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Person in critical condition after South Auckland attack
The alleged assault happened outside a commercial premises at 12.10am.
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Girl died after days of illness as mum and aunt argued over who would help
The sisters have both been sentenced on a charge of manslaughter.
The Philadelphia house of horrors where a ‘serial killer’ went unnoticed for 22 years
Police have linked seven missing women to the property.
Editorial: Politicians should be able to do their jobs without fear of violence
OPINION: The brutal attack on an Australian MP has pushed safety into the spotlight.
Man who murdered his wife in front of their children says he 'snapped'
The man apologised to their oldest child and then handed himself in to the police.
Murderer brother claims younger sibling asked to be shot
Brooklyn Jenkins shot his brother, Kyle, in the head, then rolled his body down a bank.
Teen accused in Bottle-O attack and high-speed chase granted bail
He was granted bail on a 24-hour curfew until November 20.
Nick Reiner appears restless at latest hearing in parents’ murder case
Bang Showbiz: Nick Reiner faces two first-degree murder counts over his parents’ deaths.
Stabbed UK mother dies in crash while driving herself to hospital
Police said Eleanor Barnfield's puncture wounds were unrelated to the crash.
Grieving sister praises hero cop for actions at mass-casualty event
Constable David Cramp was presented with an award for his actions at Waitārere Beach.
Australian MP Helen Haines has second leg amputated after vehicle attack
Her left leg was amputated on Monday and surgeons removed her right on Wednesday.
'Just die,' 501 rapist told victim as she played dead amid stabbing frenzy
'Dude, that makes me sound evil,' the man acknowledged when shown what he'd done.
Supreme Court: Crown says Watson had a 'long-harboured intention to kill'
The Crown claims its case is overwhelming, even without a controversial photo montage.
‘Should not be approached’: Hunt for dangerous man who failed to return to prison
He is believed to be in wider Auckland, with links to Tauranga and Kāpiti.
Man appears in court after Australian MP loses leg in vehicle attack
Police have not ruled out further charges, including attempted murder.
Woman accused of attempted murder of baby daughter pleads not guilty
Her lawyer may pursue an insanity defence, pending psychiatric reports.
Man charged over ‘targeted’ attack on Australian MP
Helen Haines has lost a leg after being wedged between her car and another vehicle.
Watch: Shopkeeper left with bloody head wound as alleged thief flees
Police allege the thief's getaway car later rammed a police vehicle.
Scott Watson appeal: Watson was only man with his eyes half-closed in police montage
The appeal challenges a 2024 ruling that found no miscarriage of justice.
'Blood everywhere': Youth witness' visceral account of bus stop killing
He watched as US entomology student Kyle Whorrall was struck over the head with a weapon.
Public put at risk: Man charged after laser aimed at police helicopter
The man is charged with interfering with an aircraft under the Civil Aviation Act 2023.
One person dead, another injured in shooting near Ohio mosque
An investigation into the shooting is underway.
Kenyan cult leader guilty of murdering 191 people
Paul Mackenzie was alleged to have incited followers to starve to death to 'meet Jesus'.
Australian MP critically injured in attack, counter-terrorism probe launched
A knife was found inside the vehicle after a passer-by detained the driver.
How two dealers' plans for new drug network led to fatal shooting in supermarket carpark
The robbery ended in just over a minute, and the volley of shots lasted three seconds.
US PhD student was hacked with machete, jury told at teens' murder trial
“What happened next was sudden, violent and entirely unprovoked," the Crown said.
Victim of fatal street bashing given wrong drug in hospital
But a coroner says the drug mix-up did not contribute to Eddie Peters' death.
Rise of the Grumps: Angry middle-aged men drive surge in crime
Older generations more likely to be held in connection with violent behaviour, data shows.
Baby Ru’s death: Why is it taking so long to hold anyone accountable?
Baby Ru would have turned five on Sunday, three years after his death.
National admits restricting right to silence in child murder cases may breach Bill of Rights Act
A lawyer says the proposal appeared to be a 'quick fix' to a complex, case-specific issue.