Car theft in New Zealand: The most stolen models and riskiest areas
Based on MoneyHub’s detailed Stolen Car Analysis, head of research Christopher Walsh isolates multiple trends for the six…
Rotorua shoplifting suspect accused of $13k thefts found hiding in wardrobe
Another alleged shoplifter, aged 20, was also found at the same address. Police said she was recognised by…
Kmart Rotorua introduces 50c trolley bond to curb thefts
They said lost trolleys and having the Rotorua Lakes Council return their trolleys was costing thousands of dollars.…
Jacob Blake sentenced for Christchurch van thefts and drug‑fuelled crime spree
The man leapt into the passenger seat and tried to stop him from driving off. But Blake drove…
Rotorua iwi trust devastated by thefts of pest control gear before awards ceremony
Through iwi and charitable donations over the past two years, the trust bought specialised equipment for its now…
Railway sleepers targeted in string of thefts across Whangārei businesses and KiwiRail
He suspected the sleepers were being sold. Police were working to ascertain who was responsible. Greenfingers Growing Mixes…
Christchurch mother of four claims kleptomania behind years-long shoplifting spree
“She claims she is a kleptomaniac. When I look at the charges, she is clearly stealing for resale,”…
Edmonton police warn people to be on the lookout for a group of hugging bandits
Police in Alberta say the public should mind strangers asking for hugs or sharing sob stories after three…
Recidivist shoplifter Debra Jupp lambasted by judge over latest retail thefts
She mainly targeted Farmers stores in Hamilton, Tauranga, and Auckland, along with Woolworths, Pak’nSave and Chemist Warehouse stores,…
New police retail crime unit nabs shoplifters linked to $250k thefts just hours after hitting the streets
The Tactical Retail Crime Unit started on Monday. It was established in response to ongoing concerns around retail…