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Police are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months.
Inspector Glenda Barnaby, Christchurch Area Prevention manager, says daytime burglaries are just as common as nightime burglaries.
“Burglaries can be committed at any time of the day, and coming into warmer … View morePolice are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months.
Inspector Glenda Barnaby, Christchurch Area Prevention manager, says daytime burglaries are just as common as nightime burglaries.
“Burglaries can be committed at any time of the day, and coming into warmer months there is more opportunity for thieves."
"Although a majority of burglaries involve forced entry through windows and doors, we are starting to see more incidents at insecure premises. Police deal with cases where burglaries are committed in broad daylight, sometimes even while the victim is at home. Good weather means open doors and windows, which makes homes more vulnerable to burglars.”
Inspector Barnaby says there’s a few things people can do to reduce their changes of a burglary being committed.
⚠️ If you’re going outside for gardening, relaxing in the sun, or working in the garage, take a moment to lock your doors and secure your windows first.
⚠️ Do the same at night when you go to bed - keep your doors and windows secure and close your curtains. Fitting window stays means you can get a breeze coming through, while keeping your windows secure.
⚠️ Get to know your neighbours - let them know if you’re going away and look out for one another.”
If you see any suspicious activity, people or vehicles in your neighbourhood, don't hesitate to contact Police.
If you witness or suspect any illegal activity, please call 111 if it is happening now, or make a report through 105 either online or over the phone, if it is after the fact.
4.30pm UPDATE:
Police have taken a man into custody in the ongoing homicide investigation in east Auckland.
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland CIB, says: “Information was received from the public, subsequent to our earlier appeal today, which indicated our suspect was in the CBD … View more4.30pm UPDATE:
Police have taken a man into custody in the ongoing homicide investigation in east Auckland.
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland CIB, says: “Information was received from the public, subsequent to our earlier appeal today, which indicated our suspect was in the CBD this afternoon."
“This is a fantastic result early in our investigation, and I would like to acknowledge the investigation team, as well as our frontline and tactical teams for their determined and tenacious work.”
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1.15pm: Police are releasing details of a dangerous man sought in connection with the homicide in east Auckland last night.
He is 36-year-old Adrian Pani, and Police advise the public to not approach him.
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland City CIB, says two men were senselessly attacked, aboard the number 76 bus travelling from Glen Innes towards Ōrakei.
A search warrant, assisted by the Armed Offenders Squad, was carried this morning but the offender was not located and remains outstanding.
Late this morning, Police obtained a warrant to arrest 36-year-old Adrian Pani. Pani is wanted to arrest for murder and causing grievous bodily harm.
“Pani should be considered armed and dangerous, and I stress to anyone not to approach him,” Detective Inspector Baldwin says. “If you see Pani or have information on his whereabouts, contact 111 without delay.”
Police are releasing two images of Pani, the second of which is a still image captured from aboard the number 76 bus last night.
Detective Inspector Baldwin is issuing a message to the public.
“I know many of you will be unsettled by these events but let me tell you our absolute priority right now is to locate Pani and take him into custody.”
The Operation Gyle team will continue searching for Pani, assisted by the Armed Offenders Squad.
“There is no place in society for unprovoked and callous violence,” Detective Inspector Baldwin says. “Our victims last night did nothing wrong, and these horrific events unfolded in a short space of time. Police is committed to understanding the motive and exactly why this violence took place.”
If you see Adrian Pani, contact 111.
Please update Police online now or call 105 using the reference number 251208/7471 or Operation Gyle.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
A homicide investigation is underway following two assaults aboard a bus in east Auckland on Monday evening.
One man has died with a second man receiving serious injuries after they were attacked in two separate incidents aboard the number 76 bus travelling from Glen Innes towards Ōrakei.
A … View moreA homicide investigation is underway following two assaults aboard a bus in east Auckland on Monday evening.
One man has died with a second man receiving serious injuries after they were attacked in two separate incidents aboard the number 76 bus travelling from Glen Innes towards Ōrakei.
A team of investigators are actively searching for the offender, who remains at large this morning.
Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland City CIB, says Police were notified by ambulance about two separate assaults around 8pm.
At this stage Police have established the offender boarded the bus at Apirana Avenue in Glen Innes at 7.53pm.
Assault 1: Fenchurch and Taniwha Streets
“The first victim boarded the bus at 7.56pm and travelled a short distance before moving to exit the bus at 7.58pm,” Detective Inspector Baldwin says. “The only other passenger aboard initiated an attack on the victim, before he could exit the bus near Fenchurch Street in Glen Innes.”
During this assault, the victim has suffered a fatal knife wound. “The victim, is aged in his 50s, and managed to flee from the bus, before it continued on route.
Assault 2: in the vicinity of Coates Avenue and Kepa Road
The 76 bus continued on route and around 8.09pm, the second victim boarded the bus.
“A man aged in his 40s sat at the back of the bus where the offender moved towards him,” Detective Inspector Baldwin says. “The second unprovoked assault began when the offender approached the victim at the rear of the bus. The offender initiated a fight and quickly produced a knife and assaulted the victim. After a short confrontation the second victim managed to flee from the bus, along with another passenger and the bus driver near the bus stop at Coates Avenue and Kepa Road."
The offender eventually exited the bus himself and was last seen fleeing on foot.
Investigators seeking offender
Police staff have worked through the night to identify the offender responsible for both unprovoked attacks. This has included 2 scene examinations. The bus has been secured and will be examined today.
“I can advise the community that we are following positive lines of enquiry to identify this man, and our priority this morning is to locate and arrest him. Detectives are currently supported by members of the Armed Offenders Squad,” Detective Inspector Baldwin says.
Police have reviewed CCTV footage from inside the bus.
Detective Inspector Baldwin says: “I’m appalled at the unprovoked violence used by this offender against two men who have done absolutely nothing wrong, and one has tragically and needlessly lost his life.
“Our investigation is still in its infancy, but we are committed to understanding the motive and exactly why such violence took place aboard a bus last night."
“I know this horrific event will leave the community unsettled, but please be assured that our investigation team is doing all we can to locate this man.”
Police have spoken with a number of people but ask anyone with additional information to come forward.
Please update Police online now or call 105 using the reference number 251208/7471 or Operation Gyle.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police are urgently appealing for sightings of Rowena, 39, reported missing from Christchurch.
She was reported missing to Police on 22 October 2025, and was last seen on 14 August 2025. Rowena hasn’t been in contact with her children and her family are worried for her safety.
Police … View morePolice are urgently appealing for sightings of Rowena, 39, reported missing from Christchurch.
She was reported missing to Police on 22 October 2025, and was last seen on 14 August 2025. Rowena hasn’t been in contact with her children and her family are worried for her safety.
Police investigating her disappearance have identified her as being in Auckland, Tauranga and Christchurch in the recent months prior to her missing person report being made.
If you have seen Rowena, or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact us immediately.
You can contact us via 105 either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” and referencing file number 251022/9026.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Enquiries began after a man sustained a gunshot wound at Maadi Place at around 2.30am, on 6 December.
Detective Senior Sergeant Simon Taylor, from Counties Manukau South CIB, says a man was arrested on Sunday.
“The 20-year-old man has been charged with wounding with intent to grievous bodily … View moreEnquiries began after a man sustained a gunshot wound at Maadi Place at around 2.30am, on 6 December.
Detective Senior Sergeant Simon Taylor, from Counties Manukau South CIB, says a man was arrested on Sunday.
“The 20-year-old man has been charged with wounding with intent to grievous bodily harm,” he says. “Police believe the victim and the offender in this matter are known to each other.”
Detective Senior Sergeant Taylor says the victim remains in a serious but stable condition in Auckland City Hospital.
“Police carried out a search warrant at a Papakura address and recovered a sawn-off shotgun believed to have been used,” he says. “I hope news of this arrest brings some reassurance to the community.”
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