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‘Brutal violence’: Gang members cause chaos in Coromandel
Locals have been left fearful after violence over the weekend.
'Monster': Gangster's victim slept with a bat after being kidnapped and beaten
'I’m going to go and get the clean-up gear and a gun,' Filthy Few member told victim.
Mongols gang pad raided by police after reports of stabbing
It comes after Mongols descended on South Island for meet-up.
Gang member was riding with ‘swarm’ of motorcyclists when he crashed into oncoming car and died
Merc Maumasi-Rihari had received his patch only days before he was killed.
Gang motorbike ride sparks police interest - and praise
Multiple infringement notices were given, a motorbike impounded and a man arrested.
Judge offended by gang member's cemetery ride past graves - but throws out charge
Mixed result for police who charged gang trio with offering an indignity to human remains.
Five minutes of mayhem: Witness recalls 'mindless' Pt Chev robbery
"When the gun went off we knew it was serious," says Harlequins Bar punter.
Mongols MC gang affiliates crash on way to Christchurch event
Police say there's a planned event in Christchurch this weekend involving the gang.
'Fear campaign': National and Act hit back over MP’s Hawke’s Bay 'mega-prison' claims
Anna Lorck claims Hawke's Bay Prison's extra land would make it a target for expansion.
Newly patched mobster carried out violent revenge attack on rival gang
Teenager was robbed by members of the Crips in a drug deal gone wrong.
Barrister Tony Bouchier takes on Act’s Law and Order policy
Former police officer turned barrister says politicians should stay out of Law and Order.
Cop who retired 13 years ago returns as Deputy Police Commissioner
Pieri Munro left police in 2010 but is back in 2023 to a high profile role.
Son killed by stranger, dad dies of a broken heart, whānau to face killer at sentencing
Jonty Douglas was helping a mate when he was stabbed to death by a stranger.
Young mum from prominent Mongrel Mob family found guilty of murder
The fatal stabbing was caught on CCTV, the Crown said, but the defence said look again.
'Learned his lesson': Jailed Auckland radio host released on home detention
Nate Nauer has been released after five months in prison.
Police seize Comancheros gang motorbikes
The bikes were seized as part of a nationwide crackdown on gangs.
Gang warfare: Killer Beez member had illegal shotgun as police investigated 21 shootings, 9 arsons
Police say 21 shootings and nine arsons occurred during a dispute with the Tribesmen.
Gang leader has $2.1m of homes, vehicles, cash stripped by police
The asset seizures follow Operation Dusk - a major police investigation in 2019-2021.
Leo Molloy installs 240-volt electric fence at bar as vandals cause $60k damage
Auckland bar owner Leo Molloy spends thousands to hot-wire his bar roof.
Number of gang members breaching home detention increased 60 per cent in six years
National says the figures are representative of a system "that has got the balance wrong".
Murder trial witness recounts ‘terrifying’ encounter with Mongrel Mob
The witness came home to find door ajar, and friend David Kuka "gasping for air".
Crown alleges Mongrel Mob trio responsible for murder to ‘avenge’ fellow gang member
The Tauranga man was shot twice just weeks after a gang member was killed at same address.
'My life will be doomed': Kiwi man set for deportation from Australia fears for his life
"I was used and abused by the gangs in NZ. My life will be doomed if I am sent back."
Gang's 'straw buyer': Man with no criminal record bought 18 guns for mobsters - police
The arrest is the latest investigation into illegal supply of firearms into black market.
Man waterboarded ex-partner after strangling her
Blair William Hurndell has been jailed for four years for assault on ex-partner.
Displaced Black Power family rehomed in Mongrel Mob territory post-cyclone
Her Black Power family was put right in the middle of Mongrel Mob territory.
Rotorua attacks: Call to confront problem head-on
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait says we must work with the families to stem crime.
Once were Warriors: Vatuvei and Faumuinā talk about life away from league
Both were considered bad boys and have been on different journeys.
Children wearing colours, meaning there is a gang influence in attacks - Tapsell
The council is spending $1.8m on security - but Tania Tapsell wants more police.
'I was freaking out': Victim tells of home invasion by teen trio
The sole occupant of the house was told he would be killed if he did not hand over cash.
Inside the police investigation exposing Mongrel Mob member's drug 'charade'
Mark Griffiths was the public face of gang's claim for positive change. It was a charade.
Former Mongrel Mob senior leader jailed for meth ring kingpin role
Mark Griffiths was a senior Waikato Mongrel Mob leader at the time of his offending.
Twice-weekly badminton date? Judge rubbishes offender's home detention expectations
The car dealer is the third and final co-defendant to score an appeal victory.