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As holiday-makers enjoy their time in the sunny Hawke’s Bay, Police have advice for both locals and visitors about how to ensure we head into 2026 on a high note.
Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander, says he wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable New Year in our … View moreAs holiday-makers enjoy their time in the sunny Hawke’s Bay, Police have advice for both locals and visitors about how to ensure we head into 2026 on a high note.
Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander, says he wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable New Year in our region.
“We welcome you if you’re in Hawke’s Bay to enjoy the weather, food, and everything else our area has to offer. Respect each other, don’t overindulge and make good decisions. Don’t be ‘that person’ who ruins it for everyone.”
🔵 Staff deployed across Hawke’s Bay, to beaches, events and more
“Keep yourselves safe and look after each other,” says Inspector Sycamore.
There will be a strong Police presence in traditional holiday hotspots across our region, including our beautiful beaches.
We all have a responsibility to ensure our friends and loved ones are safe this summer, so keep an eye out and report any concerns you have.”
🔵 Visible presence on Hawke’s Bay roads: If you can’t follow road rules, expect to see red and blue in your rear-view.
Inspector Sycamore says officers will continue to be out on our roads, targeting unsafe drivers.
“Alcohol continues to be a factor in a number of crashes across the region, and we will continue to set up checkpoints and breath test drivers,” he says.
"Wear your seatbelt, don’t drink and drive, stay off your phone and make sure you’re rested."
🔵 When you’re shopping, we’ll be watching
As you flash your cash at the holiday sales, Police beat teams will be conducting routine patrols through retail areas right into the New Year.
Inspector Sycamore says officers will be checking in with local store workers and members of the community.
If you feel unsafe or have concerns about dangerous, illegal or suspicious behaviour, call Police on 111.
For non-urgent concerns you can call 105 or visit www.police.govt.nz... and report the incident online.
Police are appealing for information from the public after a burglary in Napier South over the weekend.
At around 8.50am on Sunday, Police were notified of the burglary at the Red Cross shop on Carlyle Street. After initial enquiries it is believed the incident occurred between 5pm on Saturday … View morePolice are appealing for information from the public after a burglary in Napier South over the weekend.
At around 8.50am on Sunday, Police were notified of the burglary at the Red Cross shop on Carlyle Street. After initial enquiries it is believed the incident occurred between 5pm on Saturday and 8.30am on Sunday.
Police are now working to determine what has occurred and are urging anyone who may have information to contact us.
We would like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage in the Carlyle Street area, as well as anyone who has information that can assist in our enquiries.
If you have information that can assist in our investigation, please contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking 'Update Report' or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 251116/5294.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police investigating the unexplained death of a Hastings woman last month are now treating her death as a homicide.
Emergency services were called to an address in Kotuku Street, Camberley, on 29 October, where a 37-year-old woman was found deceased.
A committed team of detectives has been … View morePolice investigating the unexplained death of a Hastings woman last month are now treating her death as a homicide.
Emergency services were called to an address in Kotuku Street, Camberley, on 29 October, where a 37-year-old woman was found deceased.
A committed team of detectives has been assigned to the investigation, including additional staff from other districts.
We believe there are people in our community who have vital information about this matter and the people involved.
We urge them to come forward and speak to us.
If you can help, please use our 105 service and reference Operation KNELL, file 251029/3817.
You can also share information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police investigating the murder of Bill Maangi in Gisborne are seeking the public’s help in identifying two people believed to be directly linked to the incident.
Police reviewing CCTV from around the area at the time show two men wearing sweatshirts with their hoodies on.
One was seen … View morePolice investigating the murder of Bill Maangi in Gisborne are seeking the public’s help in identifying two people believed to be directly linked to the incident.
Police reviewing CCTV from around the area at the time show two men wearing sweatshirts with their hoodies on.
One was seen running from Forrester House over the Ormond Road bridge onto Riperata Street.
Another was captured walking from Forrester House on Ormond Road towards town, across Mary Street and continued on Ormond Road.
The two people sought are also believed to be involved with the theft of a Hyundai Sonata vehicle reported missing from Forrester House, Ormond Road sometime between 7:30pm and midnight on 28 September, recovered by Police on 20 October.
If anyone recognises these people or knows who they could be, please contact Police via 105, either over the phone or online. Please reference Operation Bushman, or the file number 250929/9035.
Police have also set up an online portal to submit information Operation Bushman.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
Police are grateful for community’s help and thank the members of the public that have helped so far.
Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images.
We believe he may be able to assist us in a series of ongoing enquiries in the Twyford area.
Unlike what the images appear to show, he is actually believed to be wearing a dark grey/black top and grey pants.
… View morePolice are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images.
We believe he may be able to assist us in a series of ongoing enquiries in the Twyford area.
Unlike what the images appear to show, he is actually believed to be wearing a dark grey/black top and grey pants.
If this is you, or you know who this man is, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 251031/8604.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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