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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who died in a single-vehicle crash in Balclutha, Friday 20 December.

He was 24-year-old Cody Blair Storer of Balclutha.

Police extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.

Enquires into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Police can now name the woman who died in a crash on Karaka Road, Karaka on 18 December.

She was Susanti Halim, aged 36 of Karaka.

Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones at this difficult time.

Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

One person has died after a single-vehicle crash in Havelock North overnight.

Police were called about 10pm to Foster Lane after a report of a car going down a bank.

One person has been located deceased.

Two other people have been seriously injured.

The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Emergency services are responding to a serious crash involving a car and a motorcycle just south of Morrinsville.

The crash near the intersection of Morrinsville-Walton Road and Eynon Road/Kuranui Road was reported at around 7.50pm.

Serious injuries are reported and the Serious Crash Unit will attend.

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

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

One person has died following a crash involving a vehicle and a bicycle on State Highway 29, Matamata this morning.

Emergency services responded to SH29 near Pond Road around 10:35am.

The cyclist was located in a critical condition and CPR was commenced, however efforts to resuscitate them were unsuccessful and they died at the scene.

The Serious Crash Unit has conducted a scene examination and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

The road has since reopened.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Please attribute to Detective Inspector Lex Bruning, Criminal Investigations Manager Tasman District:

An investigation is ongoing into the incident that resulted in the death of Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming and critical injuries to Senior Sergeant Adam Ramsay in Nelson on 1 January.

As part of the investigation we are appealing to the community for assistance in providing footage of yesterday’s tragic event.

The investigation team have set up a dedicated portal for receiving photos and videos and would appreciate the public’s assistance with this. Anyone with footage, including from cell phones of the incident can upload it here.

Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the area who witnessed the incident or any events leading up to it.

We will be doing area enquiries which will include visiting business in the area canvassing for CCTV footage. If any businesses think they may have relevant CCTV then we would ask that they please get in touch with Nelson Police

Anyone with information can contact Police online or via 105 quoting file number 250101/1197.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Please attribute to Commissioner of Police Richard Chambers:

Nelson Police will charge a 32-year-old man with a total of eight charges including Murder and Attempted Murder following the tragic and senseless events in Nelson yesterday.

He is also charged with:

• Two charges of assault using a vehicle as a weapon.
• Two charges of Wounding with Intent (reckless disregard) in relation to the other officer who was injured and a member of the public.
• Dangerous Driving.
• Driving while Disqualified.

As the investigation progresses we expect that further charges will follow.

The man will appear in Nelson District Court tomorrow, Friday 3 December.

For New Zealand, Lyn is tragically the first Policewoman to be killed in the line of duty and the first Police officer in Nelson. I know we are all struggling to understand why this has happened.

I thank the investigation team who have worked around the clock to get us to this point. They continue to speak with a number of witnesses today and have enquiries well underway.

Lyn’s family have asked for privacy at this time while they are grieving. They wish to acknowledge Nelson Hospital, the members of the public who came to the assistance of the injured officers, and all of those injured in this incident.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Please attribute to Detective Inspector Andrew Saunders:

A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in relation to the violent incident at a Fairfield address yesterday.

The 34-year-old man remains in hospital in a stable condition under Police guard, and will be remanded in custody to reappear before the High Court in Hamilton, Tuesday 4 February.

Police can confirm a baby died, and another child and a woman remain in hospital in a serious but stable condition.

We extend our sympathies to the whānau at this tragic time and will provide ongoing support.

A scene examination is ongoing at the Douglas Crescent property, and Police are speaking with a number of people as they work to build a full picture of what has occurred.

Police know this was a distressing incident and the community is understandably feeling concerned.

We would like to reiterate that this was an isolated event and there is no risk to the wider public.

Police thank the community for their patience and understanding as we continue to undertake our enquiries.

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)

Emergency services are responding to a crash involving a cyclist on State Highway 29 near Pond Road, Matamata.

Police received the report around 10:35am.

The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.

State Highway 29 is closed and diversions are being put in place, motorists are advised to take an alternate route.

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Please attribute to Police Commissioner Richard Chambers:

Police have been extremely heartened with the response from the local community and across New Zealand following the tragic death of Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming.

This morning, with a number of Police staff present, Iwi from across Te Tau Ihu blessed the scene of yesterday’s tragic events.

I would like to thank Iwi for their support, along with members of the community who have delivered flowers, cards, and the thousands of messages we have received. These have meant a lot to our staff in Nelson as well as to the wider Police family.

The coming days, weeks and months are going to be tough for the staff in Nelson as they come to terms with what has happened but it is an absolute priority for Police that we wrap support around the staff directly impacted as well as the wider station.

Additionally, a number of Police forces across Australia, the Pacific, and Canada have reached out to New Zealand Police to offer their condolences.

I am relieved to report that Senior Sergeant Adam Ramsay is now in a stable condition. He is beginning his recovery journey for which Police will be with him every step of the way.

The two members of the public who were injured are also continuing to recover and we are ensuring they are being supported.

We are doing everything we can for Lyn’s family but this is an incredibly difficult time for them as they come to terms with what has happened. 

We expect to provide a further update to media later today as the investigation progresses.

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