Homicide investigation launched: Te Puke
A homicide investigation has been launched after the death of a man who was critically injured in Te Puke on Saturday.
At around 10.30am, Police received a report of a person having been admitted to hospital with a critical gunshot wound. Today, despite best efforts by medical experts, the man died this morning.
Police are now working to establish the full circumstances of what has occurred, and to locate those involved.
A scene examination is taking place in the Maneoka area, and nearby residents can expect to see an ongoing Police presence in the coming days.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage in the Maneoka area on Saturday 25 October between 10am and 11am.
We would also like to speak with anyone who may have information that can assist in our investigation.
If you can assist in our enquiries, please contact Police online through 105.police.govt.nz, clicking "Update Report" or by calling 105.
Please use the reference number 251025/0395.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.2% Yes
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46.8% No
Appeal for information following fatal crash: Tāneatua
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 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.
Poll: Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in the Bay of Plenty?
When tourists take over the streets and parking disappears, where do you find your calm?
Or is summer’s hustle something to enjoy rather than escape?
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11.1% I enjoy the summer hubbub!
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88.9% Please, give me some peace
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0% I escape the region during summer
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