A vehicle parked on yellow lines was not only stolen but also led Police to discovering a shotgun hidden at a property.

On Sunday morning, a unit located a vehicle parked on Hill Crescent, New Lynn. After running a number of checks found the vehicle had been reported stolen in August.

Waitematā West Area Prevention Manager, Acting Inspector Nick Salter, says further enquiries revealed the number plates had been changed and that the person linked to the plates was wanted for a bail breach.

One person has died after a serious crash in Carterton yesterday, Sunday 20 September.

Police were called to a crash involving three motorcycles and a ute on Carter’s line, near Somerset Road, at around 2.55pm.

Sadly, despite best efforts, one person died at the scene.

Another person was transported to hospital in a serious condition, while another person received minor injuries.

The road was closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination.

Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Waikato Police investigating a death involving a train at Te Awamutu railway station are encouraging those who were present and those who may need it to seek support.

Detective Sergeant Harry Hodgson says Police urge those who witnessed the incident to contact Police.

“This is a tragic incident, and we know that it will be distressing, Victim Support is available if needed.”

Police continue to support whānau through this difficult time.

Waikato Police are also appealing to anyone who may have footage of the incident to contact us.

Police can now name the man who sadly died following a crash in Kaitāia on 15 September.

He was Richard Dick Dargaville, 81, of Ōkaihau. 

Police extend our thoughts and sympathies to his loved ones at this incredibly hard time. 

Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash are ongoing.

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Emergency services were called to an address in Otautau at around 6:50pm on Sunday.

One person has died following a serious single-vehicle crash in Carterton yesterday. 

Emergency services were called to Gladstone Road, near Tiffin Road, about 12.50pm.

Sadly, despite best efforts, one person died at the scene. 

One other person received serious injuries and was transported to hospital.

The road was closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination.

Police’s enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash involving a motorbike in Matamata-Piako yesterday. 

Police were alerted to the single-motorbike crash on Morrinsville-Tahuna Road, between Paeroa-Tahuna Road and Quine Road, about 6.45pm.

One person died at the scene, while another rider on the same bike was transported to hospital in a serious condition. Police are providing support to their families. 

The Serious Crash Unit carried out a scene examination and the road reopened before midnight.

Attribute to: Senior Constable, Hayden Hall, Auckland Maritime Unit.

Three kayakers are safely back on dry land after a chilly afternoon on the water ended with an unexpected rescue from the Police Eagle helicopter crew.

Police were first made aware of the trio capsizing at approximately 12.50pm off Maraetai Coast Road.

Eagle was quickly overhead and located the kayakers in the water. 

Attribute to Detective Inspector Haley Ryan:

Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a woman in Newlands this morning.

Emergency services were called to Gahagan Way at around 4am, where the woman was located deceased inside a property.

Police are currently speaking with a man, who is assisting with our enquiries. 

A scene guard is in place, and residents can expect to see an increased Police presence in the area as enquiries continue. 

There is not believed to be any risk to the public following this incident.