Fleeing drivers ‘deliberately taunting’ police by live-streaming their escapades
Trend emerges amid a dramatic increase in drivers fleeing police.
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Man faces court after giving sibling’s name to police
Man allegedly gives brother’s details when pulled over for drink-driving.
Mob leader to stay in jail after loaded gun found in car during gang tensions
He says he took the gun off someone else because he was 'concerned about public safety'.
'Appalling driving' - US finance manager spent 10 min on wrong side of road before crash
Finance manager Brett Reck forks out $26k contribution to cost of damage from crash.
Repeat drink driver caught drinking can of beer while behind the wheel
Wayne Gardner just isn't getting the message that he can't drink and drive.
Watch: UFC star Israel Adesanya in hot water after mocking police prosecutor online
Fighter thanked judge after second discharge before ridiculing police on Instagram.
Why is Generation Z less likely to end up behind bars?
Despite youth crime fears, the stats tell a very different story within a generation.
Police shot at during pursuit to help teen avoid arrest on bail
The 18-year-old was involved in the armed robbery of two bottle stores.
UFC star Israel Adesanya avoids drink-driving conviction
He pleaded guilty at his first appearance in September.
Woman tried to run down ex who was meant to be home watching their kids
Mariana Tehana thought he had left the children at home alone so he could go to town.
Teens arrested after crashing into car, driving on wrong side of motorway
The two teenagers, allegedly in a stolen car, fled 18km from Newmarket to Whenuapai.
Australian Olympian honoured with emotional tribute
Melissa Hoskins was remembered at the Australian road championships.
Letters: Questions about our marine environment - and New Zealand art
OPINION: "Issues need to be resolved - not just for snapper anglers but the whole planet."
'Simply unacceptable': Nine dead on Rotorua roads in 2023
Someone is killed on Bay of Plenty roads about every 10 days.
Teens flee police across Auckland: Car spiked twice, breaks down on motorway
Four teens were arrested after one incident and an 18yo is in custody after another.
'A tragic time': Horrific final moments of Olympian’s life revealed
New details have emerged regarding the final moments of Hoskins’ life.
Police frustrated by death toll on roads
Police plead with drivers to take extra care ahead of holidays following a tragic weekend.
Name suppression lapses for builder accused of causing 70yo woman's death
A manslaughter trial is slated for August.
Driving tickets soar despite missed mobile speed camera target
Fines for driving while texting have now increased threefold.
Kiwi driver accused of killing five people in horror Aussie beer garden crash
William Swale was born in New Zealand and reportedly made his fortune in IT.
Pedestrian in serious condition following serious crash in Parnell
Emergency services were notified over the accident around 4.30pm.
'Worst driving ever seen': Judge slams driver's meth-filled ram-rage
Douglas Scott is no longer in a relationship with the woman.
Checkpoints set up anywhere, anytime over summer
Colin Crawford from the Auckland Police Impairment Prevention Team and his team have established a checkpoint on Saleyards Rd Otahuhu. Video / Hayden Woodward
Drivers urged to make better decisions after man stopped twice on same night over legal breath alcohol limit
“Decisions, decisions: Drivers, are you ready for this challenge?”
Death of man whose body wasn't found for nearly a year remains unexplained
Joel Linwood died after fleeing police following a crash in 2021.
Cars banned in some streets to curb 'anti-social' drivers
A Waikato council is banning cars on some streets to deal with bad drivers.
'Who's the a**hole?': Threatening note left over car parking
The business card criticised their parking and carried a threat.
Motorist pleads not guilty to killing unborn child during illegal street race
Police said the defendant hit a pregnant pedestrian during a street race.
Police seek vehicle of interest in street race stabbing
Police are looking for a white BMW sedan they believe was involved in the incident.
'Dangerous manoeuvres': Why passenger was charged over police chase
Libby Ker biffed a bottle out of the fleeing car's window at a police car.
Govt dept apologises for using 'privacy' to avoid questions over Kiri Allan crash
Internal Affairs department still will not provide an answer on whether the taxpayer pays.
Triple the limit at 10am: Drink drivers blowing 'ridiculous' levels
'These people are sharing the roads with our family, our friends, and our colleagues.'
Twelve arrests made overnight in Waikato after illegal street racing
Two people were also stabbed shortly after midnight in the Matamata area.