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Road Closed - Ohautira Road, Raglan - Waikato
Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 7:25 pm | New Zealand Police
Ohautira Road, Raglan is still currently closed while Police conduct a scene examination after launching a homicide investigation today. Motorists are advised to avoid the area or take an alternative route. More >>
Have You Seen Gary?
Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 6:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are appealing for sightings of 45-year-old Gary Ingram who has been reported missing. Gary was last seen near Horowhenua College, Levin, at about 8.40am today. But could be in the Muriwai or Turangi area. He is likely wearing cargo shorts, a ... More >>
Six In The Mix Proves An Easy Fix For Police
Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 4:56 pm | New Zealand Police
Police have arrested half a dozen people after being alerted to a stolen vehicle travelling through Highbrook in the early hours. At around 3.25am, Police became aware of the stolen vehicle driving along Great South Road. Acting Inspector Steve ... More >>
Three Men Arrested And Charged Following Violent Assault, Taita
Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 4:56 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard: Hutt Valley Police have arrested and charged three people in relation to a violent assault at a property in High Street, Taita last week. Police responded to a report of the assault at around 5.20pm on 26 February. ... More >>
Homicide investigation underway in Raglan
Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 2:30 pm | New Zealand Police
Acting Detective Inspector Andrew Saunders: A homicide investigation has been launched after Police responded to a report that a person had been located deceased on Ohautira Road, Raglan this morning. The area remains cordoned while a scene examination is ... More >>
Police acknowledge IPCA report into unlawful arrest
Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 10:17 am | New Zealand Police
Waikato District Commander Superintendent Bruce Bird: Police acknowledge the report by the Independent Police Conduct Authority which found that officers in Hamilton acted unlawfully while arresting a man in a carpark in June 2022. We acknowledge ... More >>
Have You Seen Jemma?
Monday, 4 March 2024, 6:45 pm | New Zealand Police
Jemma was last seen today leaving her home in Tapu,Thames, at around 1.15pm. Jemma is bare foot and wearing a faded orange hoodie, blue inside out Pyjama pants with little white stars. Police and Jemma’s family are concerned for her well being. ... More >>
Police Make Second Arrest In Mangamuka Homicide Investigation
Monday, 4 March 2024, 5:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Police have arrested a second person in relation to the death of a man in Mangamuka on Sunday night. Detective Inspector Al Symonds, Northland CIB, says a 39-year-old female has been taken into custody this afternoon. “The woman has been charged ... More >>
Homicide Investigation Launched In Mangamuka, Man Arrested
Monday, 4 March 2024, 3:56 pm | New Zealand Police
A homicide investigation is underway and Police have arrested a person following the death of a man in the Far North last night. Emergency services were called to a property in Iwitaua Road, Mangamuka at around 9pm following reports of a person ... More >>
Police lay charges after vandalism in Wellington
Monday, 4 March 2024, 1:58 pm | New Zealand Police
Police have arrested three people who now face approximately 150 charges between them, following incidents in early January where vehicles and bus stops were damaged in Wellington’s northern suburbs. Two men, aged 21 and 25, and a 19-year-old woman ... More >>
Rental scammers targeting Chinese people seeking housing
Monday, 4 March 2024, 1:56 pm | New Zealand Police
Police have received several reports of a rental property rental scam involving the Chinese community. The scammers are targeting China-based people who are seeking rental accommodation in New Zealand, and in particular the Auckland city area. Unfortunately, ... More >>
Update: Man charged over Mangamuka homicide
Monday, 4 March 2024, 1:47 pm | New Zealand Police
An investigation into the death of a man in Mangamuka on Sunday night is continuing today. Detective Inspector Al Symonds, Northland CIB, says scene guards remain in place at the Iwitaua Road property while a scene examination is being completed. ... More >>
Name Release, Fatality At Lake Benmore
Sunday, 3 March 2024, 1:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can now name a person located deceased at Lake Benmore on 19 February. He was Anthony Otworowski, 63, of Australia, who went missing while fishing at Lake Benmore on 18 February. A helicopter with night vision equipment was deployed that ... More >>
Update: Road Closure, Kennedy Road, Marewa - Eastern
Saturday, 2 March 2024, 9:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Kennedy Road has reopened following an earlier crash. Police can confirm one person is reported to have critical injuries. Police wish to thank motorists for their patience while the road was closed, and the scene was cleared. More >>
Man wanted by Wellington District Police arrested
Saturday, 2 March 2024, 9:50 pm | New Zealand Police
The 35-year-old man sought by Police in the Wellington area has been arrested. He has been remanded in custody to appear in the Hutt Valley District Court on Monday 4 March. More >>
Road Closed, Kennedy Road, Marewa, Napier - Eastern
Saturday, 2 March 2024, 5:04 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are responding to a two-vehicle crash on Kennedy Road, Marewa, Napier. The crash was reported around 2.20pm, and there are reports of injuries. Diversions have been put in place on Riverbend Road and Georges Drive. Kennedy Road is expected to ... More >>
Palmerston North Police Seeking Information Following Serious Assault
Saturday, 2 March 2024, 2:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross: Police investigating a serious assault on a taxi driver in Palmerston North are seeking help from the public. A 25-year-old man is due to appear in court next week in relation to the assault, which happed early this ... More >>
Warrant To Arrest: Have You Seen Bryce Studd-Proctor?
Saturday, 2 March 2024, 2:13 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Bryce Studd-Proctor, 35, who has a Warrant to Arrest and is wanted by Police. Studd-Proctor has close links to the Hutt Valley and is thought to be in the Wellington District. He is considered ... More >>
Police Continue To Investigate Waikaia Arson
Friday, 1 March 2024, 8:28 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Sergeant Brian McKinney, Gore Police: Police investigating the arson of a Waikaia property have identified one of the vehicles previously sought, along with further offending potentially linked. Prior to the arson of the property, it is believed ... More >>
Man Charged With Manslaughter In Relation To Fatal Crash, State Highway 6, Queenstown
Friday, 1 March 2024, 6:02 pm | New Zealand Police
A man previously charged in relation to a crash near Queenstown last year has had his charge upgraded. The crash on 16 December 2023 happened on Gibbston Valley Highway near the Crown Range turnoff. The 28-year-old man was initially charged in late January ... More >>
