Police Association fully supports PM’s call for gun law changes
Source: New Zealand Police Association NZPA | Sat March 16th, 2019 Police Association President Chris Cahill has welcomed the Prime Minister’s early commitment to changing New Zealand’s gun laws. “Jacinda Ardern has said emphatically that New Zealand’s gun laws will change and that now is the time for that change. I absolutely agree with her […]
Read More →Police Association warns of firearms dangers to police and public
Source: New Zealand Police Association NZPA | Wed February 27th, 2019 The Police Association has grave concerns about the safety of police officers following the recent incidents which appear to show they have, once again, been deliberately shot at. Association President Chris Cahill says that concern most certainly extends to the safety of innocent members of […]
Read More →Have you seen Daniel Phillips?
Source: New Zealand Police Daniel Phillips, 37, is missing from his Carterton home, where he was last seen Tuesday evening. Police and his family have concerns for his welfare. Daniel is European, 184cm tall, with dark hair and eyes and a medium build. Anyone with information that might help us find him is urged to […]
Read More →Helicopter crash, Tokoroa – correction
Source: New Zealand Police A previous release stated State Highway 1 was closed due to a helicopter crash near Atiamuri. The road is not closed, however traffic management may be in place while emergency services work at the scene, which is off the road. We apologise for any confusion caused. One person has been transported […]
Read More →Helicopter crash, Tokoroa
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to State Highway 1 near Maroa Road, near Atiamuri, where a helicopter has crashed after hitting power lines. Police were called about 1.50pm. Initial indications are no one is injured. The road is closed and motorists are asked to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media […]
Read More →Police launch new online reporting system
Source: New Zealand Police Police has released an online tool to enable the public to report lost property and intentional property damage on Police’s website (www.police.govt.nz). “Online reporting is part of a drive by Police to bring real change to the way we deliver our services to the public. We want people to be able […]
Read More →Police enquiries progressing in Sandringham homicide investigation (+ advisory)
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Inspector Aaron Pascoe, Auckland City CIB: Police investigating the death of Sandringham resident Shannon Shelby Baker believe two previous incidents at his address may be connected to his violent death. Mr Baker, 55, was located deceased inside his home on Calgary St on Tuesday 11 December, 2018. Mr […]
Read More →Body of missing Waiau man believed to be found
Source: New Zealand Police Police have found a body which is believed to be that of missing man Kenneth Kidd. The 94-year-old, of Waiau, was reported missing yesterday. His body was found at Waiau River, near Lower Flat Road, Waiau, late last night. It is believed Kenneth was fishing at the river. Police extend their […]
Read More →Have you seen Kenneth Kidd?
Source: New Zealand Police Police are asking for the public’s help finding Kenneth Kidd, 94, who has been reported missing. A friend of Kenneth spotted his car this morning by the Waiau River, near Lower Flat Road, Waiau, however Kenneth was not able to be found nearby. It is believed Kenneth may have been fishing […]
Read More →UPDATE: Waitomo crash – road open
Source: New Zealand Police UPDATE: Waitomo crash – road open Thursday, 24 January 2019 – 1:16pm Waikato State Highway 4 at Te Mapara has been reopened following a serious crash this morning. Police would like to thank members of the public for their patience. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Read More →Man arrested after spate of burglaries at Auckland gyms
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Salton, Waitemata Police Police have arrested a man following a spate of burglaries and thefts from 24-hour gyms in Auckland. The man is allegedly linked to more than 24 burglaries at gyms in various locations in the Auckland and Waitemata districts, from Royal […]
Read More →Police charge man over Takapuna Beach incident
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an alleged incident involving a vehicle at Takapuna Beach on 13 January have arrested a 26-year-old British national. He has been charged with assault with a weapon and reckless driving. The man is due to appear in the Auckland District Court today. As this matter is now before the […]
Read More →UPDATE: Fatal crash, Waitomo
Source: New Zealand Police The Police Serious Crash Unit is at the scene of a fatal two-vehicle crash in Waitomo. The crash occurred on State Highway 4 at Te Mapara about 8.10am. Two people from one of the vehicles died at the scene. Three people from the second vehicle were airlifted to Waikato Hospital with […]
Read More →Oil spill on Southern Motorway, Bombay
Source: New Zealand Police Road users should exercise caution on the Southern Motorway near Beaver Road West On-Ramp, Bombay. There has been an oil spill which is causing vehicles to slip. No one has been injured however the spill is yet to be cleared and drivers should exercise extreme care. Motorists are thanked for their […]
Read More →Fatal crash, Waitomo
Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to a fatal crash on State Highway 4 at Te Mapara. The two-vehicle crash occurred about 8.10am. Two people have died and three others seriously injured. Diversions are being put in place. Further information will be released when it becomes available. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL […]
Read More →Trees down in the Queenstown and Central Otago areas
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are asked to avoid Speargrass Flat Road near Lake Hayes, as two large trees have fallen across the road due to high winds. Fire and Emergency New Zealand are currently dealing with a number of call-outs in the area, including a power pole fire in Frankton. There are also reports […]
Read More →Name release – fatal crash, Tokomaru Bay
Source: New Zealand Police Name release – fatal crash, Tokomaru Bay Wednesday, 23 January 2019 – 4:49pm Eastern Police can now confirm the name of the man who died in a fatal crash in Tokomaru Bay on 11 January. He was 44-year-old Darren Jon Osborne, of Te Karaka. Police extends its condolences to his family. […]
Read More →Invercargill experiencing many car break-ins
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Inspector Peter Graham, Prevention Manager, Invercargill Police: Over the past two months there has been an increase in thefts from across the Appleby, Strathern, Glengarry and Heidelberg areas of Invercargill. We have seen a large increase in the number thefts where the offenders have smashed the rear quarter […]
Read More →Appeal for information following fleeing driver crash
Source: New Zealand Police Police are again appealing for information in relation to the fleeing driver incident on Sunday 13 January in which three young people died. The driver of a red vehicle (pictured), seen travelling down Blenheim Road about 11.10pm on the night of the crash, is urged to get in touch with Detective […]
Read More →Police attending slip in Hastings
Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at the scene of a slip at a beach south of Clifton. A large amount of earth and rock has fallen onto the beach at about 2.30pm. One person has received critical injuries and another has moderate injuries. Both are being transported to hospital. ENDS Issued by […]
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