Wellington District Police
Community Organisation
Community Organisation
Thank you for using Neighbourly
Police continue to investigate the death of Abdulhassan Nabizadah, a year on from when he was critically injured on Camperdown Road, Miramar.
Mr Nabizadah was assaulted and robbed around 12.30am on 17 March 2025, in what Police believe was part of a premeditated attack.
The offenders, who … View morePolice continue to investigate the death of Abdulhassan Nabizadah, a year on from when he was critically injured on Camperdown Road, Miramar.
Mr Nabizadah was assaulted and robbed around 12.30am on 17 March 2025, in what Police believe was part of a premeditated attack.
The offenders, who stole nothing more than his car keys, then callously left him bleeding and unconscious on the footpath.
No one has yet been held responsible for his killing, and police are committed to continue their pursuit of justice for the Nabizadah family.
The investigation team has gathered a significant amount of information and believe they know who is involved.
We know the people responsible will have talked about the death with friends and family.
We ask those people tell us what they have heard.
Any information, no matter how small may make the difference for investigators.
Mr Nabizadah has been described as a gentle, caring man, and his family continue to grieve their loss of him.
It is not too late to provide Mr Nabizadah’s family with answers – if you know something, we encourage you to speak with us.
If you have any information that could assist the Operation Celtic investigation team, please get in touch with us online through 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 250317/6324, or reference Operation Celtic.
Police investigating an assault in Cannons Creek this morning are seeking information from the public to assist our investigation.
Just before 7:40am, Police were called to Dido Place after reports of a firearm being discharged. One person sustained moderate injuries, they are now stable in … View morePolice investigating an assault in Cannons Creek this morning are seeking information from the public to assist our investigation.
Just before 7:40am, Police were called to Dido Place after reports of a firearm being discharged. One person sustained moderate injuries, they are now stable in hospital.
Residents can expect to see an ongoing Police presence as our investigations progress.
There is not believed to be any risk to the wider public following this incident.
Police would like to hear from anybody who witnessed the incident, as well as those who were in and around Dido Place and the surrounding areas at the time of the incident.
Information can be provided to Police via 105 either over the phone or online, quoting the reference number 260220/7899.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Motorists across the greater Wellington area, and particularly through the Hutt Valley, are advised to stay off the roads where possible due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
There is flooding across a number of areas. If you must travel, please slow down and be prepared for surface flooding or … View moreMotorists across the greater Wellington area, and particularly through the Hutt Valley, are advised to stay off the roads where possible due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
There is flooding across a number of areas. If you must travel, please slow down and be prepared for surface flooding or obstructions on the road.
Anyone travelling should check NZTA’s Journey Planner website for the latest road conditions before heading out.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have information on offending by Father Rowan Donoghue to come forward.
This comes after all suppressions for Father Donoghue lifted on 28 January 2026.
He has pleaded guilty in Christchurch District Court on 13 November 2025, in relation to a number of … View morePolice are appealing for anyone who may have information on offending by Father Rowan Donoghue to come forward.
This comes after all suppressions for Father Donoghue lifted on 28 January 2026.
He has pleaded guilty in Christchurch District Court on 13 November 2025, in relation to a number of historical offences against former students at St. Bede's College in Christchurch, and is set for sentencing later this year.
Following the lifting of all suppression, Police have been made aware that former students of Wellington school St. Patrick's College Silverstream, have alleged similar offending by Father Donoghue.
Father Donoghue worked at St. Patrick's College Silverstream from 1982 to 1992.
We know it can be incredibly difficult and at times distressing to talk about these matters, but we would like to reassure any victims of offending that we will take them seriously.
Police has a number of officers and detectives dedicated to these cases, and we provide a safe space to report offending in confidence.
If you have any information or would like to report similar offending, please contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.
We can then contact you to make appropriate arrangements to discuss matters in an appropriate and safe way.
Wellington Police investigating a number of serious assaults in Churton Park are appealing for information that may assist us in identifying the men pictured, as we believe they may be able to assist our investigation.
On Saturday 13 December 2025, Police were called to a premises in Churton … View moreWellington Police investigating a number of serious assaults in Churton Park are appealing for information that may assist us in identifying the men pictured, as we believe they may be able to assist our investigation.
On Saturday 13 December 2025, Police were called to a premises in Churton Park where a gathering was taking place.
Around 90 young people were in attendance of the supervised invitation-only gathering, where at around 10.30pm four people arrived uninvited.
The alleged offenders were masked, and one was armed with a weapon.
The alleged offenders have then conducted a planned, violent, unprovoked assault on seven young people in attendance of the gathering before fleeing the area.
The seven people received a range of injuries, from minor bruising to a fractured skull which required surgery.
They are now all home and recovering from their injuries.
Police have been speaking with the victims, and the large number of witnesses at the gathering.
Our enquiries into the incident have established the alleged offenders attended the Mobil Gas Station in Johnsonville around 20 minutes prior to the assault.
An 18-year-old Tawa man has been arrested and charged with multiple counts including wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, assault with intent to injure, and common assault.
Police are now appealing for information from the public that may help us in identifying the three people pictured as we believe they could assist in our enquiries.
- One man is wearing a ‘36’ Pittsburgh Steelers NFL jersey, light coloured denim shorts, and blue and white basketball sneakers.
- The second man is wearing a black hoodie with ‘Lakers’ printed on the front, dark-coloured shorts, white sneakers, and has a diamante stud earring in their left ear.
- A third person cannot be seen in the images, however, has been described as wearing a grey hoodie, beige / grey shorts, and black sneakers.
If you know who these men may be, or attended the gathering, please get in touch with us online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking ‘Update Report’, using the reference number 251217/8772.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers online or through 0800 555 111.
© Neighbourly 2026
Loading…