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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Police are now in a position to release the name of the person who died following a crash on Chatham Road, Flaxmere on Thursday 30 January.

She was 11-year-old Emma Jane Kupa of Flaxmere.

Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

A 34-year-old female is set to reappear in the Hastings District Court on 18 February, facing a charge of operating a vehicle carelessly and breath alcohol level over 400.

Police are not ruling out further charges in relation to the crash.

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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Twin Lakes Road, Upper Hutt this morning.

The single vehicle crash was reported at about 7am.

The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Police have recovered stolen firearms and a large amount of ammunition from a house in Foxton, thanks to two members of the public making the decision to call 111.

Horowhenua Prevention Manager Acting Senior Sergeant Peter Vine says thanks to those calls, Police have prevented weapons and ammunition falling into the wrong hands.

The calls were made about 7:30am on Tuesday 4 February.

“A young man was seen going between houses carrying armfuls of firearms. They thought it was strange so got in touch with us.”

A Police team went to the Mark Perreau Place property where they located an 18-year-old Foxton man, 5 firearms and a large amount of ammunition.

“The firearms and ammo had been stolen a day earlier. To get that tip off from a member of the public is just fantastic – they’ve prevented these weapons from getting into the wrong hands and all the harm that goes with that.”

The 18-year-old Foxton man was taken into custody without incident. He has been charged with burglary, four counts of unlawfully possessing a firearm, two counts of unlawfully possessing ammunition, unlawfully being in an enclosed yard, and unlawfully getting into a motor vehicle.

He is due to appear in the Levin District Court today (5 January). 

Acting Senior Sergeant Vine urged anyone who sees suspicious behaviour to report it.

“If it looks illegal, dodgy, or strange, tell us. Call 111 if it’s happening now, or make a report to 105 if it’s after the fact. Your call could make a huge difference.”

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Police can now release the names of the two people who died following a crash in Acacia Bay, Taupō on Friday 17 January.

They were Purity Anne Te Pairi and Tamatoa Kimi, both aged 19, from Taupo.

Our thoughts are with the whānau of those involved.

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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An investigation into the wounding of a man in Birkenhead on Tuesday afternoon will continue today.

A man suffered multiple stab wounds outside an address on Birkenhead Avenue at around 2pm.

North Shore Area Commander Inspector Stefan Sagar says the victim underwent surgery at Auckland City Hospital last night.

“The victim is now in a serious but stable condition in hospital, and we will be looking to speak with him in the coming days as we continue our enquiries.”

Police will be visible again in the Birkenhead community today with an area canvas as part of the investigation.

“From what we have established so far in our enquiries, we do not believe this is a random incident,” Inspector Sagar says.

“We are continuing to make enquiries into information about a vehicle that left the area, but at this point we do not have further information to release.”

Police acknowledge the Birkenhead community, with many people coming forward to assist the investigation.

“We have had good support from the neighbourhood, and this information is assisting us in progressing the investigation,” Inspector Sagar says.

“I know when these events take place in our communities that this can be unsettling, but we believe it is an isolated event and Police are continuing to work hard to identify and hold this offender to account.”

Police welcome further information to assist with the investigation.

Anyone that can assist enquiries can update Police online now or call 105.

Please use the reference number 250204/5489.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 29, Te Poi on Tuesday 28 January.

The person was transported to hospital with critical injuries following the single vehicle crash.

As a result of the injuries sustained, the person passed away in hospital last night.

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Police can confirm that a person has died following a crash near Ngāhinapōuri this morning.

Emergency services attended the crash involving three vehicles, reported at around 2.20am. In addition to the fatality, two other people were moderately injured.

State Highway 39 is closed while the scene is cleared and Serious Crash Unit conduct a scene examination.

Diversions are in place, motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

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State Highway 39 is closed following a crash near Ngāhinapōuri.

Emergency services attended the crash involving three vehicles, reported at around 2.20am. Critical injuries are reported.

Serious Crash Unit are conducting a scene examination.

The road is closed and diversions are in place, motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

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Attribute to Waikato Western Area Commander Inspector Will Loughrin:

Police can confirm the remains of a woman missing since March 2024 have been found in the Pureroa Forest in Waikato.

Police were alerted to the discovery by a local hunter on Monday evening, 27 January.

Police can now confirm the remains are those of 79-year-old Judy Donovan.

Judy was laying bait with a group in the forest on 23 March last year when she became separated.

That afternoon, Search and Rescue teams, including Land Search and Rescue, Police Search and Rescue, and dog units, were deployed to the area.

The search for Judy was suspended in April last year after a large-scale, weeks-long search. The choice to suspend a search is always a tough one. It involves the assessment of a number of factors, including consultation with survivability experts.

In May, Police and a cadaver dog deployed to the area again, however, they were unable to locate her. 

Judy’s family has been advised of the discovery, and they are being offered support at this incredibly emotional time.

A post-mortem examination has been completed along with the formal identification process.

As the matter is with the Coroner, we are unable to provide further comment.

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Police have made arrests and seized vehicles after reports of dangerous driving through parts of south Auckland today.

Just before 11.30am, the public began reporting dirt bikes blocking a Manurewa intersection at Great South and Weymouth roads.

Police have established the movements were part of a funeral procession moving from Manurewa to Pukekohe.

“A group of vehicles were observed heading south on State Highway 1 driving in an unsafe manner,” District Shift Commander, Senior Sergeant Nick Ewen says.

“The Police Eagle helicopter deployed and monitored the driving behaviour from overhead.”

Police staff on the ground intercepted the vehicles in the Pukekohe area.

Senior Sergeant Ewen says three people were arrested on the roadside, with four vehicles also being impounded.

“Those arrested will be facing driving-related offences in court,” he says.

“Counties Manukau staff have also impounded a further two dirt bikes at an address.

“This is a great outcome, and it sends a message that Police and the wider community will not accept dangerous or unsociable behaviour on our roads.”

Senior Sergeant Ewen says Police would like to hear from any members of the public as enquiries continue.

“If you witnessed the driving behaviour or have dashcam footage, we need to hear from you,” he says.

If you have footage or information to assist Police, please call 105 using the reference number P061507502.

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