New Zealand'May provide new leads': New DNA tech could solve cold case child rape and murderThe rape and murder of Alicia O'Reilly, 6, in her own bed 45 years ago remains unsolved. 15 Aug 07:58 PM
Auckland'Several people' taken into custody after Massey assaultTwo people were injured in an incident on Colwill Rd, Massey.15 Aug 08:30 AM
New Zealand'Bad look': Schoolboy films police using phones while drivingPolice say officers can use phones if it's operationally critical.15 Aug 08:07 AM
New ZealandPolice officer spotted using phone while driving past school childrenA Hamilton schoolboy on a bus stealthily captured footage of a police officer using his phone while driving.Watch15 Aug 05:09 AM
New ZealandWatch: Man appears to smoke meth on public bus, sparking outragePolice alerted after a shocked grandmother filmed the incident on a city bus.15 Aug 05:00 AM
ChristchurchChristchurch woman fatally shot by police named A 47-year-old man remains in a critical but stable condition in hospital.15 Aug 03:25 AM
New ZealandFamily pay tribute to victim of fatal stabbing at Awakeri Hot Springs Emergency services were called to Awakeri Hot Springs at 4.30pm on Thursday.15 Aug 01:21 AM
WorldMother killed saving daughter from falling tree branch in UK parkMadia Kauser's husband and 9-year-old son were just yards ahead when the tree branch fell.15 Aug 12:29 AM
New Zealand'Living the high life': Couple accused of $1m fake cancer fraud scheme namedJones and Vave allegedly lived lavishly in Wanaka with rented properties, European cars.15 Aug 12:24 AM
WorldMelbourne double murder accused allegedly visited bottle shop 'soaked in blood'Staff claim they saw Ross Judd buy several beverages while his two dogs waited outside.15 Aug 12:06 AM
New Zealand'Our police are world class': Mark Mitchell backs cops after woman shot deadShooting a member of the public is 'worst case scenario' for any cop, minister says.14 Aug 08:33 PM
CrimeCoroner reveals why Christmas Day samurai sword killing charge droppedBaden Taikato died after a neighbour struck him through the door of an Auckland home.14 Aug 07:14 PM
New ZealandOne person critically injured, another arrested after incident near WhakatāneEmergency services were called to the scene about 4.25pm.14 Aug 07:44 AM
New Zealand'Falling from the sky': Claims of mystery pigeon poisoner on the loosePolice have investigated but have been unable to confirm the poisoning claims.14 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandWho knew what about the PM's press secretary? And why was the Beehive kept in dark?Police Commissioner Richard Chambers learnt of the case through the media.14 Aug 05:45 AM
New ZealandMental health wards in Waikato at 140% capacity, lacking community bedsA mental health nurse says some patients are sleeping on mattresses on the floor.14 Aug 05:24 AM
New Zealand'Humungous noise': Pair's narrow escape as car crashes through loungeA neighbour playing Grand Theft Auto thought at first that the chaos was from his game.14 Aug 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldSandwich assault: Man charged after throwing a sub at a federal agent in DCThe incident occurred near 14th and U Streets in Northwest DC.14 Aug 02:58 AM
CrimeWatch: 'The last thing a police officer wants to do' - top cop speaks after woman shot deadMore details emerge after two people shot by cops in Christchurch last night.14 Aug 02:48 AM
New ZealandPolice name kayaker found dead after morning outing turns tragicMatthew Taylor, 29, was the father of three young children, police say.14 Aug 02:36 AM
New ZealandWaikato road closed after truck hits pedestrian, serious injuries reportedTe Poi Rd is closed near the SH24 and SH29 intersections southeast of Matamata.14 Aug 01:57 AM
Crime'They had their troubles': Friends shaken after woman fatally shot by police, man criticalMultiple investigations underway after police shoot two people in Christchurch last night.13 Aug 11:15 PM
NRLWhy police questioned Kiwi league star Brandon Smith at airportThe incident overshadowed his 150th NRL appearance for the South Sydney Rabbitohs.13 Aug 10:19 PM
WorldUK police advised to disclose ethnicity, nationality of suspectsFalse claims about a Muslim suspect led to riots and unrest last year.13 Aug 10:10 PM
Crime'Fortunate no one injured': Armed police swarm Manurewa after firearm pointed at officersPolice were initially trying to urge a different person to register their quad bike. 13 Aug 09:16 PM
WorldNearly 150 people report crimes by ex-Harrods boss to UK policeScotland Yard is reviewing how it handled previous investigations into Mohamed Al-Fayed.13 Aug 08:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Like shopping on Temu': Codewords used to sell illegal guns and drugs on FacebookPolice say emerging drugs like 'lean' are also being sold on social media.13 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldPolice facial recognition vans to hunt criminals in UKTen vehicles will be equipped with live facial recognition technology.13 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDealer offered to sell party drug fantasy by the litreSalisbury offered to sell fantasy by the litre, and meth.13 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandTeen charged in fatal high-speed Kumeū crash Elliot New, 16, died in hospital on July 1 after the single-vehicle crash in late June.13 Aug 06:25 AM
New ZealandPM's former press secretary told to inform employer himself after filming allegationsMichael Forbes resigned after recording sessions with Wellington sex workers.13 Aug 05:42 AM
WellingtonWellington CBD supermarket's liquor licence suspended for selling booze to teenFoodstuffs says it is "disappointed" and will work with staff on training.13 Aug 04:32 AM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to small aircraft with engine issues Three fire engines attended the scene of the emergency at Palmerston North Airport.13 Aug 04:31 AM
Entertainment$50k worth of popular toy stolen in USSpecial Labubu dolls can sell for up to NZ$16,816 each on eBay.13 Aug 03:54 AM
