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Police Win Long-Running Effort To Seize Drug Supplier’s Assets
Saturday, 13 December 2025, 3:02 pm | New Zealand Police
“Police will continue to target organised crime offenders through both criminal and civil court jurisdictions,” Detective Sergeant Macdonald says. More >>
Public Advisory: Marine Search And Rescue Training Exercise Off Port Taranaki
Saturday, 13 December 2025, 3:00 pm | New Zealand Police
This exercise is part of our ongoing commitment to public safety and ensures that emergency services are well-prepared for real-life incidents. More >>
Homicide Investigation Launched, Rotorua
Saturday, 13 December 2025, 2:59 pm | New Zealand Police
A forensic examination of the scene and vehicle will be carried out today. More >>
Commissioner Congratulates NZ Bravery Award Recipients 2025
Saturday, 13 December 2025, 2:05 pm | New Zealand Police
It is very encouraging to see their courage and selflessness recognised at a high level and I thank them for the service they have done for others, says Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. More >>
Drug Testing Starts In Wellington On Monday - Here's What You Need To Know
Friday, 12 December 2025, 7:51 pm | New Zealand Police
Similar to testing for alcohol levels, there are thresholds for each drug that are set to indicate the recent use of one or more drugs rather than historical use, passive exposure, or accidental ingestion which would be unlikely to cause impairment. More >>
Police Disappointed With Alcohol Sales To Minors, Auckland City
Friday, 12 December 2025, 4:39 pm | New Zealand Police
The Auckland City Alcohol Harm Prevention Unit and Auckland Council licensing inspectors carried out the operation over the last three weeks. More >>
Crash, Southern Motorway, Dunedin - Southern
Friday, 12 December 2025, 4:19 pm | New Zealand Police
The crash involves a logging truck and car. It was reported about 3.30pm, between Kaikorai Valley Rd turnoff and Caversham Valley Road on-ramp. More >>
Anonymous Tip Leads Police To Alleged Meth Supplier
Friday, 12 December 2025, 1:43 pm | New Zealand Police
Police are praising the public for taking a stand against the damaging drug, and a 34-year-old man is now facing charges of possessing methamphetamine for supply and obstructing Police. More >>
Serious Crash: Fitzherbert East Road, SH57 - Central
Friday, 12 December 2025, 1:28 pm | New Zealand Police
The road is closed, and motorists are asked to avoid the area. More >>
Police Increases Presence In Napier This Weekend
Friday, 12 December 2025, 12:43 pm | New Zealand Police
Inspector Lincoln Sycamore says that Police will be applying a firm line to breaches of the Gangs Act. More >>
Pair Arrested Following Kidnapping And Robbery
Friday, 12 December 2025, 10:36 am | New Zealand Police
A 32-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman will appear in Auckland District Court today both charged with assault with intent to injure, kidnapping and theft. More >>
Three Arrests Following Operation Targeting Supply Of Methamphetamine
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 6:37 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Inspector Keene says Operation Tukutuki had been in the works for six months and specialist teams had spent “hours upon hours” working to track the network of offenders funnelling meth into the community. More >>
Three People Before The Courts Following Copper Thefts, Waikato
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 2:16 pm | New Zealand Police
The investigation identified over 200 kilograms of copper had been allegedly on-sold in Auckland following these burglaries. More >>
Witnesses Sought Following Otangarei Aggravated Robbery
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 1:30 pm | New Zealand Police
Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer, Whangārei CIB, says Police are working hard to identify and locate those responsible and would like to hear from anyone who may have any information. More >>
Police Seek Truth On Serious Injuries To 3-Week-Old Baby
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 12:42 pm | New Zealand Police
On 2 December, Police were notified that a three-week-old baby had been brought into hospital by her family. More >>
St Johns Homicide: Police Make Further Arrests Over Easter Weekend Death
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 11:47 am | New Zealand Police
The Operation Aberfeldy team has been investigating the violent death of Kyle Whorrall at a bus stop on St Johns Road on 19 April 2025. More >>
North Shore Beat Team On A Roll
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 10:36 am | New Zealand Police
Retail crime has been a key focus, and the Beat Team has wasted no time holding offenders to account. More >>
Police Acknowledge IPCA's Findings Into Hawke's Bay Arrest
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 10:22 am | New Zealand Police
Police also acknowledge the IPCA’s findings that the initial use of force against the man was unjustified, given the entry was not lawful. More >>
Don’t Give Thieves An Easy Win – Lock It, Secure It, Prevent It
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 8:20 am | New Zealand Police
Inspector Farrant adds: “Keep Christmas shopping and presents out of sight of windows and don’t leave gifts visible in vehicles. If you’re expecting parcels and can’t be home, arrange delivery to a friend, family member, or a secure location. More >>
Hutt Valley Police Appeal For Information After Robbery
Wednesday, 10 December 2025, 5:16 pm | New Zealand Police
Police received a call just after midnight this morning reporting that a masked offender brandishing a firearm approached bar staff at Quinns Post bar on Ward Street and demanded cash. More >>
