Crime

Drug Ring: Inmate among nine facing charges

Police have charged nine people, including a high-value individual serving a prison sentence, for operating a drug ring supplying and distributing methamphetamine... Read More

Missing fire hydrant lids stumps WBOP council

Fire hydrant lids have become 'hot property” in the Western Bay of Plenty, leaving the council puzzled by their disappearance. There have been six lids... Read More

BOP death: Body confirmed as that of 21-year-old

Police investigating an unexplained death in Rotorua continue to appeal for information from the public. A body was in the Lake Road area near Rotorua Hospital... Read More

Seized BOP waterfront gang properties fail to sell

A year after they were first put up for sale, pristine Bay of Plenty waterfront properties currently occupied by a senior Mongrel Mob member have had no takers. Stuff... Read More

Police request help after person found deceased

Police are making enquiries after a person was located deceased on Sunday morning in Rotorua. The person was found on Lake Road, Ohinemutu shortly after 1am. "At... Read More

One arrested in relation to Whakatāne burglaries

Police have arrested a young person in relation to two burglaries in Whakatāne on Anzac Day. 'About 3.45am on 25 April, Police received a report that a vehicle... Read More

Katikati Community Patrols’ new wheels

A new look community patrol vehicle is hitting the streets of Katikati town and the rural outskirts. 'Our patrolling area consists of Tanners Point in the north... Read More

Police issue warning when buying goods online

Police are reminding people to be alert to fraudulent activity and to take particular care when selling goods through social media platforms and online websites. If... Read More

Vintage collection stolen, family pleas for help

A Tauranga family is "devastated" after a vintage model steam engine collection, handed down by a deceased relative, was stolen over the weekend. The family... Read More

More women than ever before choosing police force

This week 76 new officers celebrate their success with whānau and friends. The 365, Kura Moeahu wing includes 22 newly graduating policewomen. Prior to the... Read More

Tauranga homicide: 10th accused in court

A Tauranga man facing a charge of murder in relation to the death of Mitchell Te Kani will next be in court later this month. Witaiawa Robinson, aged 25, appeared... Read More

Person injured in Mount assault

A person has sustained moderate injuries after being assaulted in Mount Maunganui. A SunLive reader emailed in this morning to report what they believed was a... Read More