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Tuxedo-clad company director allegedly hit roadworker with SUV, accosted police while drunk
The man denied he was holding his car keys - police found them in his sock.
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Not guilty pleas entered in alleged triple homicide in Hastings
Name suppression continues for all involved until the next court appearance in July.
'Unwell' racist bus attacker suffers serious burns after later setting apartment ablaze
The woman can now be named, and set a building on fire last year.
Woman high on meth stole car with baby inside, dumped infant on side of road
The 59-year-old pulled out in front of traffic, cutting off cars, before noticing infant.
‘That’s all you need is more sex’: Woman alleges she was raped during controlling marriage
But the man's lawyer told a judge the marriage was loving and supportive.
Police investigate attack on young trio walking along street after passing tradies allegedly hurl abuse
The workers had allegedly been yelling inappropriate comments at an 18-year-old woman.
US bank executive accused of treating worker as a 'sex slave'
The worker allegedly faked his dad's death to get time off to file the lawsuit.
'They won't last long': Former All Black involved in illegal home-kill pig operation
Robert Kururangi facilitated the sale of pigs that were hit with a pole then stabbed.
Auckland couple sentenced after knife smuggling sting
The weapons include throwing knives, knuckle dusters and military style airguns.
Operation Fix: Inside the sleeper cell of a Mexican cartel in Auckland
Customs found 174kg of methamphetamine inside a shipping container from Mexico.
Husband accused of killing and blending beauty contestant wife
A court expert said Marc Rieben took his children to dinner as if nothing had happened.
Wannabe detective impersonated police to reel in unsuspecting teen girls
Charlie Simonsen-Kemp also pretended to work for NZTA and Hamilton City Council.
How employee's 9-year fraud, $6m casino habit pushed Auckland league to the brink
The sporting non-profit says damages go well beyond the $133k Marie Harper swindled.
A skull fracture, lies and concrete tomb: What really happened to the man buried beneath his home?
David Hart's body was only found 16 years later when new owners started home renovations.
'Let me hug you': Bus driver turned off lights, shut doors and groped lone female passenger
The driver said he grabbed her wrist as she'd stolen something, but a judge didn't buy it.
Upset teen raped by the adult she sought comfort from after a break-up
Mohammed Aziz fled overseas after giving DNA but was arrested at Auckland Airport.
'My childhood was full of nightmares': Boys beaten with tools by Gloriavale teacher
Victim, now 29, says years of abuse left him unable to cope with life.
Policewoman murder trial: Injured colleague speaks for the first time about ordeal
Policewoman murder trial: Injured colleague speaks for the first time about ordeal. Video / TVNZ
'No body, no parole': Killers who hide victims' bodies could be denied parole under new bill
Simon McGrath, brother of murdered builder Michael McGrath, backs the bill.
'Lawless' dirt bike riders ‘causing havoc’ on Auckland roads, says local leader
Angry and disappointed local leader wants police to act against riders.
Teen raped and abducted after sharing pizza with stranger
A lawyer tried to suggest she consented and changed her mind but a jury found otherwise.
Murderer's son repeatedly rams police car, then threatens to shoot cops
Jakeem Bowman-Fenton was a toddler when he saw his teen mum and relatives kill a man.
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming murder
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming murder: trial begins in Christchurch for man charged over policewoman’s death.
Dirt bike mob swarms vehicle, attacks and robs motorist at red light
Police say the bikers allegedly took the driver's car keys before fleeing.
'Disgraceful actions': Police Commissioner urged minister to cancel Jevon McSkimming honours
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming was given a service award in 2010.
Man who let 16yo sell sex from his home walks free with permanent suppression
The judge called the case 'very unique and unusual' for such an unsavoury-sounding charge.
Abuser blamed ‘bad trips’ for months of violence against young boy and girl
Victims suffered broken bones, a brain injury and damage to internal organs.
Armed police swarm Waihī as man allegedly fires at car during standoff
Police say the alleged gunman fired twice, including at a vehicle.
Christchurch road rage attack leaves man seriously injured, two charged
The alleged assault happened at the intersection of Burwood Rd and QEII Drive last night.
How a DHL receptionist was busted helping Killer Beez in 265kg NZ drug plot
The gang 'insider' was among those who pleaded guilty after Operation Papyrus.