Category: New Zealand Police

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Police are appealing for information to reunite a number of service medals with their rightful owners after being stolen during a burglary in Waihi.

The selection of medals were among a range of property taken from an address on Trig Road North between 6pm on Sunday 1 February and 2pm on Monday 3 February.

The seven service medals are of extreme sentimental and historical value, and are of great importance to the victims and their family.

Other items stolen during the burglary include two Stihl chainsaws, a hedge cutter, a cordless drill, an angle grinder and battery, wedding rings, and other personal jewellery.

Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the Trig Road North area between Saturday evening and Monday afternoon.

Police are also appealing for any CCTV or dashcam footage in the area that may assist in our investigation locating the service medals and holding the alleged offenders to account.

If you have any information that may assist Police in our investigation, please contact Police online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” or by calling 105.

You can also provide information in person at the Waihi Police Station or anonymously through Crime Stoppers via 0800 555 111.

Please use the reference number 250203/0911.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

A Police operation is underway in an area of Waterview this afternoon.

Police have cordoned off an area around Tutuki Street.

There is an increased Police presence in the area to ensure the safety of the public.

Police staff are armed as a precaution.

Great North Road is still open, but we are advising the public to stay clear of cordons at this early stage.

Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.

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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

A section of The Strand in Parnell is being closed following a serious crash.

The crash involves a truck and pedestrian and was reported just after 2pm.

The pedestrian is currently in a critical condition, and will be transported to hospital.

Emergency services are at the scene and a section of The Strand is being closed between the intersections with St Georges Bay Road and Tamaki Drive.

We anticipate this will cause disruption in this busy transport corridor this afternoon.

The Serious Crash Unit has been advised and will attend the scene.

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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons:

Christchurch Police investigating a serious assault in the city are seeking help from the public.

The female victim was found seriously injured at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road about 9:20am today.

She remains in a critical condition in hospital.

A scene examination of the area is underway.

As part of our inquiries, Police would like to speak to anyone who may have information that would help us determine what happened.

Information can be passed to Police via our 105 phone service, or by going online to https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105  and using ‘Update Report’, referencing file number 250205/8067.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

It was a case of right place, right time for the Police Maritime Unit after rescuing two teenagers struggling to keep afloat in the water off Waitangi Wharf.

At about 3.30pm on Tuesday, the Police Maritime Unit were returning to the wharf when they noticed two heads bobbing in the water.

Sergeant Jesse Jenden says the pair were with a group of others jumping into the water when they got out of their depth and found themselves struggling against the strong current.

“They were being swept out in the strong current and were near the 5-knot marker, about 300 metres from the wharf.

“They were with about 20 kids on the wharf but none of them had noticed they had been swept away.

“It was obvious they were struggling.”

Sergeant Jenden says when they pulled up alongside the two girls and offered help they quickly accepted and were helped onboard.

“Another few minutes and it could have been a different result.

“Both were fully clothed and wearing crocs, which would also have restricted their ability to swim.

“I guess it was a case of being in the right place at the right time, and I’m glad we were there to help.”

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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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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

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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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

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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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

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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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

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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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police