Police Seek Duo After Upper Hutt Robbery and Car-Jacking
Offenders armed with an axe and a hammer stole a cash till and fled in a stolen vehicle in Upper Hutt.
Man sentenced for multiple sexual assaults against family members
A man received a lengthy prison sentence for sexually assaulting his daughter, step-granddaughter, sisters, and former partners.
Post-mortem Conducted on Braydon Hepworth's Body
Police are investigating the complex case of Braydon Hepworth following a post-mortem examination.
Overstayer Caught After 38 Years in New Zealand
Lafaele Lao, who overstayed in New Zealand for 38 years, has been apprehended after living under an alias since 1988.
Police Re-Investigation Reveals 11 Alleged Offending Cases
Two men have been charged with sexual offences following a major police re-investigation that uncovered 11 cases of alleged offending.
Plans to Share Criminal Convictions with Partner Countries Shelved
New Zealand and partner countries have paused plans to share citizens' criminal convictions, initially discussed in 2024.
Police Staffer Faces 40 Charges, Including Rape and Kidnapping
A police staff member is facing multiple serious charges, including rape and kidnapping, as part of an investigation by the National Integrity Unit.
Police Confirm Double Homicide in Wattle Downs Area
Police are investigating a double homicide in Wattle Downs, with a 30-year-old man in custody for an unrelated offence.
Dilworth sex offender waits six months to move near schools
Ian Robert Wilson, a convicted child sex offender, must wait six months before relocating near a school and kindergarten.
Oranga Tamariki Faces Criticism Over Delayed Information for Police
The chief victims advisor expresses concern as Oranga Tamariki tells police to wait six months for investigation information.
10 police staff face criminal charges after investigation
An anti-corruption investigation has led to criminal charges against at least 10 police staff, including serious allegations.
Former Police Officer Testifies in Arthur Easton Case
In a significant development, a former police officer on trial has taken the stand, challenging a key witness's testimony.
Name suppression granted in child smothering allegation
A woman has been granted name suppression after allegedly smothering a child with a pillow. She is currently in custody on a separate matter.
Increased Demand for Criminal Case Reviews in NZ
The Criminal Cases Review Commission reports a rise in applications, indicating strong demand for case reviews in New Zealand.