New ZealandMan injured in fight at Hutt Hospital diesThe victim suffered a brain injury in the fight.19 Jan 07:26 PM
New ZealandMan critically injured outside music star's Auckland concertA man was arrested and charged with wounding with intent to injure.17 Jan 05:40 AM
Crime'My baby!': Protective mother shielded 3yo as masked strangers invaded motel room, swinging batThe attack stopped only after the bat split in two.17 Jan 05:04 AM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after fight near central Auckland train stationPolice say the offender fled the scene after the incident and is on the run.17 Jan 04:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police officers perform powerful haka for slain colleague Lyn FlemingSenior Sergeant Lyn Fleming was farewelled by family, friends and colleagues today.16 Jan 03:22 AM
CrimeMan, 28, charged with murder of Thames victim, appears in courtMaxwell Connor died earlier this week following an alleged altercation.16 Jan 03:11 AM
WorldEx's disturbing search history after mum of two goes missingPolice are searching a landfill facility after a chilling find in man's online activity.14 Jan 06:21 AM
Crime‘Furious and violent’: Masseuse assaulted in motel after refusing refundJudge calls attack 'sustained and gratuitous' over money dispute.14 Jan 05:01 AM
New ZealandNia Glassie's murderer: 'Still using drugs, still being violent'Michael Curtis has served more than 17 years for the murder of Nia Glassie.13 Jan 04:03 PM
CrimeAvondale murder case: Auckland man's identity withheld to inform family in ChinaThe woman was found dead inside an Avondale home over the weekend.13 Jan 12:25 AM
New Zealand'Degrading': Man drags naked partner outside, pours boiling water over herSimon Kereopa then told his partner 'you deserve it, and that’s what you get'.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland hospital ramping up security after nurse assaultedA patient attempted to strangle an ED nurse at Middlemore Hospital.10 Jan 10:22 PM
New ZealandPatient who tried to strangle nurse was not provoked - reportA 23-year-old man has been charged with attempted strangulation.10 Jan 06:15 AM
New ZealandYoung murderers: The cycle of violence and neglect revealedMurderers shared common backgrounds of abuse and violence.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandName suppression extended for man charged with murder of Nelson policewomanThe 32-year-old is set to appear in the High Court at Nelson next month.09 Jan 06:05 AM
New ZealandWitnesses sought after alleged murderer drives child's body to police stationA 37-year-old man appeared in court on Monday charged with murder.07 Jan 09:08 PM
OpinionChelsea Daniels'Don't be like the US,' Columbine victim's father warns as NZ Govt looks to alter gun lawsA father who lost his son in the Columbine school massacre 25 years ago has a warning.07 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldTeen dies after 'fake doctor' performs operation using YouTube tutorialHis parents rushed him to hospital expecting good care. Hours later he was dead.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice go door-to-door, seek CCTV after child’s body driven to police stationNeighbours say the normally quiet street is filled with police activity.07 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand'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.'06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCounties Manukau Police are investigating the death of a young child overnightA 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.Watch05 Jan 06:08 PM
CrimeVerbal abuse, intimidation and brawls: Courtroom chaos as violence escalates Court violence surges with 450 assaults in five years; security breaches under scrutiny.04 Jan 05:25 PM
New ZealandMan accused of murdering policewoman to keep name secret for seven daysThe 32-year-old faces eight charges in relation to the New Year's Day incident.02 Jan 11:16 PM
New ZealandMy sister was insane: Brother of 'Heavenly Creatures' teen murderess shares story on Herald podcast A Moment In CrimeJonathan Hulme wants to get his sister's trial outcome altered.02 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandNelson policewoman death: Man charged with murder, in court todayThe 32-year-old faces seven additional charges.02 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWitnesses describe ‘heart-wrenching screams’ in Hamilton attack that killed childFairfield residents recall grim details of the violent incident early on New Year's Day.01 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeHomicide investigation underway after child killed, others injuredForensics investigators are at the scene of a serious incident in the Hamilton suburb of Fairfield. Video / Dean Purcell / SuppliedWatch31 Dec 07:13 PM
New Zealand2024's high-profile court stories: Gangs, illegal prostitution and an infamous murderWe look back on serious court cases and a parole hearing with a twist.31 Dec 03:58 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information on Lower Hutt assault from public, sightings of teenage boyThe assault happened about 11am Saturday at Avalon Park. 31 Dec 06:39 AM
New ZealandArmed person on the loose on North Shore: One person seriously injured in assaultPolice say the alleged offender is armed with a weapon other than a gun. 31 Dec 12:39 AM
New ZealandPolice seek victim after assault at Hawke’s Bay racing eventPolice seek assault victim for welfare check after incident at Livamol Classic Raceday.31 Dec 12:13 AM
New ZealandThe confession that provided new hope in a 50-year-old cold caseA Herald investigation in 2019 uncovered fresh evidence in a 50-year-old unsolved murder.30 Dec 05:00 PM
World‘Particularly vile’: China court hands boy life sentence for murdering classmateThe bullied classmate was killed in an abandoned greenhouse.30 Dec 05:15 AM
New ZealandPolice name woman who died after Ngāruawāhia brawl, urge witnesses to speak upPolice are 'committed to identifying who is responsible'.30 Dec 03:06 AM
