New ZealandBreaking the cycle of crime: 'Some want to get out of it, but might need a bit of help'Hamilton police officer connects detainees with support services.15 Oct 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Your failure haunts our family': Dunedin man avoids jail over role in tragic deathCarl Frederick Longshaw appeared in High Court five years to the day after her death.15 Oct 11:21 PM
New ZealandAlleged Dunedin drink-driver crashes while fleeing roadside 'ghost'The man told police he saw what he believed to be a ghost waving at him.15 Oct 10:22 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: We need a total rethink of how we tackle crime post-electionOPINION: Nothing I heard during the election filled me with confidence.15 Oct 07:55 PM
New ZealandUffindell: 'We have got a lot of challenges we’ll now be able to focus on'Roading, infrastructure and law and order are among the key pieces of work.15 Oct 05:10 PM
New ZealandArrests made during Ruakākā homicide investigationTwo men have been charged with firearm-related offences.15 Oct 07:16 AM
New ZealandGang tensions flare in Gisborne: New police operation launched to keep community safeOperation Medial lead Inspector Darren Paki mentioned recent drive-by shootings.15 Oct 05:04 AM
New ZealandTwo occupants in critical condition after vehicle flips off Auckland motorwayTwo of the car's occupants remain in an induced coma.15 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandMan seriously injured by firearm in Auckland last nightPolice said a person had suffered a gunshot wound in Avondale overnight.14 Oct 08:49 PM
New ZealandFour people injured after midnight crashTwo of the four people suffered critical injuries.14 Oct 08:29 PM
New ZealandPolice are using AI to catch criminals - but the law needs to catch up tooANALYSIS: Kiwis only have a limited view of the AI programs being used by the police.14 Oct 02:59 AM
New ZealandOvernight shootings in Gisborne believed to be gang-related; one injuredThe shootings were first reported at the intersection of Rimu and Abbott Sts.13 Oct 10:49 PM
New ZealandAuckland's Southern Motorway re-opens after blockage due to serious crashSerious Crash Unit investigators are looking into how the pedestrian was hit.13 Oct 09:28 PM
New ZealandSimulated cyclone a test for emergency teams“It’s a great way to bring everyone together to work in unison."13 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'He is the Head Hunters': Detectives offer rare insight into gang's alleged chief"He’s the chief. The boss. WD."13 Oct 04:32 AM
New ZealandMan found dead with knife in his chest after falling from ladderBut CIB didn't visit Kevin O'Grady's home for 10 days, despite concerns being raised.13 Oct 04:22 AM
New ZealandPolice dog bites school boy out running with PE classThe incident occurred when the police dog was pursuing a group of offenders.13 Oct 03:36 AM
New ZealandLives on the line: Copper thefts soar across region's electrical network35 crucial power pole safety features found missing by lines company Unison.13 Oct 03:03 AM
New ZealandPrimary school goes into lockdown, police respond to reports of man with 'stick'The lockdown has since lifted and students are able to go home.13 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies in Dunedin Northern Motorway crashThe collision involving a car and motorcycle happened shortly after 10am.12 Oct 10:39 PM
New ZealandDeadly love triangle: The woman at the centre of fatal dispute between two best friendsA former prison guard's been found guilty of murdering his estranged partner’s new lover.12 Oct 10:16 PM
New ZealandLow-flying plane sparks incorrect crash fears, emergency services stood downThe incorrect report sparked an emergency services callout.12 Oct 07:56 PM
New ZealandOne dead in suspicious Waitaanga house firePolice have still not identified person who died in remote blaze.12 Oct 07:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBig read: No body, no gun - the murder of Mike McGrathThe full story of the former prison guard who killed his old mate.12 Oct 03:13 AM
New ZealandInvestigation after email threats sent to teachers at Kamo High SchoolThe incident is a first for the school.12 Oct 02:50 AM
New ZealandDrink-driving police officer denied discharge without convictionCop did the right things after crash, but the offending was serious, judge says.12 Oct 02:49 AM
New ZealandAuckland driver rams police car in desperate getaway attemptHe is due to face various vehicle and assault charges in the Auckland District Court.12 Oct 02:46 AM
New ZealandMotorway mayhem as driver dodges ducklingsA duck walkabout with a gaggle of ducklings caused chaos on a Dunedin motorway.12 Oct 01:06 AM
New Zealand'No one deserves to die in that manner': Police push for information on homicidePolice have urged people to come forward with information on the homicide.12 Oct 12:21 AM
New ZealandSerious assault with weapon in Hastings thought to be gang-relatedA man was seriously injured after an alleged gang-related assault with a weapon.12 Oct 12:19 AM
New ZealandDavid Benbow found guilty of murdering childhood friendMichael McGrath was last seen alive in May 2017.12 Oct 12:04 AM
New ZealandCops' daring rescues in Cyclone Gabrielle floods recognised'I've never been in a situation that was so close for so many different people.'11 Oct 10:18 PM
PoliticsStaffing increase at police HQ 'unacceptable' - Nats MPThe Police Minister says a boost in HQ staff includes police working on organised crime.11 Oct 05:16 AM
New ZealandKowhai Park fire considered suspiciousHours after the initial fire was put out, a second fire ignited further up the riverbank.11 Oct 02:24 AM