New Zealand Police - Latest News [Page 28]
Search Under Way For Karori Man
Monday, 20 April 2026, 1:40 pm | New Zealand Police
A search and rescue operation has been launched in Karori this morning, after a man was reported as unaccounted for following the severe weather. More >>
Arrests Made Following Aggravated Robbery, Frankton
Monday, 20 April 2026, 12:18 pm | New Zealand Police
Police continue to make enquiries to locate the remaining offenders and anyone with information on the incident or who was involved, is urged to come forward. More >>
Smile Burglars, You’re On Camera
Monday, 20 April 2026, 12:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Inspector Salter says the man was taken into custody and enquiries are continuing. More >>
Update: Hastings Homicide Investigation
Monday, 20 April 2026, 9:46 am | New Zealand Police
One person was located deceased and two people subsequently passed away after being transported to hospital. More >>
Wellington Roads Affected By Heavy Rain Overnight - Wellington
Monday, 20 April 2026, 7:13 am | New Zealand Police
There is flooding in Adelaide Road and around the Basin Reserve, and the Mt Victoria tunnel is currently closed. More >>
Road Closed, SH35, Whangara - Eastern
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 7:12 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 35 is closed following a serious crash this evening in Whangara. Emergency services were called to a two vehicle crash at the intersection of SH35 and Glenroy Road at around 6.05pm. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. The ... More >>
Police Urge Caution On Roads In Wet Weather, Waikato - Waikato
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 5:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists in Waikato are advised to take care on the roads with heavy rainfall and multiple road closures. Police are urging motorists to delay travel – where this is not possible, make sure to drive to the conditions, slow down and avoid entering ... More >>
Homicide Investigation Launched After Three Deaths, Hastings
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Police
A homicide investigation has been launched, and a scene examination will take place at the property today. More >>
Fatal House Fire, Napier
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 3:43 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has been located deceased following a house fire in Napier. Emergency services were called to Main North Road, Bay View, around 5am today. Enquiries into the circumstances of the fire are ongoing, and the formal identification process ... More >>
Overdue Kayakers Rescued After Stanmore Bay Trip
Saturday, 18 April 2026, 4:56 pm | New Zealand Police
Police encourage anyone heading out on the water to check the forecast, plan conservatively and ensure they have appropriate safety equipment before setting out. More >>
Dirt Bike Ride All The Way To Court
Saturday, 18 April 2026, 4:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Anyone who sees who sees dangerous motorcycle riding is asked to contact Police immediately on 111 if it poses an immediate risk. More >>
Information Sought Following Burglary, Glen Innes
Saturday, 18 April 2026, 3:26 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male involved in a burglary at Glen Innes home early on Friday morning. An investigation is underway after occupants awoke to an unknown male inside their home on Chiltern Crescent at ... More >>
No Quick Fix For West Coast Slip Closure
Saturday, 18 April 2026, 3:25 pm | New Zealand Police
Road users are urged to drive with extra caution where there are slips or floodwaters on the road. An update will be provided as the status of SH67/Birchfield Road changes. More >>
Fatality Following House Fire, Rangataua
Saturday, 18 April 2026, 3:24 pm | New Zealand Police
Residents in the Rangataua area may notice an increased police presence in the community as we continue to make enquiries into the circumstances of these two incidents, to establish exactly what has occurred. More >>
Road Reopened SH1 Pōkeno Southbound Lanes - Counties Manukau
Friday, 17 April 2026, 7:13 pm | New Zealand Police
State Highway 1 southbound, Pōkeno is now open following an earlier crash. Police thank motorists for their patience as they worked at the scene. Further delays can be expected as congestion clears. More >>
Police Impersonator Scammers Targeting Members Of The Western Bay Of Plenty Community
Friday, 17 April 2026, 5:00 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Sergeant Gea Grilli is urging members of the Western Bay of Plenty community to be alert to the scam. More >>
SH1 Pokeno Southbound Lanes Remain Closed - Counties Manukau
Friday, 17 April 2026, 4:50 pm | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid unnecessary travel or seek an alternative route. More >>
Road Open, Tennyson Street, Napier - Eastern
Friday, 17 April 2026, 4:41 pm | New Zealand Police
Police thank everyone for their patience while we worked at the scene. More >>
Fishing For Trouble
Friday, 17 April 2026, 3:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Vaughn Graham says CCTV footage had been obtained showing a man visiting the reserve on three separate occasions within the last week. More >>
Don't Get Scammed By Unsolicited Gardeners
Friday, 17 April 2026, 3:13 pm | New Zealand Police
Wairarapa Area Commander Inspector Nick Thom says it’s a semi-regular problem, and generally people don’t realise what they’re going to pay until after the work’s done. More >>