New ZealandSerial rapist cleared of kidnapping woman 19 years on, despite admitting he had done itFrankie Edwards admitted five 2006 incidents involving women. But he only committed four. 16 Sep 04:19 AM
WorldTroops stranded by river as bandits snatch 18 women and children in NigeriaTroops were unable to reach the village as a swollen river blocked boats.14 Sep 02:38 AM
New ZealandTwo men charged with trafficking guns to group that held NZ pilot hostage for 594 daysPolice allege the men discussed sourcing Australian military firearms.13 Sep 08:21 AM
New ZealandKidnapper told car-jacking victims he'd done time for murder and wanted to kill again31 Aug 08:00 PM
WorldMother jailed for life for selling daughter, 6, to healerThe public gallery erupted in applause and cheers as sentences were read out.29 May 11:54 PM
WorldCassie Ventura reportedly goes into labour days after Diddy testimony conclusionCassie Ventura is in a New York hospital, in labour with her third child.28 May 12:28 AM
CrimeWhy young Head Hunters prospect wasn't jailed for 'utterly reprehensible' torture caseHe arrived to find the victim naked and bound, then he joined in.27 May 02:31 AM
BusinessCrypto investor tortured man for weeks for bitcoin password, prosecutors sayProsecutors say the victim was held in a luxurious Soho townhouse.26 May 08:04 AM
New ZealandThe horrifying ordeal behind Auckland's high-profile gang torture caseThe victim was tortured with drills, hot water and a metal pole.21 May 09:41 AM
CrimeKidnappedVictim claims inconsistencies in police investigation and fears for her life. Video / Michael CraigWatch17 May 05:00 PM
CrimeSeven years after teen's murder, 16yo kidnap participant namedDimetrius Pairama, 17, was tortured for hours before she was forced to hang herself.12 May 11:13 PM
World'Criminal conduct': Prosecutors outline disturbing allegations against DiddyProsecutors claim Combs forced women into degrading, drug-fuelled sessions.12 May 07:03 PM
World'Clearly targeted': Police link organised crime to Sydney mum’s alleged kidnapping, murderThi Kim Tran's remains were found in a burned-out SUV in Beverly Hills.22 Apr 05:08 AM
WorldBody found in burned-out car after violent kidnapping in Sydney's southwestFive masked men kidnapped a 45-year-old woman after assaulting her 8-year-old son.18 Apr 03:50 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Motorcyclist who killed couple on pedestrian crossing has rap sheetA jury has found motorcyclist Mark Kimber guilty of manslaughter.14 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandCourier driver kidnapped by armed gang member, ordered to strip as parcels stolenWhile the NZ Post driver was not injured, he was left 'scared for his life'.05 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandTerrified woman carjacked by man on meth at busy intersection, ordered to driveHe got in her passenger seat, carrying a rubbish bag of clothes, and made demands.02 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandKidnap, blackmail, assault: Mobster holds woman hostage in ‘harrowing’ ordealFriend feared next time she would see kidnapped woman was 'at her funeral'.10 Mar 06:29 PM
Crime‘Hang your head in shame’: Judge blasts woman for horrific 24-day kidnap, torture schemeThe captors wanted a crypto password. They used a blowtorch and meat cleaver to get it.16 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKiwi pilot held hostage in PapuaKiwi pilot Phillip Mehrtens spent 594 days as a hostage of a rebel group in West Papua. Video / NZ Herald, Getty, AFPWatch03 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'You will regret it': Kidnapper's sinister words to woman who thought she would dieThe woman was kidnapped, strangled, and robbed by her ex-partner.15 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged with attempted kidnapping in ChristchurchA young person said a man tried to get them into his vehicle.13 Jan 04:11 AM
WorldSouth Africa police rescue 26 Ethiopians held captive nakedThe Ethiopian men were being held captive by suspected human traffickers in Johannesburg.10 Jan 08:38 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating report of 'suspicious approach' to youth in ChchThe man allegedly tried to get the youth into his vehicle this afternoon.02 Jan 06:29 AM
New ZealandMakere Edmonds-Piripi: Kidnapped and sexually assaulted as schoolgirlMakere Edmonds-Piripi was kidnapped and sexually assaulted as schoolgirl by a group of men and held for 3 days.Watch16 Dec 04:00 PM
Crime'Call the police': Woman on phone to boyfriend during Auckland home invasionThe woman ended the call quickly when she heard a loud 'bang' downstairs.16 Oct 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Tom Phillips must be stoppedOPINION: 'The longer it goes on, the greater the damage.'14 Oct 04:00 PM
