Semi-automatic guns sold by Defence Force being used by gangs
More than 170 military-style semi-automatic guns have been seized by police.
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Spur-of-the-moment decision led to fatal shooting of John Harris
Nicky Dodd was sentenced to four years, four months for manslaughter.
Heavy police presence in Stokes Valley after gang shooting
Police also received reports of multiple gunshots, but it turned out this was fireworks.
Tribal Huk leader bailed on violence charges
Tribal Huk leader Jamie Pink will fight violence charges after the August 8 attack.
Tribal Huk's Jamie Pink charged over alleged 'de-patching' assault
Tribal Huk president Jamie Pink faces two charges after the alleged assault in August.
From Brazil beach to Kiwi prison: Young mum caught smuggling cocaine
The Government assigned an extra $54.2m to help Customs combat drug cartels targeting NZ.
Jarrod Gilbert: Fitness programme Patu Aotearoa a step into light
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Police warn moped criminals: 'We can ram you off bikes'
London police officers given the green light to fight back against moped criminals.
Drug bust: Senior Head Hunters gang member in court
Man was among 11 arrested following a major police operation.
Killer Beez boss charged after alleged parole breach
Killer Beez gang boss charged with breaching his parole conditions 2 months after release.
Courtroom violence brings calls to end strike action
A brawl erupted at the Christchurch District Court when men rushed the dock.
Double sentence for third striker who 'terrorised' tourist
But judge rules maximum sentence without parole to be manifestly unjust.
Chaos in court: Gang members clash as accused denies murder
Security staff and police officers were out in full force and they needed to be
Watch: Head Hunters use kids to promote gang life in 'recruitment' video
The shock video showcases NZ rapper Kings' music and uses young kids to recruit.
Loaded, cocked pistol found in taxi after Head Hunter stabs two men
An eagle-eyed camera operator spotted gun in gangster's hand after he slashed two victims.
Second arrest for murder of King Cobras gang member
Scene examination at Telegraph Road will continue today
Two more men in court over death of Whanganui man Kevin Ratana
A 27yo was in Whanganui District Court and a 31yo in the Lower Hutt District Court today.
Two Black Power members charged with Whanganui murder
Two arrests for murder of Whanganui Mongrel Mob member Kevin Ratana
Reformed mobster: Gang members think prison is 'fun'
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Gang grabs man's 3yo daughter while shooting at him
The man had been with his daughter in the Bronx when he was accosted by three men.
Backpackers smuggle cocaine into NZ in Irish drug ring
NZ police seize bank account in global investigation to target notorious Kinahan cartel.
'They're wrecking our town': Te Kuiti on edge after gang members bailed
Gang violence in Te Kuiti has been "ugly" but the relief over four arrests is palpable.
Te Kuiti: A town on the edge as police crack down on gangs
Te Kuiti residents and business owners relieved at police raid netting gangsters and guns.
Inmate sentenced after guards walk free
A bloody brawl resulted in three prisoners and three guards being charged.
Murdered man's father: Get tougher on gangs
Retired police officer Graham Bell and Rendall Jack say police are too soft on gangs.
Mongrel Mob raids: More arrests in police crackdown
New raids as national organised crime detectives monitor new players in town's drug trade.
Killer of convicted sex offender denied parole
A man jailed for the murder of a convicted paedophile has been refused parole
'Rogue' Tribal Huk members accused of fatal shooting
Tribal Huk president Jamie Pink confirmed ex members have been blamed for the shooting.
Hospital shooting: Two face court after arrests
White van believed used in shooting recovered, along with firearms and ammunition.
Your view: Racetracks for the chop; Castlecliff needs help; McCain not such a good guy
Readers have their say: Racetracks; aggro in Castlecliff; John McCain; and rates rip-offs
Violence and intimidation at prison needs urgent action
Random inspection finds violence and intimidation at Whanganui Prison.
Gang president accused of helping destroy car involved in killing
Mongrel Mob member alleged to have helped destroy a vehicle involved in a killing.