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Sentencing Of Allan William Walton In Greymouth
Wednesday, 1 February 2023, 2:24 pm | New Zealand Police
Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Allan William Walton today in the Greymouth District Court for multiple historic sexual offences. The 88-year-old West Coast man has been sentenced to seven years and two months imprisonment for 18 serious ... More >>
Motorists Urged To Take Extra Care And Avoid Travel Where Possible
Wednesday, 1 February 2023, 9:12 am | New Zealand Police
Police are urging motorists to take extra care on the roads and avoid travel where possible as there is widespread flooding this morning following the heavy rain - particularly in Auckland City and the surrounding suburbs. In some areas of heavy ... More >>
Slip, State Highway 2, Karangahake Gorge - Waikato
Wednesday, 1 February 2023, 12:47 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists intending to use State Highway 2 through the Karangahake Gorge are urged to delay travel or expect lengthy detours. A slip has blocked both lanes through the gorge, near Crown Hill Road. Police were alerted about 4.30pm. Motorists are ... More >>
Police Seek Witnesses To Serious Crash, Whanganui
Tuesday, 31 January 2023, 2:57 pm | New Zealand Police
Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed a vehicle driving erratically in the area of Longacre Road, Okoia, Whanganui, around midday yesterday. A red 1997 Nissan Maxima, registration YX4987 was observed driving erratically and on the wrong ... More >>
Police Accept IPCA Findings Into New Plymouth Arrests
Tuesday, 31 January 2023, 10:10 am | New Zealand Police
Police accept the findings of an Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) report which found Police were justified in the use of a dog to detain two youths in New Plymouth in 2021. On 14 February 2021, Police arrested three youths after they were ... More >>
Four Arrests, Stolen Items Recovered In Point Chevalier Burglary
Tuesday, 31 January 2023, 9:57 am | New Zealand Police
Quick action from our Auckland City West Public Safety Teams has seen four people taken into custody in relation to a burglary in Point Chevalier on Tuesday morning. Around 4.30am, Police responded to reports of four people allegedly breaking into ... More >>
Crash - Kaipara Coast Highway - Waitematā
Tuesday, 31 January 2023, 7:25 am | New Zealand Police
Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to expect delays following a crash in Makarau this morning. Police responded to reports of the single-vehicle crash, on the Kaipara Coast Highway, around 5.50am. The crash is currently partially blocking ... More >>
Serious Crash, Timaru - Canterbury
Monday, 30 January 2023, 7:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Police received a report of a two-vehicle crash on Timaru-Temuka Highway at about 5.40pm. One person is in a critical condition. The road is currently closed. Diversions are in place on Arowhenua Road and Hopkinsons Road. Motorists are advised to avoid ... More >>
Burglars Caught In The Act During Auckland Flooding
Monday, 30 January 2023, 11:04 am | New Zealand Police
Police have arrested a 57-year-old man last night outside a vape store in Wairau Valley, North Shore Auckland after receiving a report of suspicious activity. About 8.30pm, a man and a woman were seen allegedly taking products from a vape store which ... More >>
SH 26 Closed North Of Te Aroha - Waikato
Monday, 30 January 2023, 7:08 am | New Zealand Police
SH26 has been closed 5km north of Te Aroha as the Waihou river has burst its banks. Police urge motorists to avoid travel in that area. Motorists are encouraged to visit the Waka Kotahi Journey Planner website – www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz – before ... More >>
Serious Crash, Arthurs Pass - Canterbury
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 6:55 pm | New Zealand Police
West Coast Road/ State Highway 73 is blocked following a serious motorcycle crash in Arthurs Pass. One person has been transported to Christchurch Hospital via Helicopter with serious injuries. Serious Crash Unit has been notified. The road is expected ... More >>
Missing West Coast Man Found Alive
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 3:17 pm | New Zealand Police
The man in his 60’s reported missing on 24 January 2023 has today been found alive. Martin O'Brien was reported missing after his family became concerned for his welfare when he did not return after stating he was going into the bush. Over the course ... More >>
Body located, Onewhero
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 2:30 pm | New Zealand Police
Police Search and Rescue personnel looking for the person swept away by floodwaters on Friday in Onewhero have today found the body of a man. More >>
Name release - Wairau Valley
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 2:27 pm | New Zealand Police
Police can now release the name of the man found in a culvert on Target Road, Wairau Valley, on Friday 27 January. More >>
Back to school - let’s keep everyone safe
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Police
It’s that time of the year where families are preparing their tamariki to head back to school over the next couple of weeks. More >>
Information sought after service stations targeted, Hamilton
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 2:19 pm | New Zealand Police
Waikato Police are asking for the public's help following two incidents this morning where service stations were targeted, reportedly by the same group of people. More >>
While our crews have been working tirelessly to clear floodi
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 2:17 pm | New Zealand Police
A person has died following a serious collision between a horse and a vehicle on SH2 at about 2.40am in Maramarua, Waikato. More >>
Police continue to respond to weather-related incidents
Sunday, 29 January 2023, 2:09 pm | New Zealand Police
NZ Police continue to support lead agencies across the North Island during severe weather conditions. More >>
Police Increasing Patrols In Flood-hit Areas
Saturday, 28 January 2023, 7:26 pm | New Zealand Police
Police will be carrying out extra patrols in flood-affected parts of Tāmaki Makaurau. With a number of people unable to return to their homes at present, Police are re-deploying available staff to help. They will be conducting reassurance patrols on streets and ... More >>
Slips, State Highway 2, Te Karaka - Eastern
Saturday, 28 January 2023, 6:38 pm | New Zealand Police
There are reports of slips on State Highway 2 at Te Karaka, completely blocking the highway. Motorists should expect long delays while contractors clear road, and anyone who needs to travel in the region is urged to take care. Motorists are encouraged ... More >>
