Crime

Arrests made relation to firearm and drug offences

Ongoing investigations into the theft of firearms from a Hamilton club led to the execution of three warrants. Waikato Police's Tactical Crime Unit with assistance... Read More

Mauao base track defibrillator unit missing

The Automated External Defibrillator unit has gone missing from the Mauao base track. 'A call was received to 111 late morning on Sunday, November 5 and the... Read More

David Tamihere appeals double murder conviction

A man convicted of a double-murder more than 30 years ago, and whose case is back in court, is hopeful the facts will be looked at. David Tamihere's lawyer... Read More

Sexual assault: Man set to be deported

A 52-year-old New Zealand resident is set to be deported after sexually assaulting his stepson, according to a recent Immigration Tribunal decision. The man,... Read More

Cop's force used in teen’s arrest unjustified

A Bay of Plenty police officer charged with assaulting a teenager has been acquitted and remains employed by the New Zealand Police Force. The Independent... Read More

Free legal advice in Merivale

Baywide Community Law is expanding its reach in the community and has set up their latest in-person clinic in Merivale. Offering free legal advice, information... Read More

Concerning emails: Schools and courts close

At least 21 schools around Auckland have been closed after receiving 'concerning emails” on Friday morning. This comes a day after 15 threatening emails... Read More

Roadworks: Gun-related threats almost double

Gun-related threats against state highway roadworkers have more than doubled in 2023, according to Waka Kotahi. In some cases, security guards have had to... Read More

Fatal crash: Police name Rotorua victim

Police have released the name of a man who died following a crash between a motorcycle and mobility scooter. Edward Joseph Duffy, aged 88, died in a crash... Read More

Convicted arson killer found dead in cells

The woman who killed her elderly father by setting his house alight has died suddenly, the day after she was found guilty of murder. Lynne Martin, 63, was... Read More

Threats: Police searching schools and hospitals

Police are searching hospitals and schools across the country after threats were made against a number of organisations in New Zealand. They are searching... Read More

Guilty verdict in arson murder case

The woman on trial for murdering her elderly father by setting his house alight has been found guilty. The jury in the trial of Lynne Maree Martin at the... Read More