crime-and-justice

A 20-year-old man was critically injured following a violent altercation outside the Palmerston North District Court on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. According to New Zealand Police, the incident involved a …

Canterbury police are investigating a series of connected criminal incidents across Christchurch that occurred during the early hours of Matariki, involving multiple burglaries, stolen vehicles, and a deliberate vehicle fire. …

Kāinga Ora, New Zealand’s state housing provider, has initiated thousands of Tenancy Tribunal applications against its own tenants, primarily citing rent arrears and anti-social behavior. According to official data released …

A New Zealand building contractor has been sentenced to six months of community detention after evading more than $40,000 in tax payments. The Auckland District Court imposed the sentence following …

Investigation Reveals Caregiver Accused of Sexual Assault, Legal Proceedings Underway A caregiver in New Zealand has been accused of sexual assault following an investigation by local authorities, according to multiple …

A New Zealand woman who adopted 21 children from overseas was cleared of human trafficking allegations following a comprehensive investigation by New Zealand authorities. Immigration New Zealand and police conducted …

New Zealand Police are investigating a crime spree in which six Christchurch businesses were burgled within a 90-minute window. Authorities believe the thefts are linked and are currently following several …

UK police officers arrested a wanted man in South London after discovering him hiding inside a large shopping bag. The Metropolitan Police apprehended the individual in Peckham on November 20, …

Drug demand in New Zealand and Australia has sparked renewed debate in Fiji over potential reinstatement of the death penalty, according to recent reports. A 2023 survey by the Fiji …

Auckland Councillor Pushes for Stricter Penalties Amid Siren Dispute Following a surge in noise complaints, Auckland City Councilor Emma Thompson has called for stricter penalties against unauthorized siren use, according …