WorldUS Man accused in deaths of 22 elderly women killed by cellmate'My mother died in fear, there’s some relief in feeling that he didn’t get off easily.'19 Sep 10:51 PM
KahuMāori make up half of those charged with murder on electronic bailEM Bail is monitored by Corrections and enforced by police.19 Sep 10:30 PM
New ZealandLabour dumps prison population reduction targetThe party doesn’t have a target for the next term, Chris Hipkins says.19 Sep 07:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fear campaign': National and Act hit back over MP’s Hawke’s Bay 'mega-prison' claimsAnna Lorck claims Hawke's Bay Prison's extra land would make it a target for expansion.14 Sep 11:28 PM
WorldAnother fugitive drama unfolds after Pennsylvania prisoner capturedThe most recent escapee, Christopher Haynes, has been on the run for a week.14 Sep 10:27 PM
KahuBarrister Tony Bouchier takes on Act’s Law and Order policyFormer police officer turned barrister says politicians should stay out of Law and Order.13 Sep 09:39 PM
New ZealandThousands of Department of Corrections staff plan strikes over pay offerMore than 94 per cent of members in both unions voted to strike.13 Sep 03:23 AM
KahuReincarceration likely for released prisoners lacking stable housing - studyAccommodation on the outside is hard to obtain.12 Sep 10:46 PM
KahuSon killed by stranger, dad dies of a broken heart, whānau to face killer at sentencingJonty Douglas was helping a mate when he was stabbed to death by a stranger.11 Sep 06:15 PM
World'It’s a matter of time': Elusive US prison escapee steals van and contacts ex-co-workersAuthorities have described Cavalcante as extremely dangerous.10 Sep 11:46 PM
Kahu'Learned his lesson': Jailed Auckland radio host released on home detentionNate Nauer has been released after five months in prison.08 Sep 04:21 AM
WorldUK inmate awaiting terrorism trial escapes prison by strapping himself to food delivery truckThe former British soldier still remains at large amid concerns he may flee the country.08 Sep 12:14 AM
World'Extremely dangerous': Manhunt for killer who escaped US prison continuesThe killer has been spotted five times since he escaped on Thursday.05 Sep 11:13 PM
New ZealandNumber of gang members breaching home detention increased 60 per cent in six yearsNational says the figures are representative of a system "that has got the balance wrong".05 Sep 06:00 AM
WorldKiller on the run spotted by surveillance cameras in Philadelphia townConvicted murderer of ex-girlfriend escaped while waiting for a prison transfer.02 Sep 09:46 PM
New Zealand‘You destroyed my children’s lives’: Man filmed himself sexually violating kidsOne of the victims has gone from being a happy boy to being violent and depressed.01 Sep 04:38 AM
CrimeMan waterboarded ex-partner after strangling herBlair William Hurndell has been jailed for four years for assault on ex-partner.01 Sep 12:21 AM
CrimeDisruption caused by Waikeria prison riots to continue for two yearsThe $50 million disaster stretched six days and resulted in 17 inmates charged.30 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeYouth justice staff charged with encouraging MMA-style fight between residents caught on videoThe former employees could face up to 10 years' prison if found guilty.30 Aug 01:05 AM
KahuOnce were Warriors: Vatuvei and Faumuinā talk about life away from leagueBoth were considered bad boys and have been on different journeys.30 Aug 12:45 AM
Kahu'I was freaking out': Victim tells of home invasion by teen trioThe sole occupant of the house was told he would be killed if he did not hand over cash.29 Aug 04:06 AM
New ZealandPrime Minister weighs in on ankle bracelets following 'damning' reportIt comes after the Herald revealed concerns about bailees 'foiling' their bracelets.28 Aug 08:52 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFormer High Court Judge: What critics of sentences do not understandOPINION: A former High Court Judge puts the case for understanding the judiciary.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinister responds after leaked report into ‘foiled’ ankle braceletsIt comes after the Herald revealed concerns about bailees "foiling" their bracelets.28 Aug 06:02 AM
Crime'You corrupted my innocence': Ex-Dilworth housemaster sentenced third time for student sex abuseHe was already serving three years and seven months for abusing five students.28 Aug 02:44 AM
KahuFrom prison inmate to gallery owner - How one man refused to let his past define his futureMark Lang found his Māori and spiritual guidance in prison.27 Aug 06:30 PM
World'Terrible idea': Alabama seeks to execute a prisoner by pure nitrogenThe state is seeking to become the first to use the execution method.26 Aug 03:35 AM
World‘Terrible experience’: Trump rages after posing for mugshot"I believe it is a very sad day for America which should never happen."25 Aug 03:23 AM
KahuFemale inmates transferred away from whānauThe High Court has slammed Corrections for moving female offenders from Wellington's Arohata Women's Prison last year. Video / Te Ao Māori NewsWatch23 Aug 08:17 PM
KahuVictim allegedly forced to dig her own grave: Two more charged in kidnapping caseThe victim was allegedly subjected to numerous assaults and forced to dig her own grave.23 Aug 08:05 AM
New ZealandHome detention sentences for gang members increases by 60pcNational says the increase is concerning from a "public safety" perspective.22 Aug 05:00 PM
Kahu'Everything was falling apart': Manu Vatuvei on how prison saved his lifeThe rugby league star was a beast on and off the field.20 Aug 05:02 PM
New Zealand'Do you want to die?' Teen begs for life as he's pulled from car and stabbed at party"Please, please don’t, I’m only 15, I’m 15, please stop," the victim pleaded.18 Aug 05:00 PM
CrimeImprisoned gang leader orchestrated hit, but 75yo grandfather was killed instead, jury toldThe 75-year-old rugby league stalwart was shot in his home in August 2021.18 Aug 05:32 AM
