Riverhead meth bust: Two arrested, semi-automatic rifle and pistol seized
“Police arrived at the property and executed a search warrant, locating a range of equipment, materials and substances…
Police officer living with gang member and caught with cannabis in drug bust one of 10 investigations into links between police and organised crime
The officer was discharged without conviction and granted permanent name suppression. The case is one of a growing…
Port of Tauranga: 18kg cocaine and meth bust adds to record haul
Smith said the amount of methamphetamine and cocaine would have equated to a retail street value of up…
Call for Te Papa to repatriate kauri bust of Ngati Porou chief who signed the Treaty
The bust belongs to English antiques dealer Peter Petrou. Jackson, who has whakapapa to Ngati Porou and Maniapoto,…
Customs seizes 16kg of cocaine at Port of Tauranga in second big bust of the month
Customs officers discovered inconsistencies with the scan, which led to a close examination of the container and its…
Whangamatā meth bust: Police seize drugs after community tip-off
“This great catch was a direct result of information provided to police by members of the public. “Thanks…
What to do in Auckland this weekend: Sculpture OnShore, Parnell roses and more
Where: Operetu Fort Takapuna, 170 Vauxhall Rd, Devonport, Auckland Price: $15-$30 + booking fees; family passes available, from…
Central Hawke’s Bay: Blackhead Beach pāua bust – man throws his catch into the sea as police inspect it
They then did a search of the vehicle and found a pistol and ammunition, which he is set…
Maple syrup methamphetamine case: Three men involved in NZ’s biggest meth bust at border jailed
Chand was sentenced to 16 years and Tumaaga received 17 and a half years. Operation Regis intercepted more…
Operation Mexted: Police bust alleged drug-smuggling ring across Auckland, Waikato
The operation resulted in the seizure of five firearms, $915,335 in cash, 791 grams of methamphetamine, 18g of…