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Gangster altered ankle bracelet to look like he was at home while running drugs, 3D guns
He was given mercy after a coordinated prison attack left him with possible brain damage.

Gang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seized
Police say gangs have largely complied, reducing public fear and intimidation.

Comanchero v Comanchero crime: Second man admits terrorising bodybuilder's family
A prospect and three patched members were investigated, including the national president.

Fighter at Dan Hooker's backyard brawl event referred to police
Over 30 fighters competed in an unregulated Auckland backyard event.

'Disgraceful behaviour': Gang member tells cops he was selling meth to make money for his kids
A judge has slammed Anaru Tukere's excuse given Tribal Huk's stance on meth.

Why young Head Hunters prospect wasn't jailed for 'utterly reprehensible' torture case
He arrived to find the victim naked and bound, then he joined in.

Inside the drop in violent crime: A return to crime patterns ... under Labour?
The current trend in falling violent crime is consistent with the trend from 2018-2022.

From prison to gospel rap: Napier influencer Gzilla turns pain into purpose
'Nobody’s too far gone ... If God can save me, he can save anyone.'

'Sparks flying': Head Hunters associate crashed through school gates in spiked, stolen Audi
He has since sobered up and re-evaluated his life choices, his lawyer says.

The horrifying ordeal behind Auckland's high-profile gang torture case
The victim was tortured with drills, hot water and a metal pole.

Inside the Comancheros revenge plot against bodybuilder's family after gang exit stoush
It was a messy break-up for the high-ranking patched member. His family paid the price.

'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam
'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.

Man's bedroom meth stash enough to supply Wellington region for two months
He failed to convince a judge that the stash was to feed his own addiction.

Man shot partner in the face while on bail for hammer attack on gang member
Aramu Rangi is now serving two prison sentences, totalling 12 years.

Drugs and gangs: Research reveals messaging apps used to sell cannabis, MDMA
Survey of nearly 11,000 users reveals most popular social media apps to purchase drugs.

Watch: Black Power gang members farewell Selwyn Robson with stirring haka
Members were seen performing a haka as pallbearers carried his coffin into the clubhouse.

Black Power members perform a farewell haka for Manurewa homicide victim Selwyn Robson.
Black Power members perform a farewell haka for Manurewa homicide victim Selwyn Robson. Video / Supplied

Gangs, cash and tradies: Inside New Zealand's $50b black market
NZ's shadow economy costs us $13b in annual tax: how does it compare internationally?

Mongrel Mob mum jailed after going into hiding during daughter's murder trial
Kelly-Anne Burns never returned after being granted short-term bail to attend a funeral.

Explosions rock Kashmir and Russia urged to accept ceasefire | NZ Herald News Update
India-Pakistan ceasefire falters following explosions in Kashmir, and world leaders urge Russia to accept 30-day ceasefire proposal. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

Editorial: Drug gangs and the Govt are both increasing funding, who will win?
OPINION: New Zealand is a lucrative market for organised drug gangs.