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Exclusive: Top police officer approved lowering of recruits' fitness standards

Assistant Commissioner Jill Rogers allowed at least two failed applicants to enter police college.

Auckland teen girl located safely, search continues for teen boy

Alexander went missing on Monday, while Mya was missing for 24 hours.

Detective investigated after having intimate relationship with rape complainant

Queensland Police withdrew a job offer while they investigate the man's conduct.

One dead after suspected medical event causes crash in Dargaville

Police said the death will be referred to the Coroner.

Iran warns Israel of retaliation, Yanfei Bao's killer sentenced | NZ Herald Daily News Update

Iran warns Israel of retaliation following the attacks yesterday. Yanfei Bao's killer has finally been sentenced in the high court. Police are under scrutiny once again.

Police seize arsenal of almost 500 firearms from Gore property

Only six of the firearms were registered in the man’s name.

Man arrested after violent home invasion in East Tamaki, Auckland NZ

Police are investigating a violent incident on Lissleton Drive, East Tamaki, that left two people seriously injured. Video / NZ Herald

Hit-and-run accused banned from CBD after incident near night market

The incident occurred near the Rotorua Night Market on June 5.

Middle-aged thieves stealing kilos of lollies from family-run store

Store manager Jayden Aben says regular customers are targeting the family-run business.

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.

Man taken into custody at LynnMall

West Auckland’s LynnMall evacuated, armed police swarm shopping precinct after threat

Fake police 'courier' defrauded 19 elderly victims

The scammer was caught in the act by police when he showed up to collect $170,000 of gold.

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.