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Police Acknowledge IPCA Report Into Arrest
Thursday, 3 March 2022, 10:35 am | New Zealand Police
Police acknowledges the findings of the IPCA into the arrest of a man in Wellington last year. On 27 February 2021 Police officers arrested a man for obstruction after he followed them down Courtenay Place while they were on their way to a large disorder. ... More >>
Quick Arrest Over Brazen North Shore Assault
Thursday, 3 March 2022, 9:20 am | New Zealand Police
Waitematā East Police have taken swift action and arrested a man following an attack on a member of the public on the North Shore earlier this week. On Tuesday night, at around 10.45pm, a man was assaulted and had his car taken outside the shops in ... More >>
Have You Seen Andrew Robinson?
Thursday, 3 March 2022, 8:53 am | New Zealand Police
<img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2203/5a6a18825b8fc93472df.jpeg" width="720" height="540"> Police are appealing for sightings of 35-year-old Andrew Robinson who was last seen in the Hillmorton area in Christchurch ... More >>
UPDATE 18 - Police Operation Underway
Thursday, 3 March 2022, 6:46 am | New Zealand Police
02 March The area around the Parliament precinct is generally quiet tonight with a small number of protesters located near the Victoria University Pipitea campus. Police will maintain a high level of visibility in and around the Parliament precinct ... More >>
UPDATE 17 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 6:47 pm | New Zealand Police
As the pre-planned operation in Wellington continues this evening, Police are tonight urging people to stay away from the central business district near the Railway Station, the Victoria University Pipitea campus, and northern end of Lambton Quay. More >>
UPDATE 15 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 5:55 pm | New Zealand Police
Fire and Emergency NZ responded to a number of small fires deliberately lit on Parliament grounds this afternoon. These fires have been contained. There were no reports of injury. These actions put both protesters and emergency service staff at significant ... More >>
Operation Weirton: Police And Customs Make New Zealand’s Largest Ever Seizure Of Methamphetamine At The Border
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 4:21 pm | New Zealand Police
An operation investigating the importation of methamphetamine into New Zealand has seen the largest ever interception of the illicit drug at our border. New Zealand Police, with the assistance of Customs, intercepted a shipment of 613 kilograms of ... More >>
UPDATE 14 – Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 4:13 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are this afternoon removing some of the makeshift infrastructure from the protest area around Parliament. Structures such as tents, gazebos and toilets have been removed by Police. The removal of these items will help restore freedom of movement ... More >>
UPDATE 13 – Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 3:44 pm | New Zealand Police
The next phase of the operation to restore access to the area in and around Parliament is now underway. Police will continue to provide updates as information becomes available. Police have now arrested 38 people since the operation began about 6am today. Charges ... More >>
UPDATE 12 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 2:52 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are continuing the operation to restore access to the area around Parliament grounds. People are advised to avoid the area. More >>
Statement From Police Commissioner On Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 1:32 pm | New Zealand Police
Commissioner of Police Andrew Coster: Police are today undertaking a major operation to clear the roads and restore order to the Wellington area affected by protest activity. The operation is the result of significant planning and the commitment of several ... More >>
Police Appeal For Information After Poisoning Death In Northland
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 10:55 am | New Zealand Police
Northland Police are appealing to the public for information following the suspicious death of a man in December last year. David Davan, aged 67, from Herekino died in Auckland Hospital on 9th December, 2021 after falling ill in November. His death ... More >>
UPDATE 11 - Police Operation Summary
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 10:41 am | New Zealand Police
A pre-planned operation to further restore access around the Parliamentary precinct has gained significant ground, with a number of vehicles and structures removed from the area this morning. A large number of Police staff from around the country and ... More >>
UPDATE 10 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 10:16 am | New Zealand Police
Around 60 people have now been arrested in relation to this morning’s operation at Parliament grounds. Police continue to tow vehicles that are parked illegally. We have commenced towing larger vehicles, including trucks, vans and campervans. ... More >>
UPDATE 9 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 9:50 am | New Zealand Police
Police have seen at least 10 children within the protest area in Wellington and have concerns for their wellbeing. Police want to reiterate this is not an appropriate place for children and we continue to urge those with young ones to pack up and go ... More >>
UPDATE 8 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 9:05 am | New Zealand Police
Police can confirm around 20 arrests have been made so far this morning as part of the pre-planned operation in central Wellington. Police have also begun towing vehicles. We are once again urging people inside the protest area to leave now. Our ... More >>
UPDATE 7 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 8:48 am | New Zealand Police
Police have gained significant ground this morning in the operation to restore lawful protest at Parliament grounds. We continue to urge those wishing to leave to let our staff know. We will work to facilitate their safe exit from the area. Protesters ... More >>
UPDATE 6 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 7:58 am | New Zealand Police
Police staff in and around the Wellington protest area have sighted protesters in possession of various weapons. These include homemade plywood shields and pitchforks. Protesters have also been pointing a laser at the Police helicopter. No arrests have ... More >>
UPDATE 5 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 7:30 am | New Zealand Police
The police operation to restore access to the area around Parliament is progressing as planned. Police are pleased to see a number of vehicles preparing to leave the protest area. More >>
UPDATE 4 - Police Operation Underway
Wednesday, 2 March 2022, 7:21 am | New Zealand Police
Police are urging people inside the Wellington protest area to leave now. Our staff are ready to assist those who wish to leave, including helping them get their vehicles out safely. More >>
