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Police investigating unexplained Wellington death
Members of the public may see an increased police presence in the area.

Watch: Firefighters contain large blaze at Penrose car sales and storage yard.
Fire and Emergency NZ crews have contained a large blaze at a car sales and storage yard in Auckland's Penrose this morning. Video / Hayden Woodward.

'He’s a predator': Film-maker jailed for child sex abuse files acquitted in 2002
Police found 554 child exploitation files on his devices during a 2023 raid.

Man charged with dangerous driving causing death over Te Puke crash
The victim was found dead at home about 4.30am the next day.

Teen who stabbed another girl seven times 'made an error of judgement'
The teenager handed herself into police and gave a statement against legal advice.

Multiple 'Levin invasion' boy racer cars listed for sale - with a catch
Buyers could score a deal on a car, if they're willing to wait for it to be released.

Auckland actor and musician accused of raping and grooming underage girl
The man is in his 20s and met the girl at a drama group.

Police endorse decision not to charge PM’s deputy press secretary Michael Forbes
Current commissioner Richard Chambers says the police's executive team were made aware.

'Hunting ground for criminals': Armed police nab alleged $150k Facebook fraudster
A 36-year-old has been charged in relation to 17 Facebook Marketplace dealings.

Dead teen's father's plea for truth; claims threats hinder justice
Social media campaign launched in bid to find justice for slain 15yo Kaea Karauria.

Police speak after Luxon's deputy press secretary resigns
Police speak after Luxon's deputy press secretary resigns

Man dies on remand at Invercargill Prison; investigation under way
Corrections said staff made every effort to try to save the man, who died on May 27.

Body found beside burned-out car in Muriwai beach
Police are investigating after fire crews made the discovery at Muriwai beach. Video / Dean Purcell

Armed police in Mount Maunganui
Armed police responded to a report of a gun in a car in Mount Maunganui on Saturday - it turned out to be a toy gun. Video / Supplied

Woman stole stranger's identity to create a fictitious carer and claim benefits
Diane Baumann also purchased items on credit but didn't make repayments.

Holiday road toll at four after Port Waikato crash
It brings the King's Birthday road toll to four.

Motorway crash: One dead, four injured after car flips on to roof
It brings the King's Birthday road toll to three.

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

Probe into Mike Bush's new role in Australia
Probe into former NZ police chief's new role in Australia after citizenship questions. Video / Herald NOW

Editorial: Police have zero tolerance on crime – right?
OPINION: A memo creates confusion over police policy on investigating shoplifting.

Aussie diplomat's partner escapes conviction after spitting in woman's face
The man was granted name suppression to protect his wife's career.