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Youths arrested following quick reporting from public

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Five youths were arrested after being caught in the act stealing a vehicle in Remuera early this morning.

The victim alerted Police as his vehicle was being stolen from Greenlane East at around 1.30am.

A range of Police resources, including the Police Eagle helicopter and the Dog Unit, responded to the report.

Eagle observed the vehicle driving through Glen Innes and Panmure before it was abandoned in Jellicoe Rd.

The vehicles two occupants were picked up by another stolen vehicle before it was dumped in Winhall Rise, Remuera.

Inspector Jim Wilson, Area Commander for Auckland East, says five occupants fled into nearby bush and neighbouring properties.

“A dog unit was deployed to the scene and carried out extensive enquiries to locate the group,” he says.

All five people, ranging in age from 14 to 17, were taken into custody.

“I would like to acknowledge all staff involved in holding these offenders to account, and to reassure our community we have zero tolerance for this type of offending,” Inspector Wilson says.

“This is a great example of quick reporting resulting in Police being able to provide a rapid response.”

The arrests follow two other incidents from overnight involving fleeing drivers.

Three youths were arrested after being observed driving at high speed with a blown tyre through Onehunga.

Four others were taken into custody after a person reported two males trying to steal a number plate off a parked vehicle in Wallace Rd, Mangere Bridge.

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Holly McKay/NZ Police 

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Central District Police urge attention around train tracks and level crossings

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

As we mark Rail Safety Week, Central District Police are urging motorists to pay attention around train tracks and level crossings.

Just last week, emergency services responded to a collision between a freight train and a ute near Dannevirke.

The incident occurred at around 9.45am on Monday 31 July, on Kakahukura Road.

While enquiries into the circumstances of the collision are still under way, initial indications are that the driver of the ute failed to give way to the approaching freight train.

The ute driver and a passenger were transported to Palmerston North Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

“It is absolutely vital that motorists pay attention around train tracks,” says Sergeant Gary McKernon from Dannevirke Police.

“The people involved in this incident were very fortunate to not suffer serious injuries or lose their lives.”

“There is no room for complacency. People should be checking for trains when they cross railway tracks, the same way they check for cars when they cross a road. And drivers must always obey bells, lights and barriers – and where there are none, they should always look both ways before they proceed across the railway tracks.”

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Police appeal for CCTV footage in Pt England homicide investigation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

The Police investigation into a homicide in Pt England is continuing to piece together the puzzle of those involved.

Police have been making enquiries since a man died after initially presenting at Auckland City Hospital with critical injuries from gunshot wounds on Saturday.

Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland City CIB, says the investigation team have been looking into the circumstances of how Saturday’s incident at Taurima Reserve unfolded.

“What we know is that an altercation took place at the reserve between two groups resulting in shots being discharged.

“This reckless violence especially, when it happens in public spaces, is deplorable to Police and the public. Our team is working with determination in this investigation to identify the parties involved.

“Part of our investigation is focused on reviewing CCTV from the area, which is proving beneficial to our enquiries.”

Police will be looking to make arrests at the earliest opportunity.

“We know a number of men assembled near both ends of Taurima Reserve, prior to the incident on Saturday afternoon, and shortly afterwards a number of vehicles fled the area after shots were fired,” Detective Inspector Baldwin says.

“Police are aware that people in the community will have footage of the incident, either on CCTV or their phones, and this is a valuable way for members of the community to assist us to hold people to account.”

Detective Inspector Baldwin says a post-mortem examination is expected to be carried out today for the man who died.

“As part of this process, formal identification will also be carried out. Until then we are not in a position to confirm further details around the man.”

Police have spoken with a number of people so far, but is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage to get in contact with us at the earliest opportunity.

Please contact Police on 105 quoting the file number 230805/0100. Information can also be reported online at https://www.police.govt.nz/use-105.

Report information anonymously via Crime Stoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police

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Queen Street homicide: Name release

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Police are releasing details of the man who died following a shooting on Queen Street, as the homicide investigation continues.

Today, Police can name the man who died in hospital on Friday.

He was Sione Tuuholoaki, aged 26.

“Our thoughts are with Sione’s family as they continue to grieve their loss,” Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Bolton says.

“This is a very difficult time for them, and we are ensuring they have support in place.

“Our investigation team are continuing to work hard to bring them answers and to ensure the person responsible is held to account.”

The second man injured in Thursday night’s incident remains in hospital in a stable condition.

  • POLICE STILL SEEKING PERSON OF INTEREST:

Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says Police are continuing to seek sightings of Dariush Talagi.

Talagi has a warrant for his arrest.

“It is our absolute priority to locate Talagi and enquiries have continued throughout the weekend,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says.

“It is only a matter of time Dariush, and now is the time to hand yourself in.

“My message to anyone who has chosen to help him evade Police is to do the right thing.

“Being an accessory after the fact is a criminal offence, and you could be put before the Court.”

Talagi should be considered dangerous and the public should not approach him.

If you sight Talagi, please contact 111 immediately.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts can also contact Police on 105 quoting file number 230804/3399.

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

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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police

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Rail Safety Week Take another moment to look

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Take another moment to look for trains at railway tracks and level crossings is one of the messages from Police as Rail Safety Week officially launches today.

The annual awareness event runs from 7-13 August led by KiwiRail and TrackSAFE and supported by partnering organisations urges everyone to always keep a look out for trains.

“It might sound like a simple request, but we can’t afford to become complacent,” says Superintendent Steve Greally, Director: National Road Policing Centre.

“Trains can come at any time and from either direction and recent unfortunate events across the country act as a timely reminder for road users and pedestrians to take further care at railway crossings.”

Police continue to support Rail Safety Week and along with our partners realise the significance of working together to reduce harm and lasting trauma that collisions can cause.

Superintendent Greally says the week-long campaign focuses on encouraging safe behaviours and emphasising the risks around railways.

“It’s vital road users are paying attention around train tracks. Crucial behaviours like stopping at a stop sign, obeying the bells, lights, and barriers, not being distracted by your phone and crossing only when alarms have stopped are all things to improve our safety in these areas.

“It’s equally important for pedestrians to cross tracks at level crossings and having that extra look left and right just like you would when crossing the road. It can be the difference between a near miss or a devastating collision,” says Superintendent Greally.

“Those precious seconds and changes to behaviours could save your life.”

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Water fatality and search for missing person under way, Raglan

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Police can advise that one person has been located deceased off the coast of Raglan after being swept off the rocks at Papanui Point early this morning.

Another person remains outstanding in the water.

The pair were reported to have been fishing in the area and were reported to be in the water around 8:45am.

Police, Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Raglan Surf lifesavers, a fixed-wing plane and Coastguard were deployed to the area but were unable to locate the missing person.

Further searching will take place along the shoreline at lowtide and will be ongoing.

Police extend their sympathies to the family of the deceased and an investigation remains ongoing.

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Update: firearms incident, Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

A man has died following a firearms incident at a Highbury address this afternoon.

Police were called to the Croydon Road address about 2.35pm after a report of a firearm being discharged.

One person was found with critical injuries and died at the scene a short time later.

Enquiries are ongoing to locate the offender.

A homicide investigation has now been launched.

Cordons will remain in place at the property and a scene examination will be carried out.

Police would like to hear from anyone in the area who saw anything suspicious around the time of the incident.

If you can help, please call 105 and quote event number P055583482.

You can also share information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Firearms incident, Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Police are responding following a firearms incident at a Highbury property this afternoon.

Officers were called to the Croydon Ave address about 2.35pm after a report of a firearm being discharged.

Initial reports suggest one person has been injured.

The offender has left the scene and Police are working to locate them.

Cordons are in place and Police ask the public to avoid the area while staff work at the scene.

Further information will be provided as it becomes available.

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Road closed following crash, SH35, Hawai

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

State Highway 35 is closed near Hawai following a crash involving two vehicles, reported to Police shortly before 2.30pm.

Initial indications are that there have been injuries.

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

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Fatal crash, Pukehina

Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on SH2, Pukehina last night around 10:50pm.

A further two people were transported to hospital to be assessed for injuries.

The road will remain closed while a scene examination takes place.

There are detours in place that are suitable for heavy vehicles.

An investigation into the crash is ongoing.

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