New Zealand'This ain’t a joke': Judge warns smirking robberThe 20-year-old was not long out of jail when he robbed a bottle store.16 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandUp to $10,000 in alcohol and property stolen from sports clubThousands of dollars worth of alcohol and other items were stolen.15 Dec 11:45 PM
CrimeXmas mercy for alcoholic whose ninth drink-driving offence involved $400k AT busHe said he drank 'two goons and was trying to be stupid' but didn't want to steal the bus.15 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandMan stole people's identities to hire car and equipment he never returnedOne of Bobby Moana's victims has forgiven him and wants to meet.14 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandFestival of Lights lighting stolen in New PlymouthPopular event spoiled by the theft of over $10,000 worth of lighting.12 Dec 12:44 AM
New Zealand'Thoughtless act': Police appeal after preschool robbery leaves kids without playgroundPolice are asking the robbers to think about the children and return the equipment.11 Dec 09:58 PM
Crime'No cure for foolishness:' Man who sold stolen property online was 'a bit of a fool'Abhinav Dutt's lawyer said his offending was very much out of character.11 Dec 04:24 AM
New Zealand'Thought he was going to kill me': Victim's fear after gang kidnapping, attackIt took about 18 months for the victim to no longer feel afraid about going out.10 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Can't open her eyes': Auckland shopkeeper chasing thief attacked in violent assaultThe robber punched her in the head after she gave chase.10 Dec 02:08 AM
New ZealandThieves ransack Auckland preschool, every room trashedThe preschool now faces a hefty bill to repair the wrecked centre.10 Dec 01:00 AM
CrimeEx-Auckland pharmacist asks judge to toss conviction for $50,000 theft so he can work in AustraliaA conviction might make it more difficult to attend pharmacist conferences, he said.09 Dec 03:08 AM
New ZealandSupermarket's facial recognition sparks fight after wrongful trespassFoodstuffs continues facial recognition trial despite nine misidentified in Rotorua store.06 Dec 01:58 AM
New ZealandWoman arrested after allegedly targeting 12 Auckland open homes, stealing jewelleryThe woman was to appear in the Waitākere District Court today.05 Dec 03:53 AM
New ZealandAuckland dairy worker attacked in armed robberyPolice investigating after shop attendant struck by an offender during the raid.04 Dec 06:27 AM
CrimeWhere's the $50,000? Serial robber jailed for bizarre casino heist, but cash still missingEru Stevens has a history of robbery and schizophrenia. They go hand-in-hand, court told.01 Dec 05:00 AM
CrimeJailed again: 501's wild police chase in stolen $249k Porsche followed murder-for-hire plotSifa Tevita relieved himself in front of police as the 1.5-hour, 100km chase ended.30 Nov 08:31 PM
Crime'Easy money': Woman stole $7k from grandmother, then used pushchair in shoplifting spreeGrandmother is said to be 'very cross' about what happened.30 Nov 03:00 AM
Black CapsHagley Oval thieves swipe cameras from broadcasters covering Black Caps testUK Talksport viewers left with audio-only coverage after broadcasting cameras stolen.30 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandHow $20 and two cannabis roaches got two men locked up for three years'Clearly, it was a stupid thing to do', a judge pointed out.29 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandStolen shipwreck binoculars returned to Napier ownersBinoculars from 1986 shipwreck disappeared from a Westshore verandah this week.29 Nov 04:39 AM
New ZealandYoung couple left with 44c to pay mortgage after bank card fraudA young mum is warning anyone who finds a bank card to be careful how they advertise it.28 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandVictims traumatised: Teen robber on e-bail robs petrol station, twiceOne of the staff members was injured after being kicked in the face.25 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandCockatoo believed to be stolen from wildlife reserveStaff at the sanctuary are 'very upset'.20 Nov 01:05 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailRevealed: The NZ town with the most business break-insThe data show Rotorua has the highest proportion of burglaries in New Zealand.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Supermarket foils brazen thief in daylight trolley confrontationA thief bit off more than he could chew during a supermarket theft.18 Nov 05:13 AM
New ZealandWrecked cafe reopens after front-end loader ram raidThe community turned out in force to help clean up the damage.17 Nov 11:53 PM
New Zealand'Broken': Owner 'gutted' after digger smashes small-town cafe to steal ATMBar owners locked their doors, fearing the driver was 'just smashing the buildings up.'16 Nov 01:47 AM
New ZealandMasked ‘desperado’ terrifies diners in late-night front-end loader ram raidThe burglary at a Martinborough cafe left people 'gobsmacked'.15 Nov 07:53 PM
CrimeHow police brought down kingpin of $2.9m stolen goods ringThe goods were stashed across lockups, homes, businesses and a shipping container.14 Nov 07:41 AM
New ZealandDairy smashed as owner screamed: 'I feared for my life'A three-hour crime wave leaves five retailers picking up the pieces.13 Nov 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesNZ’s Auror raises $82m from Taser maker, grocery giantsFirm pushes into the US, new AI tools.11 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDog in car taken from shop injured but reunited with ownerA dog is safely back with her owner after thief steals car.10 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandWatch: Preschooler helps woman steal from Hamilton storeThe store owner was shocked that toddlers we're being 'taught' to steal.09 Nov 12:42 AM
New ZealandTears in court as woman avoids jail for stealing $300k from bossThe judge said Sally Robertson began gambling due to the 'severe strain' she was under.08 Nov 03:07 AM
