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'Complex PTSD': Ghahraman blames threats, mental crisis for shoplifting - to learn fate on Thursday

The Crown said the offending had the hallmarks of pre-meditation.

Stakes high for Golriz Ghahraman today as disgraced ex-MP returns to court for sentencing

It might not just be her political career that's over.

Escaped sheep alert people to theft of tools, fuel and machinery at Showgrounds

Sheep out on the football field alerted people to a theft at the showgrounds.

Woolworths heist: Staff cowered in back room before wild getaway, tree crash

Serial burglar Logan Anaru had replaced his meds with meth, a judge was told.

'Off his head': Man arrested after assaulting police, fleeing across Auckland

The driver fled at high speed from West Auckland to Papakura before crashing.

Watch: World's dumbest criminal? Woman's idiotic act before arrest

She thought she was being smart. Her act landed her in handcuffs.

One dead, one critical after car fleeing police in high-speed tree smash

Several investigations underway after the car sped away from police and crashed.

Watch: Police plea after spate of Christchurch power line tampering

Recent incidents have hit areas close to schools, preschools and homes.

Copper theft on the rise in Christchurch

Police are appealing for information after a recent spate of copper thefts in Christchurch. Video / NZ Police

New Lynn, Henderson bus station assaults: Children as young as 10 arrested

School kids been attacked while waiting for their buses, creating fear in the community.

Thieves cut hole in gun club's safe, climb inside and steal rifles, cash and ammo

The whereabouts of some of the stolen guns remains unknown.

Insurance rates skyrocket for NZ's most stolen car

Some insurance companies refuse to cover Toyota Aquas unless they have an immobiliser.

'Sophisticated and intelligent criminal' gets law degree while on electronic bail

Mason Helm put GPS trackers on Ford utes, cloned their keys, then stole them.

Murderer ditched post-prison ankle bracelet before fatal robbery in West Auckland park

Victim remembered by his family for having an infectious laugh and gift of the gab.

'Don't call police or we'll come back': Gangsters attack man in violent home invasion

Police later seized Daniel Natua's gang patch and gun cache after raiding his home.

Precious photos stolen after dead man's home 'ransacked'

Even a baby photo was taken off the fridge.

New figures show Auckland businesses struggling with crime

Restaurant Association members reported recent 'concerning increases in crime levels'.

Woman steals from laundromat after trying out Tiktok trick

Tira Tipene will now pay back the $390 she stole at $20 per week.