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.
New Zealand Police Cyber Crime Capabilities Found Lacking
A 2024 assessment reveals significant weaknesses in NZ police cyber crime capabilities, according to Australian police reports.
Serious Incident in Auckland's Papatoetoe Leaves Body Found
A body has been discovered on a porch in Papatoetoe, Auckland, following a serious incident. Neighbours reported seeing the individual shortly before police arrived.
Homicide Investigation Underway in Glen Innes Incident
A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Glen Innes on Thursday afternoon.
Rise in Human Trafficking Investigations Raises Concerns
Government cites lack of resources affecting human trafficking fight as investigation numbers increase.
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.
Teen Charged with Armed Robberies During Bootcamp
A teenager has been charged with two armed robberies while participating in a government bootcamp programme.
Drug Proceeds Used for Luxury by North Shore Gang Members
North Shore Head Hunters accused of funding luxury holidays with drug dealing profits. The operation highlights serious issues in organised crime.
Government Funds Outdoors Schemes to Tackle Youth Crime
New funding aims to reduce youth crime through outdoor activities and sports, focusing on positive engagement for tamariki.
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.
Hamilton man convicted for burning childcare firm's van
Jason Monkley was found guilty of torching a childcare van after charging $2900 for repairs.
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.
Teacher Faces 21 New Charges for Intimate Recordings
A teacher has been charged with making intimate recordings. Police confirm no children have been identified in the recordings.
Police Investigate Intruder in Christchurch Child's Bedroom
A mother in Christchurch discovers a stranger in her child's bedroom. Police are looking into the incident, which has raised safety concerns.
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.
Bulls School Faces Disruption After Copper Pipe Theft
Bulls School reports significant disruption due to the theft of copper pipes, affecting heating in classrooms.
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.
Residents Fear Crime May Affect City Rail Link's Reputation
Auckland residents are concerned that rising antisocial behaviour might tarnish the forthcoming City Rail Link's reputation.
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.
Six Christchurch Businesses Targeted in Early Morning Break-Ins
Six businesses in Christchurch experienced break-ins within a span of 90 minutes, with stolen cars spotted around the area.
Gulf Harbour Body Trial: Recordings of Disposal Conversations Revealed
Court recordings in the Gulf Harbour trial show residents discussing body disposal after Shulai Wang's death.
Vehicle Thefts and Overnight Crime Hit Katikati in Late May
Katikati Police report a cluster of vehicle thefts and attempted thefts on 23 May, with two stolen cars later recovered abandoned in Waihi.
Scammer Targets Local Elderly Resident
A local elder fell victim to a phone scam, highlighting the need for vigilance.
Local Youth Takes Stand Against Scams
Local youth lead efforts to inform community members about scam awareness.
Katikati Crime Report Highlights Recent Incidents
The latest crime report for Katikati covers incidents and arrests in the area.
String of burglaries and thefts hits Katikati area in May
A series of burglaries and thefts hit the Katikati district in early May, with trailers, tools and fuel among the items stolen.
Katikati arrests: stolen Volvo pursuit, bail breaches and meat theft
Katikati police made multiple arrests in May including a stolen Volvo pursuit ending in road spikes, bail breaches and supermarket meat theft.
Katikati police report: tools stolen, burnouts, and vehicle thefts across the district
Katikati police report a fortnight of tool theft, vehicle takings, burnouts and arrests across the Western Bay district, with Sgt Steve Hindmarsh urging vi
Katikati Police report boat theft and burglaries during January
Katikati Police report a run of boat thefts, burglaries and arrests across the district during the second half of January 2026, urging locals to stay vigil
Katikati Hit by String of Shed and Garage Break-Ins
A string of shed and garage burglaries has hit Katikati in early December, with chainsaws, passports, and other items stolen across multiple properties.
Katikati lockdown and string of arrests in busy month for local Police
A November lockdown at Katikati schools and the medical centre was part of a busy period for local Police, with multiple arrests and several burglaries rep
Katikati Lockdown: Man Faces Kidnapping Charges After Schools Secured
A Katikati man faces kidnapping and wounding charges after a Friday lockdown secured two schools, an early childhood centre, and a medical centre in the to
Katikati Police Report on Recent Burglaries
Katikati police report multiple burglaries as community urged to stay vigilant.
Katikati Tech Store Owner Faces $74,000 Loss After Overnight Burglary
Katikati's iFixed Ltd owner Chamara Punchihewage lost $74,000 of uninsured stock in an overnight burglary. A Givealittle page has been set up to help.
Katikati Police Report: Drink Drivers and Break-ins Keeping Officers Busy
Katikati police are urging road safety and community vigilance after a series of drink-driving arrests and burglaries across the town in mid-November 2025.
Katikati Tech Store Owner Loses $74K in Uninsured Burglary
Katikati iFixed Ltd owner Chamara Punchihewage lost $74,000 in uninsured stock after a burglary on 8 November, as his insurance cover had lapsed during a p
Katikati Police Report Rise in Local Burglaries
Katikati Police report a spike in burglaries, urging community vigilance.
Masked Cyclist Linked to String of Katikati Burglaries
Katikati Police are urging residents to report a masked, bicycle-riding burglar after a busy month of break-ins across the town and surrounding area in Oct
Burst of Burglaries Leads Police Appeal for Vigilance
Katikati police report a rise in burglaries, urge community watch.
Katikati Police Report Rash of Burglaries and Driving Offences
Katikati police report a series of burglaries, tool thefts and driving offences across the district in early October, urging locals to report suspicious ac
Katikati Police Report Increase in Dishonesty Offences
Katikati police report rise in burglaries and thefts.
Katikati police report spike in dishonesty offending
Katikati police report a tough run of burglaries, vehicle theft, shoplifting arrests and an uptick in social media scams across the district in September 2
Katikati Police Report Highlights Recent Theft Incidents
Stay informed on local crime with the latest police report from Katikati detailing recent thefts.
Katikati Police Report: Dishonesty Offending on the Rise
Katikati police report a rise in dishonesty offending, including a stolen Toyota Highlander from a Tahawai orchard and number plate theft.
Repeated Break-Ins Leave Katikati Beauty Clinic Owner Frustrated
Dreamers Beauty Clinic faces third burglary in three years.
Katikati Beauty Clinic Hit by Third Break-in in Three Years
Dreamer's Beauty Clinic in Katikati has been broken into for the third time in three years, with director Suzanne Bullivant calling for community help.
Local Police Report Increasing Night-Time Thefts
Katikati police report several recent theft incidents, urging community vigilance.
Fake Banknotes and a Wave of Thefts Keep Katikati Police Busy
Katikati police report counterfeit $50 and $100 notes circulating in the Western Bay, alongside a string of burglaries, thefts, and arrests in late July.
Katikati Police Report Rising Crime Concerns
Katikati police address alarming crime trends.
Katikati Police Report Burglaries, Scams and Domestic Violence
Katikati Police report a spike in burglaries, phone scams impersonating banks, and domestic violence incidents across the district in July 2025.
Katikati Police Report Drop in Crime but Warn of Ongoing Scams
Katikati Police report a drop in crime in June but warn of active scams and note several arrests, including one man remanded in custody on serious charges.
Police Warn of Rising Diesel Thefts from Farms and Machinery
Katikati police are seeing a rise in diesel thefts from farms and machinery, urging locals to lock up and report suspicious activity as fuel prices climb.
Wanted Waihī Man Escapes After Hour-Long Foot Chase in Katikati
A wanted Waihī man escaped police after a five-kilometre foot chase through Katikati on 18 March. Several other arrests and thefts were also reported in th