New report shines light on the shape of crime in Whanganui
A new survey has shone a light on the state of crime within the Whanganui-Manawatū region.
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Four West Coast men face raft of child sexual abuse charges and have appeared in court.
'Unexplained' death: Police race to block of flats
St John are referring all enquiries to police.
Two people found dead at house in Auckland's Pukekohe
Police will remain at the scene throughout Wednesday evening.
Police investigate fire at Auckland Countdown
Police are investigating another fire at an east Auckland Countdown today.
Counter-terrorism hui: Twitter blasted for failing to stomp out neo-Nazi group recruiting
Neo-Nazi group active on Twitter, despite being banned by Facebook.
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On the run: Police hunt concrete worker following FBI Anom sting
Police hunting for alleged senior figure in NZ organised crime group following FBI sting.
Christchurch terror attacks: Police foiled two other mass shootings
A lone actor using a vehicle, knife or gun remains the biggest threat, conference hears.
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.
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.