Crime

Sex attack: Woman tearful as jury finds man guilty

WARNING: Some readers may find the details of this story distressing. The victim of a 'forceful” sexual attack broke into tears as her abuser was... Read More

Five arrested folllowing Te Puke fight

Bay of Plenty Police are seeking information from the public following a fight in Te Puke which has left one person in a serious condition. Five people have... Read More

BOP police catch 50+ drink drivers per week

Drunk driving crashes leave a trail of hurt, loss and carnage in their wake, yet the number of people caught over the limit on Bay of Plenty roads is rising. For... Read More

Victim Support volunteer awarded KSM

A Tauranga volunteer has been awarded the King's Service Medal for her dedication to helping victims of crime and traumatic events. Vicki Wood, who offered... Read More

Plans in place for gang tangi in Hawke's Bay

Police would like to reassure those living or travelling in Eastern District this weekend that sufficient plans are in place to help ensure peoples' safety during... Read More

Police seeking information after five arrested

Police are asking for further information following the arrest of five people after a disorder in Te Puke overnight. Police were called to Dunlop Road around... Read More

Police urge public to be cautious of banking scams

Scammers behind fake term deposits scams have upped their game, and unfortunately, it means consumers need to be even more wary when making banking decisions. Police... Read More

Man denies work party sexual violation

Warning: This story contains evidence of a sexual nature which some readers may find upsetting. A man has denied sexually violating an intoxicated woman... Read More

Taupo Police make arrest after burglary

A 38-year-old man has been arrested following a burglary at a commercial premises on Rununga Street on Sunday 26 May, says detective senior sergeant Ryan Yardley. "Taupo... Read More

Rape allegations following Tauranga work event

WARNING: Some readers may find the details of this story distressing An afternoon at the races, followed by revelry back at a colleague's house, allegedly... Read More

Serious consequence for 'idiotic' display of speed

A teenager faces a serious driving charge and has lost his car after the vehicle was caught at an 'absolutely stupid” speed. Highway Patrol Constable... Read More

BOP man fails in bid to overturn drugs conviction

Michael Hutton says he was at a property where methamphetamine was being made just to fix a motorcycle. But, his text messages suggested something else. Two... Read More