New ZealandKnife pulled on man protesting abduction of seagullPolice located the occupants of the vehicle and recovered the knife involved.28 Jan 11:03 PM
New ZealandThousands evacuated at Hamilton concert during Simple Minds set due to extreme weatherPolice said they were made aware the show had been stopped due to lightning.28 Jan 06:50 AM
New ZealandTwo dead, two others injured after three-vehicle crash in North Canterbury, SH1 closedSH1 is closed and diversions are in place at the scene for north and south-bound traffic.28 Jan 06:02 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly disturbing': Michael Hill jewellery stores hit out at robberiesMichael Hill has confidence in its security measures, the jeweller says.28 Jan 04:46 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries after single vehicle crash on West Coast, SH73 closedPolice said initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.28 Jan 03:51 AM
New ZealandWoman 'died of a violent act', homicide investigation launchedHelen Gregory, 79, was found deceased in her home.28 Jan 01:25 AM
New ZealandAuckland mall smash-and-grab: Robber foiled by new protective glassThis comes after Bayfair Shopping Centre in Mt Maunganui was targeted yesterday.28 Jan 12:17 AM
New ZealandOverseas visitor charged with causing death of school librarian following Canterbury crashDriver admits careless driving but is granted name suppression until sentencing date.26 Jan 01:31 AM
New ZealandBody found after person jumped off crane into Wellington HarbourSafety measures to keep people off the historic crane have been considered.26 Jan 01:03 AM
New ZealandWatch: Break-in at popular food truck, ribs offered as rewardThe tool kit for catching criminals has now been expanded to include flame-grilled ribs.25 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandPatients left cowering as gang fight breaks out in EDPolice are investigating the gang-related assault on Wednesday night.25 Jan 10:11 PM
New ZealandMob associate laughed during fatal attack on Hawke's Bay teacherKeontay Chadwick pleads guilty to Darcy Strickland's manslaughter.25 Jan 09:45 PM
New ZealandFour men charged after 'violent' home invasion, car spiked twice in 100km police chaseNeighbour woke up to sounds of ‘shouting and fighting’.25 Jan 09:21 PM
New ZealandYoung girl found dead after being swept down Fiordland riverPolice and search and rescue teams responded to the incident, along with a helicopter.25 Jan 02:39 AM
New Zealand'Violent death': Man attacked before being found dead in Waikato RiverThe body of John Isaac was found at about 7pm last Thursday.25 Jan 01:33 AM
New ZealandGreymouth heist: Pair arrested over $20,000 jewellery robberyTwo Christchurch men are facing multiple charges relating to a 2022 burglary.25 Jan 01:16 AM
New ZealandCanterbury crash: One dead, two injured following serious crash near TwizelThe two-vehicle crash occurred at 10.19 am.24 Jan 10:18 PM
New ZealandPolice are investigating a gang-on-gang assault at Christchurch Hospital emergency departmentThe fight broke out in the waiting room around 8.15pm.24 Jan 09:24 PM
New ZealandPolice make arrest over Christchurch father's killingThe 38-year-old was found dead on a Christchurch street three weeks ago.24 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandCouple with baby express fears after finding crossbow bolt pierced through housePolice are investigating following the terrifying discovery.24 Jan 02:10 AM
RetailFire alarm-activating thieves hit Auckland Mitre 10, take full trolley of gear"It should be a really easy arrest": Registration, photos were supplied to the police.24 Jan 01:21 AM
New ZealandThree charged after birthday party murderA group of people have been charged with murder and attempted murder.24 Jan 01:01 AM
New ZealandChaos and violence: Mobster's crimes 'inevitable' from an early age, says judgeThe drug dealer fled police for more than an hour, speeding through residential areas.24 Jan 12:55 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate unexplained death in WellingtonPolice are at the scene this morning.23 Jan 08:01 PM
New ZealandTwo people dead after car hits tree, bursts into flamesFirefighters and police were called to the crash in Otaika around 1am.23 Jan 06:27 PM
New ZealandThree arrested after armed police descend on ParnellCharges are being considered for the three people arrested.23 Jan 01:51 AM
New ZealandService station robbery: Half a dozen people break down door, knife allegedly pulled on staff member, $1000 takenHalf a dozen people broke through the locked door and demanded to be given the till.22 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandWatch: Car keeps veering into traffic in 'bloody scary' 25km drive'We were all trying to get home safely and no one wanted to die on the way home.'22 Jan 08:21 PM
New ZealandPolice officer facing perjury chargeThe charge carries a maximum penalty of seven years' imprisonment.22 Jan 08:10 PM
New ZealandHolidaymaker horrified after child seen hanging on to moving car at beachA child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.22 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Crime and CCTV - The Privacy Act is getting in the way of catching criminalsOPINION: Criminals are being protected by the Privacy Act — and the police can't help.22 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Sad event': Winston Peters speaks on Golriz Ghahraman's shoplifting chargesPolice charged former Greens MP with two counts of shoplifting last Wednesday.22 Jan 06:07 AM
New ZealandFoo Fighters fans' cars towed after hi-vis hustler's $20 parking ruseA man in hi-vis was holding up a sign, directing people into $20 car parks.22 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandRaglan drowning: Off-duty surf lifeguard rushes to Manu Bay to try and help manA group of surfers first noticed the man unresponsive in the water just after 9am today.22 Jan 01:47 AM