Recorded crime in the Bay of Plenty continued to fall in the year to 30 June, 2012, with a decrease of 8.6 percent on the previous 12 months; one of the biggest reductions in the country.
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A third man being sought in relation to a shooting and a home invasion in Tauranga and a shooting in Hamilton has been arrested overnight.
The 44-year-old Tauranga man will appear at ... More
An investigation by Tauranga Police into the attempted murder of a man in Welcome Bay in July has resulted in the prosecution of three men.
It was approximately 9pm on Monday, 9 July, when ... More
Police in Western Bay of Plenty have delivered another blow to drug offenders today arresting 18 people during a series of raids.
A total of 17 search warrants have been executed in ... More
Police in Rotoura have launched an investigation after work to protect and restore a beautiful geothermal landmark in Waiotapu was destroyed by vandals at the weekend.
The Waiotapu Hot and ... More
Police in Bay of Plenty District have been dealing with two serious incidents this morning, says Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Standen.
At 5:18am, Kawerau police attended a home invasion ... More
