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Fatal Crash, Te Koporu
Saturday, 28 February 2026, 2:26 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has died after a single-vehicle crash on Mahuta Gap, Te Kopuru, this morning. Emergency services were called to the scene about 7.15am. Sadly, one person was located deceased. The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene. The death will ... More >>
Attempted $74,500 Jewellery Theft Lands One In Auckland District Court
Saturday, 28 February 2026, 5:25 am | New Zealand Police
The 26-year-old is due to appear in Auckland District Court on 5 March, charged with demands to steal, possess offensive weapon, threatens to do grievous bodily harm, shoplifts over $1,000, and intentional damage. More >>
Two Men Charged After Antisocial Road Behaviour In Oaonui
Friday, 27 February 2026, 8:52 pm | New Zealand Police
The investigation remains ongoing, and Police are appealing for any information on the whereabouts of a silver or light-coloured Toyota Estima – or its driver – that was involved in Saturday night’s activities. More >>
Crash Blocking Remutaka Hill - Wellington
Friday, 27 February 2026, 3:46 pm | New Zealand Police
The road is currently blocked and motorists are advised to avoid delays. More >>
Operation Fairview – Arrests Made In Omahu Homicide
Friday, 27 February 2026, 2:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Inspector Martin James says to have made two significant arrests within the month is exceptional, and he hopes it reassures Sharlene’s family and the community. More >>
Arrest Following Assault, Ōpōtiki
Friday, 27 February 2026, 2:44 pm | New Zealand Police
The man, 34, is due to appear in the Whakatāne District Court today, charged with abduction, wounding with reckless disregard and assault with intent to commit sexual violation, indecent assault, and strangulation. More >>
14 New Charges Result From Manawatū Police Operation
Friday, 27 February 2026, 2:38 pm | New Zealand Police
Operation Maxim is taking place across Central District and is focused on locating people wanted for a range of offending, including retail crime and bail breaches. More >>
Appeal For Information Following Road-Rage Assault, Hamilton
Friday, 27 February 2026, 1:51 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called around 9am with a report that a person had been assaulted at the intersection of Massey Street and Korimako Street, before the offenders had fled in a vehicle. More >>
Road Blocked, Willis Street, Wellington
Friday, 27 February 2026, 11:18 am | New Zealand Police
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible, and expect delays. More >>
Cannons Creek Assault, Arrest Made
Friday, 27 February 2026, 11:16 am | New Zealand Police
Police would like to reassure the public that they are not seeking anyone else in relation to the incident. More >>
Update – Death Following Northcote Assault
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 8:50 pm | New Zealand Police
The three men, aged 19, 31 and 40, have been remanded in custody and are next due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 17 March. More >>
Man Arrested In Dunedin Overnight Due In Court Tomorrow
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 7:12 pm | New Zealand Police
An investigation in the events of Thursday evening remains ongoing. More >>
One Before The Courts Following Aggravated Robbery, Ngāruawāhia
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 4:17 pm | New Zealand Police
Police, including a Dog Unit, were deployed to the boat however the alleged offender was not located during initial enquiries. More >>
Operation Safe Works, Canterbury
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 4:15 pm | New Zealand Police
Police will conduct high visibility operations to improve driver behaviour through educating drivers and taking enforcement action when required. More >>
Fatal Crash: Kamo Road, Whangārei
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 3:37 pm | New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to a crash involving a truck and a pedestrian at around 9.35am. Sadly, the pedestrian was struck by the truck and died at the scene. More >>
Police And Health Warn Of Dangers Of Nitrous Oxide
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 1:35 pm | New Zealand Police
Assistant Commissioner of Road Policing and District Support Tusha Penny says any substance that affects judgement, coordination, or consciousness can have deadly consequences when someone is behind the wheel. More >>
Patrol Catches Alleged Fraudster
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 11:50 am | New Zealand Police
The Auckland City Beat Team were assisting with mobile patrolling in the Mount Albert area this morning, when they came across a vehicle of interest. More >>
Police Acknowledge IPCA Findings On Care In Custody
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 11:43 am | New Zealand Police
The IPCA’s investigation found there were Police failings in the care of the man. More >>
Serious Crash: Kamo Road, Whangārei
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 10:43 am | New Zealand Police
Diversions are currently in place on Kamo Road between Mains Ave and Simons Street. More >>
Shooting Incident, Three Arrested, Te Kauwhata
Thursday, 26 February 2026, 10:25 am | New Zealand Police
Police continue to support those affected by the incident and reassure the community that there is no ongoing risk. More >>
