New ZealandMurder-accused claims he was armed with knife because he'd been making a steak sandwichRakai Thompson used the knife to stab his friend but says it was in self-defence.27 Nov 07:50 AM
World'Animal': Trump condemns suspected gunman after National Guard members shot in DCTrump also ordered 500 more National Guard troops into Washington, DC.27 Nov 03:01 AM
EntertainmentInside the terrifying break-in at Benny Blanco’s family homePolice say several rooms were ransacked and items stolen before suspects fled.26 Nov 06:03 PM
WorldLiverpool parade attacker pleads guilty to injuring 134 fansThe 54-year-old’s guilty plea came as prosecutors prepared to present evidence.26 Nov 05:51 PM
AucklandJury find couple not guilty of murder after ‘soldier’ stormed house with knifeThe jury was unable to reach unanimous verdicts after nearly seven hours' deliberation. 26 Nov 05:00 AM
WorldUS seeks retrial of main suspect in 1979 murder of 6-year-oldPedro Hernandez was convicted in 2017 but freed after his appeal was upheld.26 Nov 04:25 AM
New ZealandPolice renew search for man wanted over mother's deathKaren Gilbert-Palmer's car was found the morning after she was killed.26 Nov 04:15 AM
Crime'I'm here to kill you': Man jailed for trying to decapitate dad with axeFrank Harris said he lost control of his body and was sorry he tried to kill his father.26 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan seriously injured after incident outside West Auckland mallEmergency services were called to the scene about 2.40pm.26 Nov 03:11 AM
New ZealandMan charged with dangerous driving causing death of popular postie on his last day of workThe man has been granted interim name suppression and is due in court again next month. 26 Nov 02:41 AM
New ZealandWatch: Security guard in late-night K Rd fracas with patron outside G.A.Y barThe attack happened minutes after a fire forced late-night revellers to evacuate the bar.26 Nov 12:11 AM
New ZealandHow prominent exec plied girl for sex services: Uber Eats, $200 gift card, $1000 cash'If anyone finds out, we wanted to have sex and I just gave you money,' man told girl.25 Nov 11:06 PM
AucklandMan, 30, charged with arson after Waiuku recycling plant blazeThe man will appear in the Pukekohe District Court today.25 Nov 09:57 PM
CrimeLife sentence for mother's 'calculated' murder of her children she hid in suitcasesThe two children's bodies were only found in 2023, five years after the killings.25 Nov 09:46 PM
WorldSecond teen charged over fatal Sydney stabbingLocal electorate member says knife crime is 'rampant' and asks for tougher NSW laws.25 Nov 08:20 PM
AucklandTenants fought for lives after 'soldier' stormed house in Akl homicide caseThe jury has begun deliberating whether the couple are guilty or acted in self-defence.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Abhorrent': Auckland police search alleged CBD indecent assault offenderTwo offences occurred on Saturday night near Mayor Drive.25 Nov 05:52 AM
New Zealand'This is all your fault': Emotion takes hold as footage of teen's alleged murder plays at trialRakai Thompson has been accused of murdering his young friend, Te Omeka Akariri-Buckley.25 Nov 05:09 AM
WorldTeen charged with murder after 17-year-old stabbed in Sydney parkPolice say the 17-year-old suffered a single stab wound to his thigh.25 Nov 03:40 AM
New Zealand'Frenzied': Gang member stomped on inmate in pack attack while on remand for murderThe 39-year-old delivered five kicks or stomps to the victim's head in Rimutaka Prison.25 Nov 01:00 AM
WellingtonTwo more men arrested as 45-year-old killed in Waikanae is named Five people are now in custody in relation to the death of Michael Kenneth Tofts. 24 Nov 10:49 PM
Auckland'Furious and frenzied attack': Murder trial shown graphic footage of dying home invader'It was either us or him,' the woman later told police.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Don't f*** with me': Group's night of sheep rustling ends in fatal stabbing of 17yo Rakai Thompson is on trial for the alleged murder of his friend, Te Omeka Akariri-Buckley.24 Nov 06:50 AM
Wellington'Her angels will never be forgotten’: Business' tribute to Sanson childrenA Givealittle page for mother Chelsey Field has reached nearly $400,000.24 Nov 05:00 AM
WellingtonWatch: 'Smashing each other with bats': Weekend cricket game descends into violent brawlFootage shows players striking each other with bats and stumps.24 Nov 01:57 AM
World'My kid is dead … my son': Stepfather’s cry after 11-year-old killed in road rage shootingPolice say 11-year-old Brandon Dominguez was shot dead on a Las Vegas freeway.23 Nov 07:02 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow one community in South Africa tried to deal with crimeNY Times: In a rural area, both black and white neighbours jointly responded to a killing.23 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldArrest made in 1991 Texas murder after students step inNew York Times: A University of Texas criminology class re-examined the case evidence.23 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldMistaken address: Homeowner charged after fatal shot through front doorThe victim was cleaning homes with her husband to support their four children.22 Nov 02:04 AM
New ZealandMan left with nerve damage after confronting woman for her 'dangerous' parkingStevee Ormsby has been sentenced for the attack.21 Nov 10:00 PM
World‘Don’t hurt me’: Teacher recounts moment boyfriend broke her neckShe told the court the attack left her unable to walk or care for herself.21 Nov 09:15 PM
WorldWoman jailed 20 years for role in murder of Aussie, US surfers in MexicoAry Gisell Silva, 23, admitted urging accomplices to rob the three surfers.21 Nov 06:17 AM
New ZealandAlleged Maketū Mongrel Mob president among 12 facing murder chargeSome of the men charged with the murder of Zain Taikato Fox in Maketū can now be named.21 Nov 05:05 AM
New ZealandBaby murderer accused of seriously hurting another infant – this is why he won't face trialSuppression orders lift on the further charges that were laid against Michael John Topp.21 Nov 05:00 AM
