Investigations into police use of force increase in one major city by 300% since 2016
Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland have had huge increases since 2016.
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Wellington house fire: Police seek help following suspicious blaze
One person was taken to hospital after two properties were destroyed.
Man who died in police custody named
The death has been reported to IPCA, Worksafe and the Coroner.
Chopped: Kiwi Beer Fest axed due to 'untenable' police and DHB conditions
There haven't been any arrests or treatment for alcohol harm during the event's two years.
MIQ staffing impacts rollout of new police recruits
Police said some regions would have to wait for new cops due to MIQ commitments.
Kimleang Youn death: Man seen at petrol station ruled out
Police continue to investigate the death of Kimleang Youn, 28.
NZ spy boss warning: Mosque shootings could inspire another extremist
Biggest threat comes from "lone actor", NZ's first counter terrorism hui hears.
Police: Rising concern over crime in emergency housing
'Increased public unease about housing special needs persons and families in motels.'
Driver charged 10 months after fatal Arrowtown crash
A 22-year-old woman will appear in court in relation to the death of Allanah Walker.
Truck breakdown blocks Auckland Harbour Bridge lane
The truck has been blocking the left lane since 12.30pm.
Thin blue online: Cops scanning social media for crime
Police use at least three tools to search social media activity but won't say what ones.
Whangārei homicide: 20 yr old man charged with murder
Police speaking to witnesses and conducting a scene examination today.
Driver at large after allegedly pointing firearm and stealing car
Locals are being asked to report suspicious behaviour.
'All round top bloke': Tributes flow for victim of fatal Hawke's Bay crash
Tributes flow online for Hawke's Bay man killed while unloading equipment.
Man dies shortly after being taken into police custody
Police working with health officials to investigate man's death.
SH5 reopens after truck and trailer crash
A crane was brought in to help with the removal.
Police continue to taser animals after Oamaru goat outrage
Figures released show show 64 animals have been tasered in last five years
Constable Matthew Hunt remembered: 'I miss everything about him, every day' says mum
A year after he was killed, the mother of the slain police officer reveals her pain.
Bomb threat forces Mitre 10 staff out of office in Albany
Police have advised the hardware retailer to keep staff out until further notice.
Police seize weapons, meth and gang patches in locker
A 27-year-old man was arrested and charged with unlawfully possessing the firearms.
Person in critical condition after being hit by car in Pakuranga
A woman has been taken to Auckland City Hospital.
Four killed in horror crash named by police
Three of the people were from Christchurch and one from Auckland.
Police mental health and addiction referrals to ED soar in south Auckland
In the past, cops picking up a drunk person would leave them in a cell to sleep it off.
Operation Trojan Shield: Two accused reappear, remanded in custody
The accused face a combined total of 80 charges.
'You killed my dad': Up to 30 people handcuffed after fatal hit and run
A witness saw up to 30 people handcuffed by police.
Wanted: FBI charge NZ fugitive with distributing Anom devices
Kiwi living in Thailand allegedly distributed encryption devices to global crime figures.
Police Commissioner 'no-show' leaves Te Pāti Māori 'disgusted'
'For the Commissioner to do a complete no-show on Te Pāti Māori is disgusting.'
St Peter's School bomb scare: How the night unfolded
Former principal could only refer police to the COO when told of the bomb threat.
Two more in court over Operation Trojan Shield drug bust
Two more men have appeared in court in relation to Operation Trojan Shield.
Operation Trojan Shield: Why did cops spill on fake phone app?
The 'sting of the century' has resulted in 800 arrests worldwide, including across NZ.
Watch: The app that caught out international gangsters
Police have revealed more about the Anom app that brought down gangsters.
Gang allegedly bought catamaran to meet mothership off NZ coast
The criminals thought they were protected by a 'shield of impenetrable encryption'.