'Not as it seems': Police warn 'vigilantes' after kidnapping claim spreads online
An innocent man was accosted by a member of the public as rumours spread online.
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'Outstanding': Police Commissioner celebrates mass gang arrests
Every patched member of the Christchurch Comancheros chapter has been arrested.
'Very large dent': Police say mass gang arrests have disrupted drug trade
Police arrest 18 men as part of an 8-month-long investigation.
Police speak to media about Comancheros bust
Police have arrested every patched member of the Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros. Video / NZ Herald
RSE workers killed in crash worked in Bay for three years
Their employer says they were genuine, loyal and caring men.
Watchdog launches probe after Westpac customer loses $323k in scam, bank CEO 'sorry' for huge loss
Westpac's CEO is confident it had acted appropriately and 'exercised our duty of care'.
Destiny Church scandal: New charges laid as two more victims come forward
The man now faces 18 charges in relation to five alleged victims.
Car crashes into Auckland Central apartment building
Three people were hurt after a car crashed into an apartment building on Vincent St in Central Auckland on Tuesday evening. Video / John Weekes
Arrest made after spate of aggravated robberies and burglaries
A 16-year-old teenager was charged after eight Northland businesses were targeted.
State highway to close for police investigation days after serious crash
The scene examination will include an assessment of whether the incident was deliberate.
Head Hunters set to forfeit $15m in assets following Judge's landmark ruling
Rob Lemoto, Jared Savage and Shayne Currie discuss the ruling that will see Head Hunters forfeit $15 million of profits, including their gang headquarters in Ellerslie.
Police name victim of fatal SH29 crash
The two-vehicle crash closed the highway for several hours.
Family of missing Northland fisherman remember son ‘who was our everything’
"It’s something that no mother should go through."
Westlake Boys' students injured in attack after game with rival school
One of the alleged offenders was expelled from Rosmini College last year.
Police searching for vehicle of interest in relation to Dargaville woman’s death
'Anyone who saw this vehicle or has dashcam footage ... is urged to come forward.'
Crash involving truck closes all lanes of State Highway 1
Multi-vehicle crash involving truck closes all lanes of State Highway 1 in South Auckland near Bombay. Video / Richie Maori Dread Taka
Friend of Stephen Thorpe talks about slain scientist
Jacqui Knight says the scientist killed in Blockhouse Bay attack was well respected and knowledgeable. Video | Michael Craig
Suspected intoxicated driver hits cop car
Two police officers were shaken and their patrol car is likely to be written off.
Blockhouse Bay homicide victim was 'gentle' scientist on daily walk to look for insects
The victim, aged in his early 50s, would have never hurt a fly, a colleague said.
Two injured after police vehicle and quad bike crash
The quad bike's two occupants are in 'moderate and serious conditions'.
Suspected drink-driver slams into patrol car, officers escape unscathed
A pair of police officers are shaken but unhurt after being hit by suspected drink-driver.
Police investigation launched after man dies hunting near Tolaga Bay
The man was airlifted to Gisborne Hospital in a critical condition, where he later died.
Man charged with murder after 60-year-old dies at Pātea property
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the victim died at the scene.
Please return Pixie: Owner's plea after precious vintage caravan stolen
'I just beg for those who stole it to do the right thing.'
Blockhouse Bay homicide: Victim was a ‘beautiful soul’, tennis club says
'The court was busy - it’s a vibrant, busy place on a Saturday,' a neighbour said.
Diary of an abused wife: Victim reveals why she can't just leave
Their relationship started well - but then his controlling behaviour kicked in.
Auckland Fullers worker accused of theft leaves job suddenly, police investigating
It's understood the woman was called to a meeting then left her job with immediate effect.
Blockhouse Bay homicide: Police cordon off multiple areas
Police have cordoned off the area around the Blockhouse Bay Tennis Club and recreational reserve on Rathlin St. Video / NZ Herald
Watch: 'Idiot' driver with child in car livestreams high-speed joyride across Otago
The man told viewers watching live that he was a safe driver as he hooned across Otago.
Three-vehicle accident in Te Awamutu
A serious three-vehicle accident in Te Awamutu has left one person in critical condition. Video / Jesse Wood
Police release photos of alleged thieves after pride flags cut down
Last year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.
Emergency workers rush to Auckland’s new City Rail Link for testing exercise
City Rail Link's new stations are the stage for three emergency training exercises involving police, Fenz and Hato Hone St John. Video / Jason Oxenham
Testing times: Emergency workers rush to Auckland’s new City Rail Link during rescue exercise
Onlookers watched nervously from behind safety barriers.
Dozens of pride flags cut down in Queenstown
Last year's Winter Pride festival was also marred by acts of vandalism and abuse.