Source: New Zealand Police
Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash in Taradale this afternoon.
At around 1.20pm, Police were called to Neeve Road where a car collided with a fence.
Sadly, despite best efforts of emergency services, one person died at the scene.
The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducts a scene examination.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Nearly seven years after 45-year-old father Eddie Peters was killed in Flaxmere, Police have charged a man with his murder.
Detective Inspector Dave de Lange said Police arrested a 29-year-old Hastings man this morning, and the accused is expected to appear in the Hastings District Court this afternoon [22 July]. The man is also charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.
A 30-year-old Hastings woman has also been arrested and charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. This relates to the investigation into Mr Peters’ death.
“In the early hours of Friday 16 November 2018, Eddie was viciously beaten and left for dead on the driveway of a home on Diaz Drive in Flaxmere. He was hospitalised, but despite the best efforts and care of medical staff, he sadly died at Wellington Hospital on 24 November,” Detective Inspector de Lange said.
“Since that time, Police have continued a challenging investigation to hold whoever was responsible accountable for Eddies’s death. The investigation team has worked relentlessly to get today’s result, following leads, picking apart information and never giving up on Eddie or his family.”
Detective Inspector de Lange said Police were able to piece together the tragic events of that night thanks to the assistance from members of the Hastings community.
“What happened to Eddie was terrible, and the investigation team has remained focused on establishing exactly what happened, for Eddie’s whanau and friends.
“The arrest brings some satisfaction, but I believe there are still more people out in the community who know what happened and can further assist the investigation. I urge them to contact us and discuss what they know.”
Anyone with information can contact their nearest Police station, or make a report online via 105. Please use the reference number 181116/4372.
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One person has died following an ATV crash on Foxton Beach this afternoon.
Emergency services were called to the beach at around 1.10pm.
The deceased was one of two people on the ATV at the time of the crash, which occurred on the beach near the surf lifesaving club. The second person was uninjured.
Further information regarding the deceased will not be released at this stage, to allow all necessary family notifications to take place.
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Police can confirm the name of the man who died following a house fire on Oranga Street, on 23 July.
He was Nigel Philip Tyler, 69, from Westown.
Police offer our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.
There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding this incident.
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Police investigating a crash in Inglewood on Saturday 26 July are wanting to speak to anyone who witnessed the crash.
At around 6:10pm, Police were called to State Highway 3 at the intersection with King Road after a vehicle crashed into a bank.
The driver of the vehicle sustained moderate injuries.
We’d like to speak to anyone who witnessed the crash. This includes any dashcam or CCTV footage.
Police can be contacted via 105 either over the phone or online.
Please reference event number P063290271.
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A 36-year-old man faces a range of charges after Police seized cash, cannabis, methamphetamine and a stolen firearm in Pahiatua yesterday.
About 1.50pm yesterday, Police observed and then stopped a suspicious vehicle on Pahiatua Pongaroa Road, north of the Pahiatua township.
During a search of the vehicle, officers uncovered a stolen firearm in the rear footwell, 77 rounds of ammunition, and a small amount of cannabis and methamphetamine.
An additional 1.1 kilograms of cannabis was recovered in a related search warrant today.
“Seizures like this make our community safer,” says Acting Sergeant Chris Butterfield. “Anytime we can take weapons and drugs off our streets it removes potential harm from our community.
“We want to thank the public for their assistance on this one, people saw a suspicious-looking vehicle and called us. As a result, we’ve got drugs and a firearm out of circulation.”
The man is due to appear in Palmerston North District Court today on charges of burglary, unlawfully possessing a firearm, unlawfully possessing ammunition and possession of a cannabis plant.
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One person has died after a fire at a residential property in Westown late last night.
Police were called to the address about 11pm.
Sadly one person was located deceased.
Police will conduct a scene examination along with Fire and Emergency New Zealand this morning.
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Police can confirm one person has died following a serious crash in Manakau this afternoon.
At around 4.15pm, Police were called to the two-vehicle crash on Waitohu Valley Road, between Ringawhati Road and South Manakau Road.
Sadly, despite best efforts of emergency services, one person died at the scene.
The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducts a scene examination.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 1, Manakau earlier today.
Emergency services were called to the collision involving a car and a motorcycle, near Whakahoro Road just before 10:20am.
The motorcyclist died at the scene. A second person sustained minor injuries.
The Serious Crash Unit attended and enquiries are being made to determine the circumstances of the crash.
State Highway 1 has since re-opened.
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Police are urging rural property owners to be vigilant and ensure their property is secure including farm gates.
A key focus for Police is preventing crime from happening in the first place.
We would like to remind rural property owners to make security a priority.
A lot of reported thefts are committed by opportunistic criminals looking for an insecure shed, or a farm vehicle with keys left in the ignition or an open gate.
It’s important to ensure your property, including fuel tanks, are secure and locked to restrict theft and tampering.
There are a range of measures you can take to ensure your property is safe and less appealing to burglars:
Secure your home, garage, farm buildings, fuel tanks and vehicles at night and when unattended.
Record the serial numbers or engrave tools, electronic and valuable items with your licence number.
Install an alarm system and get sensor lights fitted as a deterrent.
Always lock your property and auxiliary buildings when you leave, even if it’s only for a short time.
Always lock your vehicles when you leave them and take your keys with you.
Use chains and locks to secure openings and access.
Keep in contact with your neighbours and let one another know if you see anything unusual.
We take burglary and theft incidents seriously, if you see anything suspicious contact Police immediately on 105 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Further burglary prevention advice is available on the Police website.
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