More >>
Road Closed, Puketapu
Wednesday, 23 July 2025, 9:39 am | New Zealand Police
There were no injuries, but the road is currently closed while a crane is removing the truck. More >>
Highbrook Incident: Police Issue Update On Earlier Event
Tuesday, 22 July 2025, 5:25 pm | New Zealand Police
The area was immediately cordoned off, including the closure of SH1 between Princes Street and Highbrook Drive. More >>
Name Release: Boating Fatality, Lake Manapouri
Tuesday, 22 July 2025, 5:10 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are continuing to make enquiries into the circumstances of the death, on behalf of the Coroner. More >>
