Gang member shot dead at church was involved in brutal kidnapping, was seeking ‘hope, healing’
At first witnesses didn't know what happened when they saw Daniel Eliu stumbling.
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Mongrel Mob ‘take over’ Christchurch Hospital ICU, visiting mother claims
Police said they were responding to a family harm incident at the hospital.
Gang prospect unable to get credit for time in custody on remand for murder
Gangster sentenced to home detention for causing crash which catapulted victim from car.
Christchurch shootings: Four gang members arrested, items seized
Police are reassuring the community the offending is taken seriously.
Timaru gang members arrested on robbery, kidnapping, drug charges
The Armed Offenders Squad helped police search a house, arresting two men, 39 and 28.
Police raid Tribesmen MC headquarters after houses shot at
The raid follows a series of targeted shootings in Christchurch.
Exclusive: Auckland Hells Angel member accused in record-breaking cocaine case
He faces the possibility of life in prison if convicted on the drug charges.
'You will almost certainly re-offend,' judge tells man whose latest crime spree ended with cyclist's death
Te Pou had just been released from prison when he embarked on more violence.
Senior Mongrel Mob member arrested in drugs operation
A senior Mongrel Mob member has been arrested.
Call for urgent 'stocktake' on emergency housing gang numbers
The Government says it helps anyone in housing need - including gang members.
Warkworth meth lab raid: Teen girl assaults cops, rifles and ammunition seized
Police carried out warrants on a property in Warkworth yesterday and Tuesday.
Homeless at 15, in prison at 16: Killer Beez member gets home detention after drive-by shootings
The gang warfare in November 2020 terrorised Ōtara over the course of a day.
Gangland: Senior Mongols figure jailed over gang pad death
Head Hunters associate died after fight at NY Eve party.
Rival gang clash: Man murdered by Mongrel Mob president
It was believed there wouldn't be any trouble between the rivals. Then one was dead.
Police seek vehicle linked to Invercargill gang shootings
One of the shootings left two teenagers seriously injured.
Comancheros meth trial: Gang leader Seiana Fakaosilea, co-defendants sentenced
He was convicted of conspiring to import a massive 600kg haul of methamphetamine.
'Chinese whispers' at play with gang rumours at top resort
There are no signs gangs are establishing in Queenstown, say police.
Christchurch police announce the seizure of gang headquarters
Police initially restrained the property in 2017, following investigations the year prior.
Gang crackdown extended, Three Waters warnings & rare protests in China | Focus Morning Bulletin: 29 November, 2022
Police crackdown on gangs extended, Three Waters entrenchment warnings were made & rare protests sweep China in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Police checkpoints at Auckland King Cobras gang gathering
Hundreds of King Cobras members have gathered at the Manhattan in Mt Roskill today.
'Nasty little secret': 501 deportees go to UN to fight Australia's 'torture' regime
'It was great to be heard. [...] the Australian government haven’t been listening.'
Mongols trial: Guilty verdicts for gun, drug possession, money laundering
The fate of the nine Mongols members has finally been decided.
The end of low interest rates, numbers on gang list surge & landslides hamper Indonesian rescuers | Focus Morning Bulletin: 23 November, 2022
Scammers siphon millions from Kiwis, low interest rates a thing of the past and wild weather warnings are in place in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
NZ records highest ever number of gang members, Hipkins claims numbers 'misleading'
There are 8357 registered gang members, representing a 56 per cent increase since 2017.
Focus: Lockdown lifted for Auckland school
Armed police responded to reports of gunshots heard at Main Rd, Huapai. Video / Michael Craig
Teen dad gave up on pro rugby dream for his family, then resentment led him to Comancheros
Samuel Halaholo was sentenced today for supply of meth and MDMA.
Head boy to meth runner: Former Blues prospect sentenced for Comancheros drug scheme
Police found $20,000 in Lemeki Namoa's bedroom and a vest with Comancheros colours.
Woman who had baby with 501 in NZ could be deported
Elizabeth Bolea has a baby with a co-defendant who was previously deported from Australia.
Jury in Mongols gang trial to begin deliberations on Wednesday
Justice Melanie Harland has been summing up the case over the past two days.
Head Hunters trial: Two convicted, three acquitted of shooting inside luxury hotel
The shooting followed days of gang warfare between the Head Hunters and Mongols.
Gang member with list of convictions denied approval to work as a security guard, despite several years on the job
Gang member who worked in security sought to have it validated but police had concerns.
Mongols trial: Judge prepares jury for likely lengthy deliberations
Justice Melanie Harland is summing up the 12-week case in the High Court at Hamilton.
Head Hunter who opened fire at hotel was lone 'numbskull', lawyers for co-defendants argue
The co-defendants weren't there for cucumber sandwiches and high tea, prosecutors assert.
Shot gang boss leaves hospital, joins vineyard party for 40th anniversary
Four days after being shot, Tribesmen boss is celebrating the gang's 40th anniversary.