CRIME

Two youths arrested in relation to Havelock North fire

Two youths were arrested yesterday in relation to a fire on Crosses Road in Havelock North yesterday. Police said the fire was started at around 12.45pm yester...

Three Strikes Law looks to returns but is it effective

The Government yesterday announced its commitment to bringing back the Three Strikes legislation, but some feel like it is a step backwards in the fight against...

Quick arrest following attempted robbery in Hastings

Police quickly arrested a man believed to be responsible for an attempted robbery in Mahora, Hastings last night. Around 6.35 pm, Police were called to a Fre...

Man in critical condition after assault in Waipukurau

A man is in critical condition in hospital following a serious assault in Waipukurau late last night. Police Detective Senior Sergeant Sally Patrick said in a...

Police urge people to beware of scammers offering shipping containers for sale

People are being urged to beware of scammers offering shipping containers for sale on Facebook Marketplace and some local community pages on social media. "T...

Road spikes used to stop stolen vehicle driven by five youths taken in Central Hawke's Bay

Hawke's Bay Police have taken five youths into custody following a stolen vehicle incident on Sunday 14 April. At about 1.30am on Sunday, Police located a st...