Crime
Iwi leader says 'Ōpōtiki-style' raids possible in meth crackdown
The chair of Te Runanga nui o Ngāpuhi said nothing is off the table including "Ōpōtiki-style" drug raids to crackdown down on methamphetamine use in his rohe. Audio
Two arrested after altercation causes school lockdown
Members of the public reported machetes and possibly a shotgun were involved in the altercation but that has not been confirmed.
Prolific shoplifter in jail for $25,000 worth of stealing, has 150 convictions
In one day, the woman took nearly $8500 worth of clothes from one store.
Police pursuit, road spike decisions played part in fleeing driver's death - IPCA
The police watchdog says police breached policy in following the vehicle after it fled, and in using road spikes without informing others.
'Pedlars of misery': Gangs dealing drugs a police target
The Police Minister Mark Mitchell has responded to iwi calls for a crack down on methamphetamine in Northland. Audio
Police Minister met with Northland iwi to discuss meth use
Northland iwi are calling for government intervention to deal with what they say is an escalating crisis of methamphetamine use. Paddy Gower spoke to Minister for Police Mark Mitchell. Audio
Police to take more action against 'lawless' homeless people, mayor says
Neil Holdom told an invite-only forum the problem was getting worse.
Customs seize over $9m worth of drugs in Auckland
More than 23kgs of methamphetamine and cocaine was found.
Three gang members arrested after spate of crime in Tairāwhiti Gisborne
Police used special search powers to address recent gang conflict in the area.
Comanchero leader arrested, charged with importing drugs
Police said said every member of the gang's leadership was now facing serious charges.
Police probe alleged teacher assault at North Shore school
The school's principal said the allegations do not align with the school's values, teaching standards, or the law.
Restaurant owner who served recalled possibly toxic noodles fined $30k
A Christchurch restaurant owner who served recalled ramen meals to customers and breached immigration law has been sentenced to six months home detention and fined $30,000.
Man charged with murder given name supression following Wellington death
A 23-year-old charged with the murder of Simon Bird has been granted name suppression in Wellington District Court today.
'Really beautiful person': Wellington murder victim remembered by family
A 23-year-old has been charged with the murder of Simon Bird outside his Northland home.
Auckland mayor admits using phone while driving
Police are investigating Wayne Brown for taking a video call on his phone while driving, seen on a public livestream.
NZ "losing fight" against organised crime - report
A new report has found New Zealand is being overwhelmed by organised crime, and despite successive governments' and authorities' efforts, it's worse than ever. Charlotte speaks to Dr Chris Wilkins… Audio
'Going to be violence': Court cleared at tense murder case hearing
Tensions between rival gangs spilled over at a High Court hearing in Auckland for a Head Hunters member accused of murder.
'Increasingly vulnerable' - Warning over rise of organised crime in NZ
An advisory group has told the associate police minister New Zealand is "losing the fight" against organised crime.
'Sorry, my darling' - Businessman jailed for child abuse material
A businessman found with thousands of images of children being sexually exploited stroked the head of his tearful wife in court and said, "I'm sorry my darling" as he was led away to prison.
Eugene Ryder
Former patched gang member, Eugene Ryder, reveals to Guyon what really pushes young people into gang life. Plus, his crisis of conscience at receiving a King's Service Medal and why "By Māori For… Video, Audio
