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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
District:
State Highway 5 at Tarawera is blocked following a serious crash.
The two-vehicle crash happened around 9am.
Indication are that two people are seriously injured. A helicopter was dispatched to the scene.
Motorists are advised to expect delays.
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Police can now advise that one person has died following a crash on Paerata Road in Pukekohe this evening.
The crash, involving two vehicles, was reported to Police at 5.10pm.
Two other people were injured, one seriously and one moderately.
Diversions remain in place while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene.
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
State Highway 3 near Sanson is partially blocked following a car fire.
Police were alerted to the car fire at 5pm.
The northbound lane is blocked and motorists are advised to expect delays.
There are no reports of injuries.
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Paerata Road in Pukekohe.
The crash was reported to Police at 5.10pm.
Diversions are in place at Heights Road and Adams Drive.
At this stage there is no confirmed information available on injuries – an update will be provided as soon as possible.
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Attributable to Detective Sergeant Brent Griffiths:
Tairāwhiti Police yesterday arrested two people following several vehicle thefts and a burglary on Wednesday 26 July at a commercial premises on Marakaka Road.
During the burglary, four people allegedly used a variety of weapons to gain entry to the store. They took lollies, cigarettes and tobacco from the premises before leaving in a stolen vehicle.
Police were unable to locate those involved at the time and over the intervening weeks have seen a sharp rise in the theft of cars where offenders would break into one, abandon it and break into another.
A search warrant was executed yesterday at a rural address. An 18-year-old man was arrested and faces a number of charges including burglary, multiple counts of theft of a motor vehicle and possession of a firearm.
Police also recovered property from the address believed to be stolen property from historic burglaries in the Gisborne area.
Additionally, a hunting rifle was seized.
The 18-year-old man is due to appear in Gisborne District Court this afternoon.
A second person, a 17-year-old youth, was taken into custody in Tolaga Bay.
They also face charges of burglary and multiple counts of theft of a vehicle and are due to reappear in Gisborne Youth Court on Wednesday 6 September.
Police hope these arrests can reassure the community Police are committed to investigating and holding offenders to account.
Police are pursuing positive lines of enquiry and more arrests are likely.
That being said, car theft is often opportunistic and we’d like to encourage locals to take precautions to avoid having their vehicle targeted.
Lock your car, park in a garage if possible and don’t leave your valuables in your car. Consider installing a steering lock and alarm as these simple measures can act as a deterrent to offenders.
The community has been extremely proactive in reporting instances of theft and suspicious activity, and this has given Police the best opportunity to locate and charge offenders.
People can report any suspicious behaviour around vehicles to Police immediately on 111 if it is happening and on 105 if it has already happened.
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Police have identified a teenager as part of an investigation into a spike in vehicle crime in parts of the North Shore.
The 14-year-old has so far been linked to more than eight vehicle thefts and has been referred to youth aid.
Police believe he is part of a small group responsible for an increase in reports of car thefts and break-ins across Bayswater, Devonport, Belmont and Hauraki areas.
Waitematā East Area Commander, Inspector Stefan Sagar says reports relating to vehicle crime from the community had increased in the past few weeks.
“I would like to acknowledge the Takapuna and Devonport communities, as these reports have allowed our investigation teams to focus their efforts and identify an offender,” he says.
“This shows what can be accomplished when we work together to prevent crime in our community.”
Inspector Sagar says the 14-year-old is expected to appear at North Shore Youth Court at a later date, facing charges of unlawfully taking a motor vehicle.
“I would also like to use this opportunity to remind the public to ensure your vehicles are secure.
“We urge people to take preventative measures in order to stop their vehicle being stolen, such as locking and parking vehicles off the road, using steering locks and engine immobilisers.
“Please also ensure valuables and credit cards are removed from vehicles at night, particularly if cars are parked in the open,” he says.
“Police will continue to actively patrol the area, in particular the Devonport and Takapuna areas.
“We continue to encourage residents to report any suspicious activity to us.”
Anyone who sees suspicious activity around vehicles can call Police on 111 if it’s happening or 105 after the fact, or call anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Please attribute to acting Detective Senior Sergeant Rob Hunkin, Counties Manukau CIB:
Police have charged a man in connection with an incident in Botany last year in which a woman died.
Initially a crash occurred near the intersection of Cascades and Botany Roads on 10 September 2022, at around 12.25pm.
Miaoyuan Liang, 70, was taken to Auckland City Hospital but on 15 September 2022 died as a result of her injuries.
An investigation has been ongoing into the circumstances of the incident.
Today, Police have arrested and charged a man with manslaughter.
The 45-year-old man was expected to appear in the Manukau District Court this afternoon.
Police are not able to comment further while the matter is before the Court.
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police can advise that a 12-year-old girl reported missing from Bucklands Beach has made contact with her family.
While we do not have immediate concerns for her safety, we are still concerned that she is in the company of persons much older than herself. We would still like to speak with her.
Anyone who has further information on her whereabouts should contact Police on 105, quoting file number: 230812/5064
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police can advise that one person has passed away following a crash on Churchill Drive, Crofton Downs earlier today.
The road has now reopened.
Our thoughts are with the deceased’s family and friends.
An investigation remains ongoing.
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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Emergency services are responding to a report of a fire at a commercial premises on Buchan Street, Sydenham around 11:40am.
Police are assisting with road closures, traffic management and evacuations of the immediate area.
People in the area are advised to listen to directions from staff and avoid the vicinity within 100 meters of the fire.
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