'You can’t continue to make victims': Teen ram-raider, robber gets dressing down from judge
He was in court on charges relating to stolen vehicles, ram raids and dairy robberies.
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‘Prolific burglary offending’: Writing on the wall for man who broke into 23 homes
Some people were burgled of sentimental jewellery that could never be replaced.
Police believe Miramar aggravated burglary, Nabizadah death are connected
Police want to hear from the driver of a grey or silver Mazda Atenza/Mazda 6 seen nearby.
How a Facebook post led to the rapid recovery of a stolen tiny home
The tiny home was stolen on March 29 at 4am from Rea Rd, Katikati.
Machete wielder's risky escape causes motorway chaos after $260k jewellery heist
He drove on the wrong side of the motorway with lights off while trying to shake police.
'Wouldn’t want to be in his way': Stolen forklift taken on Auckland joyride
'Call the police because he’s putting the public at risk.'
Watch: Group targets luxury new shopping centre in brazen smash-and-grab
The masked group smashed their way into the glass counters.
Police arrest man sought after spate of Akl Central retail crime
The man faces nine charges of aggravated assault and five charges of theft from retails.
NZME Christchurch office targeted in brazen break-in; branded radio cars stolen
The colourfully branded cars were taken from a secure car park.
Gotta catch ‘em all: Suspect caught after Pokémon card heist
The alleged suspect took $2200 worth of trading cards.
Five teens arrested after two service station break-ins
The five teenagers, aged 15 and 16, will appear in the Whangārei Youth Court.
‘Repugnant to justice’: Judge says jail only option for serial shoplifter
Kenneth Waaka didn't want media to take his photo because he was embarrassed.
Woman steals $1m from trust helping needy kids, splashes out on online gambling
When the bank became suspicious, she sent a reply pretending to be another employee.
Gold bars still missing after $600k swindle as 501 deportee jailed
A judge said the high-profile 501 "hit the ground running" upon arrival in New Zealand.
A young, violent armed robber and his time behind bars with the Man Up group
He carried out five armed robberies but is now considered a role model for younger men.
‘They came from nowhere’: Man attacked in ‘violent’ Auckland robbery days after moving to NZ
The man was punched in the face and chased with a baseball bat in the late-night attack.
‘You are the thief and one shouldn’t lose sight of that’: Judge to repeat shoplifter
The 24-year-old nabbed nearly $9000 worth of sunglasses in just one haul.
Unjust desserts: Cheesecake Shop wrecked before man makes off with $52 cake
The stolen cake was worth just $52.90.
‘Devastating theft’: $11k of equipment stolen from Auckland school’s food garden
The school claims more than $11,000 worth of garden equipment was stolen last month.
'I'll stab you': Shoplifter's threat as she steals $1500 worth of clothing, with toddler in tow
Rosey Heurea targeted Rebel Sport, The Warehouse, Farmers and Chemist Warehouse.
Police search uncovers meth, $100,000 cash and an e-bike stolen in 2023
Armed officers stopped the alleged 'known offender' while driving in Tikokino on Friday.
Christmas rampage: Teen stabbed liquor store employee with broken bottle, then attacked guards
The neurodiverse teen twice ditched his electronic ankle monitor during the spree.
Man alleged to have swallowed $1.3m in diamonds to avoid arrest
X-rays showed the earrings in his digestive tract after he was detained.
‘It’s a match!’: Long-lost Brueghel painting identified in Dutch museum
Journalists from arts magazine Vind spotted the painting at an exhibition last year.
Iconic clock museum burgled, forced to close in peak tourism season
A group of people allegedly smashed a window to gain entry to the Quayside attraction.
Armed robbers flee on electric scooters after Auckland bar hold-up
Two people allegedly entered the building with firearms and demanded cash.
Woolworths arsonist was trying to cause a distraction so she could steal groceries
The grocery store blaze was started in the loo paper aisle and filmed by a TikTok user.
'A wolf in sheep’s clothing:' How one woman's $500k theft destroyed a family business
'Because of you, the company [had] to shut down with the loss of all jobs.'
Group of youths tracked by police chopper after South Auckland ram-raid
The youths were caught after allegedly fleeing in two vehicles.
'Might require self-defence classes': Retailers have mixed feelings on new Govt crime measures
'Usually, shoplifters just come, take what they want, and walk away.'
Watch: Bungling burglar busted after dropping into supermarket
A hapless thief's awkward efforts to break into a supermarket were captured on CCTV.
‘Fewer thugs trying it on’: Shopper who did botched citizen’s arrest backs law change
Justice Minister to announce change making citizen's arrest easier later today.
‘Very big loss’: $40k security fails to stop ram raid on store, two arrested
Police are looking for a third person who ran off after crashing into a fence.
Crime reports up 9.4% in Hawke's Bay as burglaries and thefts hit businesses hard
“I am looking at options – should I get rid of this business? The risk is too high.'