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Auckland City Police are seeking the victim of an aggravated robbery in Ellerslie yesterday afternoon to come forward.
Six people have been arrested over the offending which occurred at the Ellerslie Train Station.
Sergeant Tim Roberts, of Mt Wellington Police, says the victim left the area … View moreAuckland City Police are seeking the victim of an aggravated robbery in Ellerslie yesterday afternoon to come forward.
Six people have been arrested over the offending which occurred at the Ellerslie Train Station.
Sergeant Tim Roberts, of Mt Wellington Police, says the victim left the area before Police could speak with her.
“Auckland Transport contacted Police at around 2pm, after observing the offending take place,” he says. “A group have allegedly stood over the victim in a threatening manner, taking her personal belongings before the victim has fled visibly upset.”
Sergeant Roberts says the offenders left the scene onboard a train, with camera operators tracking their movements. “Thanks to the expert eye of a Police camera operator, they have been tracked on the rail network with Police units being directed to Newmarket Train Station, and all six people were taken into custody,” he says.
An 18-year-old woman has now been charged with aggravated robbery and will appear in the Auckland District Court tomorrow.
Five other offenders, all youth, are being referred to Police Youth Aid over the offending.
The Police focus is now on identifying the victim. “This woman was wearing a grey hooded top with a NASA space agency logo on the front,” Sergeant Roberts says.
“We want to contact you to make sure you are okay and to ensure there is further support in place for you.
If this is you, or you know who this woman is, please contact Police.”
You can contact Police on 105 using the reference number 260302/5584.
Police and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by drivers.
Nitrous oxide is also known by other names, including nangs, laughing gas, and nos.
Police is increasingly concerned by the … View morePolice and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by drivers.
Nitrous oxide is also known by other names, including nangs, laughing gas, and nos.
Police is increasingly concerned by the growing number of incidents involving drivers inhaling nitrous oxide and putting themselves, their passengers, and other road users at risk. Inhaling nitrous oxide can rapidly cause dizziness, confusion, and blackouts.
Assistant Commissioner of Road Policing and District Support Tusha Penny says any substance that affects judgment, coordination, or consciousness can have deadly consequences when someone is behind the wheel. “We are now seeing an increase in the use of nitrous oxide as a factor in a number of serious crashes, including some crashes where people have died.”
Police is also engaging with retailers and reminding them that the sale of nitrous oxide is illegal for recreational use under the Psychoactive Substances Act. “We will be providing letters to retailers in areas where this is a known issue over the coming weeks to remind them of their obligations.”
Police will take a graduated response to the unlawful supply of nitrous oxide, with a focus on engagement, education and encouragement, alongside enforcement where appropriate.
The Ministry of Health’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr Joe Bourne says that reports from Police of nitrous oxide misuse linked with driving are a particular concern. He says that nitrous oxide can cause significant harm when misused for recreational inhalation, and those harms are magnified when combined with driving. Mixing nitrous oxide with alcohol or other drugs can have unpredictable effects and increase the risk of harm.
“Nitrous oxide may seem relatively harmless, but it can cause real damage. When it’s inhaled, the gas pushes oxygen out of your lungs and bloodstream, which can make you dizzy, cause you to black out, or even be life-threatening in some cases,” says Dr Bourne.
Inhaling nitrous oxide can also have long-term effects. “Separately we know that heavy, frequent, or chronic use can cause nerve damage, leading to, weakness, numbness, and long-term problems with movement or coordination,” says Dr Bourne.
Dr Bourne advises individuals to contact their health care provider if anyone has used these products and is concerned about their health. The Ministry will work with Health New Zealand to raise awareness of the harms caused to physical and mental health by the recreational use of nitrous oxide.
If you’re concerned about your own drinking or drug taking, you can reach out to the Alcohol Drug Helpline on 0800 787 797, or text 8681.
If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link!
We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.
Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us ❌
Report to Department of Internal … View moreIf you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link!
We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.
Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us ❌
Report to Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) for free by forwarding to 7726.
Auckland Police investigating a firearms incident in Onehunga this morning are seeking information from the public after a person suffered critical injuries.
Shortly after 11am Police were called to a property on Arthur Street after reports a person had been shot.
Upon arrival a person was … View moreAuckland Police investigating a firearms incident in Onehunga this morning are seeking information from the public after a person suffered critical injuries.
Shortly after 11am Police were called to a property on Arthur Street after reports a person had been shot.
Upon arrival a person was located with a gunshot wound and was transported to hospital, where they remain in a critical condition.
Detective Senior Sergeant Matt Bunce says Police are asking the public for information about the incident.
“At this stage we believe this was a targeted incident and there is no ongoing risk to the public,” he says.
“If anyone has any information, or CCTV footage that may capture the area in and around Arthur Street we would like to hear from you.”
Investigators are undertaking a scene examination, and the public can expect an additional Police presence in the area.
"We understand this sort of violence is very unsettling for the community and our investigation will focus on holding anyone involved to account,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunce says.
Cordons have been lifted on the streets around the scene and are not expected to impact the upcoming concert at Go Media Stadium tonight.
How to contact Police
Information can be reported online at 105.police.govt.nz, click “update report”, or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 260116/9278.
Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.
Police are asking for the public's help finding Stuart, who has been reported missing from Central Auckland.
Stuart has been out of touch with his family for quite some time now, which is out of character.
He typically resides in Waterloo Quadrant, Central Auckland and frequents the … View morePolice are asking for the public's help finding Stuart, who has been reported missing from Central Auckland.
Stuart has been out of touch with his family for quite some time now, which is out of character.
He typically resides in Waterloo Quadrant, Central Auckland and frequents the central city.
Stuart is about 6ft (182cm) tall, of slender build, and is in his 70s.
He was last seen wearing black pants, a beige short and a blue jacket, with a black beanie (as pictured).
Police and Stuarts family have concerns for his welfare and would like to find him as soon as possible.
If you have seen Stuart or have any information that might help us locate him, please call 105, quoting file number 251219/9751.
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