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Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal crash on State Highway 5, Taupō, on Monday.
On Monday 9 March, around 2.10am, Police were called to the single vehicle crash where sadly one person was located deceased.
The Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination … View morePolice are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal crash on State Highway 5, Taupō, on Monday.
On Monday 9 March, around 2.10am, Police were called to the single vehicle crash where sadly one person was located deceased.
The Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain on going.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the crash or the manner of driving of a Green Land Rover Discovery towing a trailer with two motorcycles.
Alternatively, if you have dashcam footage from the State Highway 5, Taupō, or surrounding areas, in the late hours of Sunday 8 March to the early hours of Monday morning, please get in touch.
Information can be provided through 105, either online or over the phone, referencing file number 260309/9199.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Bay of Plenty Police are seeking to the public’s help to identify the three people pictured in these images.
We believe they may be able to assist us with our enquiries into a breach of the Mount Maunganui landslide cordon on Wednesday 11 February and Sunday 15 February.
If you are one of … View moreBay of Plenty Police are seeking to the public’s help to identify the three people pictured in these images.
We believe they may be able to assist us with our enquiries into a breach of the Mount Maunganui landslide cordon on Wednesday 11 February and Sunday 15 February.
If you are one of these people, or you recognise them, please update us through 105 either online or over the phone.
Please use reference number 260217/6366.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police investigating the homicide of a Rotorua man are urging residents near the scene to check their properties for discarded items.
Thirty-seven-year-old Nicholas Patrick Mitchell was found deceased in a vehicle on Ford Road shortly before 8:30pm on Friday.
Rotorua Area Investigations … View morePolice investigating the homicide of a Rotorua man are urging residents near the scene to check their properties for discarded items.
Thirty-seven-year-old Nicholas Patrick Mitchell was found deceased in a vehicle on Ford Road shortly before 8:30pm on Friday.
Rotorua Area Investigations Manager Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen said Police were working “at pace” to find the offender, and asked residents on and near Ford Road to check their properties for possible evidence.
“It’s possible the offender discarded clothing, weapons, or other items while fleeing the scene.
We encourage residents to check their yards and fencelines.
If you find something that’s out of place, please leave it alone and contact Police."
Police, supported by the Armed Offenders Squad, had executed several warrants following Mr Mitchell’s death, including one last night and another this morning on Ford Road, near where Mr Mitchell was found deceased.
“We’re pursuing a number of leads and would like to hear from anyone who could help us.”
Senior Sergeant Van Kempen said Police were still seeking any information about a white Toyota Hiace van, registration DFR734, in Ford Road or the surrounding areas on the night the victim died.
“If you have information that can help, please speak with us.”
How to contact Police:
Information reported online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “update report”, or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 251212/4041.
Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.
Police investigating a fatal crash in Tāneatua are seeking further information from members of the public who witnessed the crash, or any movements leading up to the crash, to assist with our enquiries.
Prior to the crash, Police can confirm the red Honda Accord was observed travelling on Reid … View morePolice investigating a fatal crash in Tāneatua are seeking further information from members of the public who witnessed the crash, or any movements leading up to the crash, to assist with our enquiries.
Prior to the crash, Police can confirm the red Honda Accord was observed travelling on Reid Road in excess of the speed limit.
A Police vehicle travelling the other direction observed the vehicle at speed, however was unable to locate the vehicle as it travelled towards White Pine Bush Road.
Police believe there were two other vehicles near or on the Pekatahi Bridge at the time of the crash, and we’d like to speak to the occupants of those vehicles to understand what they saw.
Additionally, we’re still seeking information from anybody who saw a red Honda Accord travelling in and around Tāneatua between 5:30pm and 6pm on Tuesday 2 December.
If you have information, please contact Police via 105, either over the phone or online, referencing file number 251202/5566.
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 5, Tapapa.
Police were advised at 10.45am that a car had collided with a tree, between Harwoods Road and Tapapa Road. The car caught on fire following the crash and the fire is reported to have spread to nearby vegetation.
… View moreEmergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 5, Tapapa.
Police were advised at 10.45am that a car had collided with a tree, between Harwoods Road and Tapapa Road. The car caught on fire following the crash and the fire is reported to have spread to nearby vegetation.
Motorists are advised to expect delays and should take alternative routes where possible
⚠️ UPDATE:
Following a crash on State Highway 5, Tapapa this morning, trucks and heavy vehicles heading north between Rotorua and Tīrau will not be able to go past the intersection of Harwoods Road and State Highway 5.
A diversion for trucks and heavy vehicles is in place and drivers should follow the directions of emergency services staff.
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