Crime

Body found in burned car: Police appeal for info

A body found in a burnt-out car between Tokoroa and Taupō last week has yet to be formally identified, police say. The body was found in the front seat... Read More

Coronial inquest into death of Shargin Stephens

'One shot would have been plenty.” These were the words of a lawyer representing the family of Shargin Stephens at the inquest into Stephens' death.... Read More

Changes made after failed diagnosis leads to death

A woman who was rushed to hospital after she collapsed with chest pain and shortness of breath was sent home with a prescription for indigestion after... Read More

Police warning: Beware of unexpected parcels

Police are warning the public to be aware that a gift parcel scam operating overseas could also find its way to New Zealand. "Police are aware of a recent... Read More

Security warning after Te Puke burglaries

There have been 10 burglaries in the district over the past couple of weeks. Three of these have been in Te Puke with the others in Maketū and Pukehina... Read More

Tauranga murder trial: Court hears 111 call

The whānau and supporters of alleged murder victim Mitchell Te Kani could be heard choking back tears as his 111 calls were played to a jury in the... Read More

To safety and beyond - Police

Few people have a better understanding of what it means to be safe and feel safe than former refugees. Police staff work with new arrivals from their earliest... Read More

Body found following car fire

An investigation is underway after a body was found in a vehicle on SH1 just north of Ātiamuri. Emergency services were called to the scene about 7pm on... Read More

Police seek sightings of Cassandra

Have you seen Cassandra Clarkin? The 50-year-old woman was last seen at her Hamilton address on 10 September. Cassandra's family, and Police, are concerned... Read More

Brother allegedly killed in armed Mongrel Mob hit

A 51-year-old man was killed during an attack that allegedly started when five carloads of Mongrel Mob members and associates descended on a Tauranga... Read More

Global drug groups target New Zealand

International crime groups see New Zealand as a golden nugget for their drug trade, say police. Customs and police figures released to RNZ show a spike in... Read More

Electrician's descent into child exploitation

WARNING DISTRESSING CONTENT 'Got any 10 to 14yo stuff?” a father-of-three wrote in a chat group with others keen on child exploitation material. Daniel... Read More