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‘King hit:’ Woman who tried to walk away from aggressive partner knocked to ground
Judge: 'No woman should ever feel unsafe when they are with their partner'.
Two judges shot dead at Iran’s Supreme Court
A person with a handgun entered the room of the two judges and shot them, spokesman says
Ex's disturbing search history after mum of two goes missing
Police are searching a landfill facility after a chilling find in man's online activity.
‘Furious and violent’: Masseuse assaulted in motel after refusing refund
Judge calls attack 'sustained and gratuitous' over money dispute.
Nia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'
Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.
Avondale murder case: Auckland man's identity withheld to inform family in China
The woman was found dead inside an Avondale home over the weekend.
'Degrading': Man drags naked partner outside, pours boiling water over her
Simon Kereopa then told his partner 'you deserve it, and that’s what you get'.
Auckland hospital ramping up security after nurse assaulted
A patient attempted to strangle an ED nurse at Middlemore Hospital.
Patient who tried to strangle nurse was not provoked - report
A 23-year-old man has been charged with attempted strangulation.
Young murderers: The cycle of violence and neglect revealed
Murderers shared common backgrounds of abuse and violence.
Name suppression extended for man charged with murder of Nelson policewoman
The 32-year-old is set to appear in the High Court at Nelson next month.
Witnesses sought after alleged murderer drives child's body to police station
A 37-year-old man appeared in court on Monday charged with murder.
'Don't be like the US,' Columbine victim's father warns as NZ Govt looks to alter gun laws
A father who lost his son in the Columbine school massacre 25 years ago has a warning.
Teen dies after 'fake doctor' performs operation using YouTube tutorial
His parents rushed him to hospital expecting good care. Hours later he was dead.
Police go door-to-door, seek CCTV after child’s body driven to police station
Neighbours say the normally quiet street is filled with police activity.
'Black mark on our country': Two children allegedly murdered in tragic start to 2025
'We’ve got to do something to turn it around. It’s just not good enough.'
Counties Manukau Police are investigating the death of a young child overnight
A man arrived at the Manukau Police Station about 1am on Monday 6 January, where he spoke to police staff, leading to the discovery of a deceased child in the vehicle.
Verbal abuse, intimidation and brawls: Courtroom chaos as violence escalates
Court violence surges with 450 assaults in five years; security breaches under scrutiny.
Man accused of murdering policewoman to keep name secret for seven days
The 32-year-old faces eight charges in relation to the New Year's Day incident.
My sister was insane: Brother of 'Heavenly Creatures' teen murderess shares story on Herald podcast A Moment In Crime
Jonathan Hulme wants to get his sister's trial outcome altered.
Nelson policewoman death: Man charged with murder, in court today
The 32-year-old faces seven additional charges.
Witnesses describe ‘heart-wrenching screams’ in Hamilton attack that killed child
Fairfield residents recall grim details of the violent incident early on New Year's Day.
Homicide investigation underway after child killed, others injured
Forensics investigators are at the scene of a serious incident in the Hamilton suburb of Fairfield. Video / Dean Purcell / Supplied
2024's high-profile court stories: Gangs, illegal prostitution and an infamous murder
We look back on serious court cases and a parole hearing with a twist.
Police appeal for information on Lower Hutt assault from public, sightings of teenage boy
The assault happened about 11am Saturday at Avalon Park.
Armed person on the loose on North Shore: One person seriously injured in assault
Police say the alleged offender is armed with a weapon other than a gun.
Police seek victim after assault at Hawke’s Bay racing event
Police seek assault victim for welfare check after incident at Livamol Classic Raceday.