Crime
Multiple arrests in Southland-linked gang crackdown
The charges include attempted murder, wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and firearms offences.
Donald Trump pleads not guilty to 37 federal criminal charges
After an historic indictment, Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 37 federal criminal charges. He's left the court in Miami and returned to New Jersey to host a fundraising event. The indictment… Video, Audio
Behind the story: Mr Lyttle Meets Mr Big
When all other avenues have failed, Mr Big stings can help the police ensnare their suspect - but can their use be justified? Audio
Police make third arrest over online term deposits scam
A 60-year-old Auckland man is the latest person to be charged with money laundering in relation to an online scam that has seen victims lose millions of dollars.
More police in Ōpōtiki as gang members gather for leader's tangi
More police have been brought in to the Bay of Plenty town of Ōpōtiki, with about 500 gang members in town. There are fears gang violence could erupt following the killing of prominent Mongrel Mob… Audio
2degrees founder offers $5k for return of 'think tank' Lexus
It's his "think tank" on wheels And that's why monopoly busting entrepreneur Tex Edwards is a offering a reward almost equal to the value of his stolen car that he really wants returned. The Lexus… Video, Audio
Gang members drive stolen car through spikes into hospital grounds before arrest
Two gang members with a sawn-off shot gun ammunition and cannabis in their vehicle fled police, drove through spikes and into a hospital car park before being arrested, police say.
Two young people arrested, stole sweets, attempted to steal a car
Two young people have been arrested after an aggravated robbery in Levin.
Inmates spend extended time in solitary confinement - report
A scathing report has flagged concerns about prisoners' rights in jails around the country. Almost a third of inmates have been separated from others for extended periods of time, with some spending… Audio
Ōpōtiki gang death: Police not concerned despite patch presence
Eight Bay of Plenty schools were closed today due to fears of gang violence breaking out after the killing of a prominent Mongrel Mob Barbarians member over the weekend. Steven Taiatini died after an… Video, Audio
Stranger who preyed on schoolgirls for months before grabbing one sentenced
The man, who was found guilty of one charge of assault on a child and one charge of offensive behaviour in a judge-alone trial, continues to deny his offending.
Prominent political figure fights to keep name secret
A prominent political figure accused of sexually assaulting boys and young men is continuing his legal fight to keep his name secret.
Text scams: What they look like and what to do about them
Scammers are impersonating police officers in their latest attempt to deceit and defraud New Zealanders. Audio
At least 10 killed, dozens injured in NSW wedding bus crash
At least 10 people have died and 25 injured after a bus overturned in the Hunter Valley in New South Wales last night. The bus was carrying passengers travelling from a wedding to their accommodation… Audio
Name of 45-year-old homicide victim released as police seek witnesses
The name of the victim of a suspected homicide in Ōpōtiki on Friday night has been released, as police continue their investigation.
'Blatant disrespect': RSA graves desecrated at Waihi Cemetery
More than a dozen graves in the RSA section of Waihi Cemetery have been damaged by vandals, the second time the cemetery has been desecrated since November.
Caution urged over text scam suggesting police as source
Authorities are warning people against a text scam in which fraudsters masquerade as the police.
Police investigating gunfire in Auckland suburb
Police are investigating two separate firearms incidents in Ōtara this weekend.
Man arrested in Auckland following armed robbery and police chase
A man has been arrested following an armed robbery of a house in Auckland's North Shore overnight, followed by an 80-minute car chase on the motorway.
Mediawatch for 11 June 2023
How stories about the war in Ukraine ended up with a pro-Russian slant on RNZ's website; reports of crime are on the up but does the story change when reporters run the numbers before running a story?
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