Crime

Four face court over dishonesty offending

Cambridge Police, with the help of their Bay of Plenty colleagues, have apprehended four alleged prolific dishonesty offenders. Two of the alleged offenders,... Read More

Meth lab allegedly found in dense Tauranga bush

A meth lab tucked away in dense bush, covered in camouflage netting, and containing a key piece of equipment so large it was removed by helicopter. Around... Read More

Alleged shoplifter’s plans fail to take flight

Auckland Airport Police firmly have their boots on the ground, disrupting retail offending across the wider airport precinct. Late last week, constables stopped... Read More

Big spike in serious repeat young offenders

The latest youth justice statistics show a 26 per cent spike last year in the number of serious young offenders who continue to offend, with the Covid-19 pandemic... Read More

Drink-driver: BOP crash took a ‘huge toll'

Drink-driving crashes leave a trail of hurt, loss and carnage in their wake, yet the number of people caught over the limit on Bay of Plenty roads is rising.... Read More

Asthmatic teen died after ambulance sent on break

When Leanna Petherick walked into her asthmatic daughter's bedroom to give her medication to help her breathe, she knew something was seriously wrong. But... Read More

Sex attack: Woman tearful as jury finds man guilty

WARNING: Some readers may find the details of this story distressing. The victim of a 'forceful” sexual attack broke into tears as her abuser was... Read More

Five arrested folllowing Te Puke fight

Bay of Plenty Police are seeking information from the public following a fight in Te Puke which has left one person in a serious condition. Five people have... Read More

BOP police catch 50+ drink drivers per week

Drunk driving crashes leave a trail of hurt, loss and carnage in their wake, yet the number of people caught over the limit on Bay of Plenty roads is rising. For... Read More

Victim Support volunteer awarded KSM

A Tauranga volunteer has been awarded the King's Service Medal for her dedication to helping victims of crime and traumatic events. Vicki Wood, who offered... Read More

Plans in place for gang tangi in Hawke's Bay

Police would like to reassure those living or travelling in Eastern District this weekend that sufficient plans are in place to help ensure peoples' safety during... Read More

Police seeking information after five arrested

Police are asking for further information following the arrest of five people after a disorder in Te Puke overnight. Police were called to Dunlop Road around... Read More