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Attacked waiting for bus: Boy left bruised, needing psychological help
Police investigating two separate attacks within half an hour at West Auckland station.
Woman accused of killing 79-year-old Wellington woman charged with fraud
The matter will be heard alongside the murder charge at the High Court next month.
Jarrod Gilbert: Three Strikes policy upends foundations of our justice system
OPINION: Three Strikes sends a strong message. But does it do much more than that?
Pair who fled on motorbike sought after burglary in Māngere
The incident happened about 9.15am in South Auckland.
Newmarket jewellers hit with second ram-raid in nine days
An Auckland jewellery store has been ram-raided by thieves for a second time in just over a week.
Crime down but homelessness still an issue in Auckland CBD
Police in Auckland say they're focused on ensuring people feel safe coming into the city.
'We've been told they're carrying knives' - Youth violence in Auckland suburb
Offenders as young as 11 are targeting lone boys.
AI mistaking Māori woman as thief no surprise to experts
The woman was shopping at a Rotorua New World when she was asked to leave the store.
Police investigating unexplained death in Dunedin
Initial indications suggest the deceased may have been at the scene for some time.
Knife-wielding carjacker near hospital nabbed by police
The offender grabbed a woman out of her vehicle and held her at knife point, police said.
Stolen car spiked, but spikes stolen after CHB car chase
Police managed to spike the stolen hatchback.
Six heroes in the wake of the horrific Bondi Junction stabbings
The six people who died after the mall stabbing attacks in Sydney have been named.
Dunedin woman's alleged police scanner hijinks leads to arrest
The 48-year-old woman was partying with friends.
NZ stabbing survivor sends condolences to Sydney mall victims
Dallas Wilson was stabbed four times while working at a Dunedin Countdown in 2021.
Watch: Ram raiders smash their way into Newmarket jeweller
Ram raiders smashed their way into a Newmarket jeweller on Friday night. Video / Supplied
Watch: Baby-carrying mum’s shoplifting attempt foiled; Pak'nSave staff praised
The confronting video shows a 'sad reality' that is becoming more common, Foodstuffs says.
Invercargill mayor calls public meeting over 'inappropriate' youth crime
Some youngsters feel "bulletproof", mayor says.
Three Strikes: A law that targets the 'most predictable of the most predictable'
Three Strikes laws are making a comeback. But should they?
Naked man, 79, arrested for indecent act at Dunedin beach
Police found the man "still naked" in a bushy area above the beach.
Dating app stalker moved next door to victim and bought the same dog and car
Martin Gunn, 51, harassed woman he met on dating app after she just wanted to be friends.
Diary of an officer: Why police are moving to Australia
Police have rejected the Government’s pay offers. Here's why.
Murder charge: Man arrested after body found in burnt-out car in Flaxmere
Arrest made after body found in car.
Focus: Gang member killed in Gisborne birthday brawl
Black Power member Kane Taare Gray has been named as one of those who died. Video / NZHerald
Gisborne brawl, mental health calls and Cyclone Gabrielle review | Focus Morning Bulletin March 26, 2024
Gang member killed in Gisborne brawl named, cops prepare to pull back from distress calls and the Prime Minister addresses findings of Cyclone Gabrielle review in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZHerald
Focus: Gisborne 21st birthday deaths
About 100 people were involved in a massive fight in Gisborne after two gatecrashers arrived at a 21st birthday party. Two people were killed and three others were critically injured. Video / TVNZ / NZHerald
Port plans, Gisborne brawl and SailGP | Focus Morning Bulletin March 25, 2024
Prominent figures oppose plan for Port of Auckland, what is believed to have started the fatal mass brawl in Gisborne and SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts faces backlash in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / TVNZ / SailGP
Convicted killer of Christchurch teen appears before Parole Board
Connor Whitehead, 16, was shot dead at a party in Christchurch in 2021.
School rivalry: Teens charged after brutal bottle attack on student
Boys referred to Youth Aid as police vow to take hard line on violent assaults.
Family of Nga Reo call for police update on homicide case
It is now five months since the little boy died. No one has yet been charged.
Man arrested after five arsons across Auckland in eight months
Four of the fires were at residential properties, causing considerable damage.
Armed police outside Tauranga Hospital
Armed police outside Tauranga Hospital on Thursday morning. Video / Alex Cairns
Focus: Retail industry begs for more action
Six retail staff a day complained to police last year that they'd been assaulted. Video / NZHerald
Retail crime, police staff and William speaks about Kate | Focus Morning Bulletin March 20, 2024
Retailers beg for action as assaults on workers spike, how backroom hiring freeze could put front-line cops off the street and what Prince William had to say about his wife at a recent event in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZHerald / TMZ