Crime news
Mall car park hammer attack sparked by child seen eating cigarettes
The 28 year old told police afterward that she intended to kill the woman.
A Mongrel Mob teen’s court lies in a murder case and a two-year police probe
He gained his Mongrel Mob patch before sentencing but told the court he had cut ties.
Suburbs outside of central Auckland are hit hard by crime, why does CBD get the funding?
South Auckland councillors call for Simeon Brown to remember there's a city outside CBD.
Gang fights at Blenheim gym caught on camera
Video supplied to the Herald shows gang members bare fist fighting at Box On boxing gym in Blenheim. Video / Supplied
Gang members use local gym for brutal bare-knuckle fights
Gym owner changes rules after private group booking used by gang.
Man strangled partner after All Blacks' game because he was hungry and wanted Uber Eats
The judge said Harrison Bryant was a demanding, belligerent and verbally abusive.
'I want him held accountable:' Sexually violated teen’s plea as offender avoids jail time
The teen says she needs medication to sleep due to nightmares and anxiety.
‘She was saying stop’: Teen says she was raped twice by friend during movie nights
Crown: 'Mr Stainton didn’t really care if she was consenting or not, he just went ahead.'
‘Cash came in for Crays’: Couple given crayfish permit for hui illegally sold 35kg to local restaurant
Tony Magner says he's embarrassed by the fall from grace.
Five teens arrested after two service station break-ins
The five teenagers, aged 15 and 16, will appear in the Whangārei Youth Court.
Man admits beating woman whose blonde hair turned pink with blood during assaults
The man pleaded guilty to an altered charge on the second day of his trial.
‘Massive problem’: Man five times over limit drank bottle of vodka then ‘went for a drive’
The 35-year-old had been sentenced just months earlier for the same thing.
Notorious criminal Dean Wickliffe on hunger strike, alleging assault by prison guard
Dean Wickliffe started his hunger strike on March 10, seeking dignity and fair treatment.
Two men charged after man assaulted and shot in South Auckland
Police said there was no doubt the shooting was deeply concerning for neighbours.
'Trial must be brought to an end': Murder case unexpectedly halted
Only four of the 31 witnesses had testified before the trial ended.
Police seek man in relation to Ōtorohanga burglaries
Police believed he had information that could assist with inquiries.
‘Repugnant to justice’: Judge says jail only option for serial shoplifter
Kenneth Waaka didn't want media to take his photo because he was embarrassed.
Young NZ mum holidaying at Swiss ski resort no longer missing
Police told the Herald they were advised Hawley has made contact with her family.
Orere Pt Death: Police taser to provide vital video and audio for investigation
Police officers involved are being drug-tested and will be interviewed this week.
‘Exposed yourself to scrutiny’: Destiny Church-linked protesters at library pride event face court
But the seven defendants still cannot be identified.
Bullets fired into packed rural pub near Wairoa, police investigate gang links
Police are searching for a white hatchback seen in the area before the shooting.
Woman's blonde hair turned pink after partner allegedly smashed her head on concrete
The Crown says she was pushed from a moving car by her partner, and then beaten.
‘Incalculable harm’: Former Destiny Church member jailed for sexual abuse of boys in youth group
He pleaded guilty in December.