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Property Seized In Kawerau Linked To Operation Notus
Thursday, 28 May 2026, 12:02 pm | New Zealand Police
A 34-year-old man was taken into custody, pursuant to an arrest warrant, during the operation. He will appear in the Rotorua High Court later today for contempt of court. More >>
Name Release: Fatal Fire, Onehunga
Thursday, 28 May 2026, 10:11 am | New Zealand Police
Police can now confirm the name of the man who died following a house fire on Trafalgar Street, Onehunga on 22 May. He was Geoffrey Rollinson, 70, of Auckland. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. The investigation ... More >>
Community Collaboration Cracks Case Of Youths Targeting Vehicles
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 5:48 pm | New Zealand Police
Whanganui Senior Constable Jason Page says the result highlights the value of community vigilance and cooperation. More >>
Update 2: Further Arrests Following Dating App Assaults
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:54 pm | New Zealand Police
A 15-year-old male has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and a 17-year-old male has been charged with aggravated robbery causing grievous bodily harm. More >>
Name Release: Dunedin Homicide
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:27 pm | New Zealand Police
Police extend our deepest condolences to Douglas’s family and friends during this difficult time. More >>
Name Release: Fatal Crash, Tekapo
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:23 pm | New Zealand Police
Police extend our deepest condolences to Jeffrey’s family and friends during this difficult time. More >>
Northbound Lane Blocked, Ōhaupō Road/SH3, Ōhaupō - Waikato
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:02 pm | New Zealand Police
The northbound passing lane is currently blocked and diversions are inplace. More >>
Offenders Caught After Unlawful Hunting In Cromwell
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 2:51 pm | New Zealand Police
Following lines of enquiry, Police from Cromwell and Queenstown executed search warrants earlier this morning at addresses in Cromwell and Lake Hayes. More >>
First Charge For Stalking And Harassment
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 2:21 pm | New Zealand Police
A 39-year-old man is due to appear in Auckland District Court today charged with stalking and harassment. More >>
Online Portal Set Up For Tikipunga Stabbing
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 1:49 pm | New Zealand Police
Police were called to an address on Townsend Place at about 1.15am after reports a man had suffered a serious assault. More >>
Fatal Crash, Old Tai Tapu Road, Selwyn
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 11:32 am | New Zealand Police
About 6.30am, emergency services were alerted to a single-vehicle crash on a property on Old Tai Tapu Road. More >>
Low Battery, High Consequences
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 8:20 am | New Zealand Police
Auckland City West Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Guy Baldwin says the man forced entry into the store, which was occupied by one station attendant. More >>
Arrest Made Following Mount Wellington Incident
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 6:59 am | New Zealand Police
Police are following lines of enquiry in relation to yesterday's incident where a man suffered what appeared to be a serious gunshot wound in Mount Wellington, and was transported to hospital in a serious condition. More >>
Old Taupō Road, Closed Following Crash - Bay Of Plenty
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 7:39 pm | New Zealand Police
Old Taupō Road is currently closed between Wiltsdown and Matanuku Roads, due to a single vehicle crash. The crash was reported about 7.10pm this evening. A truck has rolled and this has resulted in a spill on the road. The road has been closed ... More >>
Fatal Crash: Pakuranga Road, Howick
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 7:17 pm | New Zealand Police
One person has died following a crash on Pakuranga Road, Howick this afternoon. Emergency services responded to the crash between a car and a motorbike at 2.25pm. Sadly, one person passed away at the scene. Another person suffered minor injuries ... More >>
Teen Arrested Following Stolen Vehicle Incident In Canterbury
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 4:56 pm | New Zealand Police
Police signalled to the vehicle to stop however it failed to do so. Police monitored the vehicle as it continued to travel. More >>
Serious Crash: Pakuranga Road, Howick - Counties Manukau
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 3:15 pm | New Zealand Police
Initial indications are there are serious injuries. Pakuranga Road is closed between Hutchinsons Road and Botany Road. Angelo Avenue is closed to Willoughby Avenue. More >>
Fatal Crash: Wellington Road, Wainuiomata
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Medical assistance was immediately provided to the person however sadly they passed away at the scene. More >>
Northland Police Issue Reminder: Seatbelts Save Lives
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector John Fagan, Northland’s Road Policing Manager, says two people lost their lives in crashes just hours apart. Investigations are ongoing into both crashes, however initial indications suggest the occupants weren’t wearing seatbelts. More >>
Police Seek Offenders Following Diesel Trailer Theft In Feilding
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 12:29 pm | New Zealand Police
Officers subsequently located the stolen utility vehicle in McCorkindale Street. And this morning, officers have located the stolen trailer alongside Kiwitea Stream, upstream from the location where it was stolen from. More >>
