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Sergeant Andrew Judson is sick of dealing with bike thieves.

One offender stole seven bikes in four days from busy, public places in central Christchurch. Another was beaten by his own game and had his stolen bike stolen.

Last week, Christchurch’s Community Beat Team set their sights on three prolific offenders. By the end of the week all three had been arrested and charged.

“We are apprehending bike thieves regularly, but removing the opportunity would go a long way to removing the problem,” says Sergeant Judson.

“Bike thieves take the easy option. If a bike has a decent lock on it, like a D lock, they’ll leave it alone.”

“It’s that simple. If you like your bike, lock it up properly, don’t give these criminals the opportunity.”

In last week’s crackdown, three men, aged 35, 36 and 52 years, were arrested on a variety of charges including theft and wilful damage. One has since pleaded guilty and been remanded in custody until sentencing.

If you witness any suspicious behaviour report it to Police on 105 if it’s after the fact or 111 if it’s happening now.

If you love your bike, register it with 529 Garage.
If you recover a bike, check 529 Garage to see if it’s registered.

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Police can now name the person who died following a crash in Culverden on 15 April.

He was 73-year-old Linton Charrington Gardiner, from Waiau, Hurunui.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing.

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Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash this morning.

At around 7am, Police were notified of the single vehicle crash on Charles Upham Drive in Rangiora.

Despite efforts by emergency services, one person died at the scene.

A scene examination has been completed and the road has reopened.

While enquiries into the crash are ongoing, initial indications suggest this is a suspected medical event and the death will be referred to the Coroner.

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Police can confirm the 50-year-old woman reported missing from the Addington area on 16 April has been located safe and well.

We would like to thank the members of the public who provided information that assisted in locating her.

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In the 18 months to Monday, first responders had seen the result of crashes that killed 26 people around rural Canterbury.

By Tuesday, it was 28.

Inspector Peter Cooper, the Canterbury Rural Area Commander, is a 40-year veteran but says experience doesn’t make fatal crashes easier to deal with.

Ahead of the Easter weekend he’s urging motorists to take it slow and stay focused on their driving.

“Every one of those fatalities comes with a massive human toll, affecting the families and friends of the deceased, the motorists who are first on the scene, and the first responders – particularly the large number of them who are volunteers.

“Every death on the roads affects us all – it’s people in our rural  community who are going to the deaths of people from their communities.”

Even for seasoned Police, seeing the effects of a crash on a person can be hard.

“In the space of two hours on Tuesday, the team that investigated a fatal crash in Culverden then had to attend the second fatal crash in Leithfield. It’s rough for everyone, and you’re seeing things nobody should have to see.”

Inspector Cooper didn’t want to dwell on the reasons for each crash – but he says drivers need to focus on driving safely rather than pushing themselves and their cars to the limits.

“If the weather’s bad like it’s meant to be this weekend, slow down. If you’re tired from driving, take rest breaks and take in the scenery.

“Drive like your life, and the lives of those you love, depends on it. When we say one death is too many, we mean it.”

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One person has died following the earlier crash on SH1, Leithfield, this afternoon.

State Highway One is open, however the entrance to Mays road is closed while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene.

Motorists should continue to avoid the area if possible.

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One person has died following the earlier crash this afternoon on SH7, near Culverden.

Another person has sustained moderate injuries.

The road remains closed, with diversions in place, while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene.

Motorists should continue to avoid the area if possible.

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Please attribute to Relieving Central District Commander Inspector Ross Grantham:

Police accepts the findings by the Independent Police Conduct Authority which investigated complaints against three officers involved in the investigation and trial regarding the murder of Palmiro MacDonald.

Mr MacDonald went missing in March 2016 and his remains were found several months later in Horowhenua. Police began a homicide investigation and three people were charged with his murder. However, charges against all parties were eventually dropped or dismissed in court.

We accept and agree with the findings by the IPCA that there were issues with disclosure of information but that these were not intentional or deliberate acts.

Since this incident, the Solicitor-General has issued guidelines for the use of inmate admissions evidence, and Police now require senior detective supervisors to review inmate admissions evidence against these guidelines in homicide investigations.

Police were also involved in the development of the High Court ‘Criminal Disclosure in High Court Trials’ practice note which was implemented in 2023. That practice note requires specific consideration of ‘inmate witnesses’ or ‘incentivised witnesses’ in terms of ensuring disclosure obligations are addressed.

Police are confident that these two significant changes to the process will avert as best as possible any future mistakes being made.

The IPCA recommended Police prescribe in policy that it be standard practice that all prison informant interviews being undertaken for the purpose of taking statements should be video or audio recorded.

Police do not agree with the recommendation, but will engage with the Authority in an effort to resolve the issue.

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Police can now release the name of the man who died following a single-vehicle crash on SH5 near Mamaku on Tuesday 22 April.

He was Paul John Coleman, 51, of Hamilton.

Police extend their condolences to his family and friends.

His death has been referred to the Coroner.

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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Owhata overnight.

The two-vehicle crash on the corner of Te Ngae Road and Tennyson Drive was reported at about 9:10pm.

One person died at the scene. A second person received serious injuries.

Police would like to speak with anybody who witnessed the crash. This includes any dashcam or CCTV footage around the area.

If you have any information, please contact Police via 105, either online or over the phone.

Please reference file number 250426/9296.

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