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Man charged with murder of Dayne Rademakers in Palmerston North
The accused was arrested in Shannon today and is due to appear in court tomorrow.
Unprovoked killing: Youth social worker stabbed stranger with knives in both fists
Joshua Timoti was suffering psychosis, but what role did methamphetamine play?
Christchurch homicide: Alleged killer keeps name secret for now
The 38-year-old was found dead on a Christchurch street.
Dunedin death: ‘No one deserves to die like that’
Gurjit Singh died as a result of multiple stab wounds inflicted with a sharp instrument.
'Do the right thing by Baby Ru', police urge
Police say they are 'absolutely committed' to getting justice.
'Callous and brutal': Man fatally beaten in his own home by Mobster
The blows in the attack, which was over drugs, could be heard from the street.
'He was a ticking time bomb': Man stabbed sex worker over $250 drug debt
Tahi-O-Hurae Rangiawha took his grievance into his own hands with serious consequences.
Head Hunters-linked duo appear in Auckland court together for first time on murder charge
Samuel Curle died weeks after he was found on the Kaipara Coast Highway in November.
Pair deny attempted murder after innocent family caught in crossfire
An upstanding family man was lucky to dodge death in one of the Comanchero shootings.
Christchurch homicide probe: Police search Avon River for gun
The 38-year-old was found dead on a Christchurch street.
'Lady-hunts' and drink-spiking claims: What we learned from the Black Coast Vanishings
Other women say they have been chased and “stalked like prey” by men in Piha.
High-profile NZ musician bailed on family violence charges
He was granted interim name suppression today, citing potential reputational damage.
Dunedin mystery death: Concerned wife phoned friend from India after calls went unanswered
A friend went to check on Gurjit Singh and found him dead in pool of blood.
Fatal shooting victim named
Police received reports a man had been shot. He later died from his injuries.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
It comes as assaults on staff at Bay of Plenty hospitals have been rising.
'Your confidence takes a hammering': Nurse speaks out about verbal abuse from patients
She is calling for the "long-term" increase of extra security guards at hospitals.
Woman 'died of a violent act', homicide investigation launched
Helen Gregory, 79, was found deceased in her home.
'Terrified': Alabama first-of-its-kind execution takes 22 minutes, shocking observers
Kenneth Eugene Smith was pronounced dead in what some called a cruel execution method.
Meth addict babysitter claims wheelchair tumble caused baby’s 60-plus injuries
The long-time criminal needed a wheelchair after fleeing police and crashing a motorbike.
Australian woman accused of trying to kill 7-year-old girl in fiery car crash
The woman and girl were pulled from the burning vehicle by passersby.
Former All Black's decade of repeated drunken violence against women
Byron Kelleher faces charges for an alleged assault against partner.
'We should have done more': Police admit failures in Nottingham killings
Valdo Calocane was ‘unlawfully at large’ when he attacked in 2023, killing three.
Police make arrest over Christchurch father's killing
The 38-year-old was found dead on a Christchurch street three weeks ago.
One-armed hitchhiker killer used online dating sites to contact women while on parole
Shane Hoko was kicked out of an accomodation provider for not following its rules.
Three charged after birthday party murder
A group of people have been charged with murder and attempted murder.
Man tries to push partner out of car on SH1 at high speed
A motorist followed Jason Marino for 13 minutes along State Highway 1 south of Hamilton.
Mother of 17yo torture-murder victim sentenced for daylight hammer attacks
One of the victims was hit over the head while walking down Queen St.
Petrol station worker assaulted by hammer-wielding robbers
The offender's hammer narrowly missed the man's head during the assault.
Police speak to person in relation to Rangitīkei homicide investigation
The Rangitīkei shooting follows another in Palmerston North - inquiries are ongoing.
Homicide investigation launched in Palmerston North
A scene examination is being completed today at the Coromandel Court address.
Woman in tears as she appears in court charged with murdering gang member
She is accused of murdering a Mongrel Mob member, Te Reo Wickcliffe-Heta.
'I can't send this man to jail': Judge's conundrum in sentencing machete attacker
Jaden Minhinnick sliced off his neighbour's earlobe and left him with a broken arm.
'Cycle of abuse': Former All Black's ex-fiancee tells of relationship
His ex-fiancée is breaking her silence following more allegations from another woman.