CrimeWhy a judge showed no mercy for church swindler who suffered stroke in prison'She has not learnt from her mistakes,' a judge said of 71-year-old scammer Kolini Tatafu.08 Aug 05:00 AM
WorldMillion euros' theft: Birkin bags, jewellery stolen from UK touristsThe unnamed five-star hotel in Saint-Tropez has faced multiple break-ins this summer.08 Aug 01:24 AM
CrimeMan admits role in $3.9m Ponzi scheme spanning seven yearsHe pleaded guilty to two charges. The remaining charges were dropped.07 Aug 01:29 AM
New Zealand'Pretty horrific': Mother's plea after terrifying train station attack left teen shoeless and bleedingHis new shoes, worth over $300, were stolen during the attack.06 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandPharmacist let colleague take rap after stealing cash from till more than 200 times The woman's new boss had no idea until her probation officer called. 03 Aug 08:00 AM
Auckland'Significant result': Man accused of $2m theft arrested after 50+ Auckland burglariesPolice struck on Friday, intercepting him during another alleged burglary attempt.03 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandFlat battery thwarts supermarket shoplifter's escapePolice arrested him in the carpark – and found he had more than stolen groceries.02 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRoyalsRoyal art collection receives $6.7m insurance payout after Paris heistThieves stole two royal snuff boxes from a Paris museum last year.01 Aug 05:40 AM
New ZealandRetail crime investigations in some regions halved under police directive Police dropped 5454 shoplifting cases under $500 due to guidance on value thresholds.30 Jul 05:55 AM
New ZealandPolice arrest man after armed robbery, shooting at Whangārei barThe 35-year-old is facing serious charges in the Whangārei District Court.28 Jul 06:52 AM
New ZealandPolice hunt for car involved in Whangārei bar robberyPolice are seeking a white Toyota Aqua with stolen licence plates, registration KHA69.27 Jul 07:49 AM
Crime'Insidious offending': Uni student behind NZ's first 'SMS blaster' attackNearby phones were 'effectively hijacked' by the device, which operated out of his car.27 Jul 04:44 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We ensure it's not a lottery:' Former cop and MP turned PI on finding out the truth Northland PI Mike Sabin works with a team of six former-detectives to gather evidence. 26 Jul 09:00 PM
Crime'More of a tantrum': Belligerent passenger who tried to hijack bus gets prison timeJovahna Samuels seized control of a $200,000 bus during an argument with the driver.24 Jul 06:00 AM
CrimeMachete-wielding youth allegedly threatens staff at convenience storeThe youths allegedly carried out the theft using two stolen vehicles.23 Jul 02:59 AM
ChristchurchBurglar causes $750k worth of damage to Queenstown homesIt is believed the offender entered several properties during the 12-hour break-in spree.23 Jul 02:26 AM
New Zealand'A lot of fast food': Mum who stole $500k from employer blew most on takeawaysThe mother of five was ordered to pay reparation of $100,000.21 Jul 08:03 AM
New Zealand'Should not be approached': Hamilton police hunt violent convicted robberTroy Mudford assaulted four, stole their jewellery, mobiles with two others in 2021. 21 Jul 12:34 AM
CrimeAK-47, heroin and explosives: The surprise stash inside former teen killer's homeA bungled vehicle theft led to a possible life sentence after police searched his home.20 Jul 06:00 AM
New Zealand'It's been spent': Father and daughter who stole $159k in ATM heist say cash is goneThe pair say the stolen money was spent on drug debts, vehicles, rent and tangihanga.18 Jul 11:32 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest shoplifters accused of $250k theft spreeThe pair have been charged as a new police team targeting retail crime is launched.18 Jul 06:05 AM
Crime'Disgusted by my actions': Man who scammed 21 people apologises, but won't give up co-offendersJack Hennessy scammed 21 victims, stealing $337,700 in just 14 days.16 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandHome build dream shattered after business hacked and woman launders couple’s $150kSophie Winchester-Krishan earned $5k for laundering the couple's scammed money. 12 Jul 01:00 AM
CrimeHow an engineer's introduction to underworld poker games led to $1m Watercare fraudThe 17-month swindle is believed to be one of the largest public sector thefts on record. 08 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandRobber stole woman's $2k pokie winnings and left her unconscious outside bar She was dragged by the robber’s car when she fought to get her money back. 08 Jul 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsShould stealing kids be protected from citizen’s arrest? Child welfare watchdog airs concernsChief Children’s Commissioner says children should be free from 'all forms of violence'.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrazen hammer heist: Police hunt jewel thief, staff distressed after store raidAlleged thief struck before 1pm and after the robbery fled the scene in a vehicle.05 Jul 05:11 AM
Crime'It's all safe mum': Murder accused allegedly took $85k hidden in mother's dressing gownHelen Gregory's friends have testified about missing money and suspicious phone calls.04 Jul 06:00 AM
Politics'Enough is enough': Government beefing up trespass laws, doubling finesAssociate Justice Minister: 'These changes send a clear message: enough is enough.'03 Jul 02:11 AM
New Zealand'Potential to cause fatal accidents': Close to 1km of copper cabling stolenRailway core cables are responsible for transmitting power and signals to trains.02 Jul 03:43 AM
New Zealand‘Scared to open my doors’: Business owner loses $30k after six burglaries in two monthsHarry van der Zanden thought he was creating his dream job – now he's in a nightmare.30 Jun 06:00 PM
CrimeShark tattoo comes back to bite fake cop in escape bid to RarotongaHe wanted to start over, but first the long-time conman needed a fake passport.29 Jun 05:48 AM
CrimeRobber left path of destruction during wrong-way race to airport in stolen $82k AudiHe damaged a police car, an Audi and used a convertible as a battering ram.28 Jun 06:58 AM
