Superintendent Bruce Bird says all three attacks were targeted and the community is safe.

The officer at the centre of the incident believes his actions were justified.

Exclusive: Eight people have died on the roads so far this year in police pursuits.

A man involved in a car crash in Dunedin late this afternoon has died.

Man left one couple $60k out of pocket and almost ended another couple's marriage plans.

The two men fled once the Tui Dairy shopkeeper activated the cannon.

"They are not allegations. It is their truth," - Anihera Zhou Black.

As part of the investigation, police were searching a residential address in Hamilton.

Members of the public claim to know the firebug who attacked an Auckland petrol station.

Demetrius Pairama's body was found at a house in Mangere, South Auckland, on Sunday.

A Givealittle page to support the family with funeral costs has raised over $7000.

A 33yo woman is due to appear in court in relation to a fatal crash in Levin on Monday.

A high profile Kiwi entertainer has appeared in court again after alleged wife assault

James Cooper, guilty of the manslaughter of Javed Mills, has been released on parole.

All three Auckland policing districts now had access to the restorative justice initiative

Sources say two young men put their lives on the line to protect Kahlee Marfell

"In my rear view mirror and there were just trucks and cars swerving out of the way."

An extended delay in effective CPR led to brain injury and death.

The police dog is recovering well at home with his handler.

Police initially started investigating the officer after his ex-girlfriend complained.

Hamilton Police are still investigating the fatal shooting in Melville

Do you recognise this man? If so, police want to know.

He posed as someone trying to help, then at the nearest opportunity did the unthinkable.

Police are not treating the death as a homicide and still seek information.

Kahlee Marfell tells friends she is preparing to farewell "the love of my life".

Two people reported lost in Hooker Valley about 7pm were found safe a short time later.

Boys fire air gun at fence and then turn it on cops.

Police urge those who are wrestling with their conscience "to do the right thing".

Police treating the death as unexplained and hope to provide an update this afternoon.

Dashcam footage shows the driver attempt to evade police, pulling out onto SH3.