US man captured after three-decade long manhunt
The 32-year search concluded after the FBI received a tip.
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The political parties’ porkies behind the recession, prison and gangs
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'Without tattoo removal a lot of the guys don’t stand a chance'.
'Unprovoked attack': US cops reveal details of Kiwi TikTok star's attempted murder
The Invercargill native is likely to be deported after his lengthy sentence.
The instigators, the negotiator and the followers: All but one Waikeria prison rioter now jailed
One rioter was in care at 11, expelled at 12, drinking at 13 and committing crime at 14.
Letele to food thieves: ‘Knock on the door, bro, we’ll give you kai’
Community advocate Dave Letele says hungry kids will miss out after foodbank is burgled.
Pāremoremo prison assault leaves one person in hospital
The person was sent to Auckland Hospital in serious condition.
US Man accused in deaths of 22 elderly women killed by cellmate
'My mother died in fear, there’s some relief in feeling that he didn’t get off easily.'
Māori make up half of those charged with murder on electronic bail
EM Bail is monitored by Corrections and enforced by police.
Labour dumps prison population reduction target
The party doesn’t have a target for the next term, Chris Hipkins says.
'Fear campaign': National and Act hit back over MP’s Hawke’s Bay 'mega-prison' claims
Anna Lorck claims Hawke's Bay Prison's extra land would make it a target for expansion.
Another fugitive drama unfolds after Pennsylvania prisoner captured
The most recent escapee, Christopher Haynes, has been on the run for a week.
Barrister Tony Bouchier takes on Act’s Law and Order policy
Former police officer turned barrister says politicians should stay out of Law and Order.
Thousands of Department of Corrections staff plan strikes over pay offer
More than 94 per cent of members in both unions voted to strike.
Reincarceration likely for released prisoners lacking stable housing - study
Accommodation on the outside is hard to obtain.
Son killed by stranger, dad dies of a broken heart, whānau to face killer at sentencing
Jonty Douglas was helping a mate when he was stabbed to death by a stranger.
'It’s a matter of time': Elusive US prison escapee steals van and contacts ex-co-workers
Authorities have described Cavalcante as extremely dangerous.
'Learned his lesson': Jailed Auckland radio host released on home detention
Nate Nauer has been released after five months in prison.
UK inmate awaiting terrorism trial escapes prison by strapping himself to food delivery truck
The former British soldier still remains at large amid concerns he may flee the country.
'Extremely dangerous': Manhunt for killer who escaped US prison continues
The killer has been spotted five times since he escaped on Thursday.
Number of gang members breaching home detention increased 60 per cent in six years
National says the figures are representative of a system "that has got the balance wrong".
Killer on the run spotted by surveillance cameras in Philadelphia town
Convicted murderer of ex-girlfriend escaped while waiting for a prison transfer.
‘You destroyed my children’s lives’: Man filmed himself sexually violating kids
One of the victims has gone from being a happy boy to being violent and depressed.
Man waterboarded ex-partner after strangling her
Blair William Hurndell has been jailed for four years for assault on ex-partner.
Disruption caused by Waikeria prison riots to continue for two years
The $50 million disaster stretched six days and resulted in 17 inmates charged.
Youth justice staff charged with encouraging MMA-style fight between residents caught on video
The former employees could face up to 10 years' prison if found guilty.
Once were Warriors: Vatuvei and Faumuinā talk about life away from league
Both were considered bad boys and have been on different journeys.
'I was freaking out': Victim tells of home invasion by teen trio
The sole occupant of the house was told he would be killed if he did not hand over cash.
Prime Minister weighs in on ankle bracelets following 'damning' report
It comes after the Herald revealed concerns about bailees 'foiling' their bracelets.
Former High Court Judge: What critics of sentences do not understand
OPINION: A former High Court Judge puts the case for understanding the judiciary.
Minister responds after leaked report into ‘foiled’ ankle bracelets
It comes after the Herald revealed concerns about bailees "foiling" their bracelets.
'You corrupted my innocence': Ex-Dilworth housemaster sentenced third time for student sex abuse
He was already serving three years and seven months for abusing five students.
From prison inmate to gallery owner - How one man refused to let his past define his future
Mark Lang found his Māori and spiritual guidance in prison.
'Terrible idea': Alabama seeks to execute a prisoner by pure nitrogen
The state is seeking to become the first to use the execution method.