Wanted man shot by police after armed standoff in Hamilton carpark
“Officers stopped the vehicle from leaving, before the man presented a shotgun,” he said. Police ordered the man…
Police carry out armed traffic stop after dramatic car chase in Northland
“It was also reported that weapons may have been presented at the victim,” Fouhy said. Several units responded,…
Napier: Police cordons stood down in Marewa after alleged firearm sighting
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Teen brothers in armed group that stormed Hamilton flat and robbed victims at knifepoint sent to prison
The court heard that the young pair had a positive, well-supported background, which included a Year 13 education.…
Victoria Police to deploy semiautomatic rifles at Australian Open for safety
Nationals leader David Littleproud. Photo / Getty Images “Look, it is a sad sign of the times that…
Police feared NZ soldier had knives and petrol bombs during 5-hour search
The Herald understands the individual was taken into police custody after allegedly making threats to kill and claiming…
West Auckland attempted robbery: 11-year-old among three youths arrested
“Within minutes of the aggravated robbery being reported, three youths were located and arrested, which is a great…
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Man charged with impersonating officer after joining police convoy while disqualified and armed
“It was quite the unexpected find,” Armstrong said. “Our team is extremely pleased to be able to remove…
Ruatiti farm killings: Dog club members rescue pets under armed police guard
“Yesterday was a day with so many different emotions one would think the well was dry. But no,…
Armed tactical police detain multiple men in Sydney’s southwest
It is unclear whether the group of men arrested posed any danger to the public, and unclear why…
Man arrested with samurai sword after armed police swarm central Auckland
“Police have located and seized a samurai sword wrapped in a jacket, which this man was carrying,” Meade…