Waikato Police

Waikato Police Welcome to the official page of the Waikato District Police. New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe.

With over 14,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 770,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.

One person is in custody after Hamilton Police responded to an alert to be on the lookout for a speeding vehicle from Au...
02/06/2026

One person is in custody after Hamilton Police responded to an alert to be on the lookout for a speeding vehicle from Auckland.

The vehicle was sighted speeding in Manurewa, Auckland, yesterday – the driver quickly fled officers and Police did not pursue. The vehicle was then seen again this morning speeding on State Highway 1 near Takanini heading south.

The registration was recorded, and an alert was sent to other policing districts.

The vehicle of interest was then sighted on Clyde Street in Hamilton East around 1pm today.

Police observed the vehicle from a distance due to the manner of driving and when possible, Police attempted to use spikes to stop and slow the vehicle.

The driver evaded the spikes, and began dangerously manoeuvring around other vehicles and driving on the other side of the road – putting other road users at risk.

A short pursuit was initiated after the fleeing driver hit a member of the public's vehicle on Fairfield Road. Thankfully, no one was injured.

The driver stopped on Carey Street, where they entered an address. Cordons were put in place as Police appealed for the driver to come out.

The driver exited the address after approximately an hour of talking to Police and was taken into custody. The vehicle has been impounded.

A 40-year-old man is due in Hamilton District Court tomorrow, charged with dangerous driving, failing to stop for Police, failing to stop or ascertain injury following a crash, as well as other charges relating to the incident.

Police continue to make enquiries around the incident, and we are not seeking anyone else in relation to this matter.

01/06/2026

Okaeria Road is closed following a crash in Maramarua Forest this morning.

Police were alerted to the single vehicle crash at around 9.40am.

One person is reported to have received injuries.

The road is closed, and will be for some time while the road is cleared.

Motorists are advised to take an alternate route and expect delays.

01/06/2026

They patrol our country's busiest roads 🚔

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A horror night on the roads with three fatal crashes is a sobering reminder for those travelling home today to drive saf...
01/06/2026

A horror night on the roads with three fatal crashes is a sobering reminder for those travelling home today to drive safely.

Five people have lost their lives overnight.

One person died in a crash in Wairakei, one on Waiheke, and tragically, three people were killed in a crash in Waiouru.

That is absolutely gutting.

We are thinking of their families today, while they deal with the awful reality that their lives will never be the same.

This comes after deaths in two earlier crashes this King’s Birthday weekend, bringing the provisional number of deaths to seven.

Police are urging motorists travelling home today after the long weekend to please, take every safety precaution you can.

We say it all the time but we’re going to say it again – there are four main things that contribute to death or serious injury on the roads.

Those are speeding, not using your seatbelt, driving distracted, or driving impaired, including by tiredness.

If you’re getting on the road today, please – buckle up, put your phone away, watch your speed, and if you are at all impaired by alcohol, drugs or tiredness, stop – don’t get behind the wheel.

These things might be the difference between you getting home safely or not.

Police are reminding motorists of their obligations around kea crossings, also known as school pedestrian crossings.Kea ...
31/05/2026

Police are reminding motorists of their obligations around kea crossings, also known as school pedestrian crossings.

Kea crossings operate before, after, and sometimes during school hours.

As a motorist, you are required by law to abide by the crossing patrols rules – when the red stop signs are out, you must stop behind the white line painted on the road. Failure to do so can result in being fined or charged with dangerous driving.

When approaching a kea crossing that is operating but has the stop signs drawn in, you must slow down and prepare to stop – only carry on through the crossing once it’s clear the stop signs are not being put out.

If one sign is out and the other is not, you should take care and stop, as a child or supervisor may be preparing to set up or pack down.

For more information on kea crossings, go to: kea crossings: school crossing points - www.nzta.govt.nz/travelling-on-our-roads/keeping-children-safe/school-patrols/kea-crossings

Things you shouldn't do after a night out....❌ Drive drunk❌ Text your ex Always drive sober or have a plan on how you wi...
31/05/2026

Things you shouldn't do after a night out....

❌ Drive drunk
❌ Text your ex

Always drive sober or have a plan on how you will get home safely so you can end your night with no regrets.

It's moo-ving day 🐄Waikato Police are urging motorists to drive with care and patience as June 1 approaches – the tradit...
30/05/2026

It's moo-ving day 🐄

Waikato Police are urging motorists to drive with care and patience as June 1 approaches – the traditional seasonal changeover for dairy farmers to move stock, staff and homes to other farms for the new season.

This can result in increased volumes of larger agricultural vehicles, trucks, and herd movements across rural roading networks in the region.

“This puts additional pressure on our regional rural roading network so we're asking people to use more caution when travelling during this time,” says Waikato West Rural Support Officer Constable Collette Corley.

With increased movement of agricultural equipment and truck and trailers, there is also associated refuse and pastoral debris on the roads.

“We urge all road users to be conscious of this and the impact it can have on roading surfaces.”

Some advice to remember:

• Reduce speeds significantly when approaching farm vehicles, herds or wide loads.
• Maintain good following distances to ensure you have ample time to stop.
• Remove any distractions including cell phones and always drive sober and rested.
• Allow extra time as traffic may move slower due to increased traffic and agricultural vehicles on the roads.
• Be aware of extra agricultural debris that may impact on roading surfaces.
• Take care when passing or travelling along rural roads where there are large agricultural vehicles.

“We all have a responsibility when it comes to road safety so it’s important those moving herds, agricultural equipment and other vehicles across rural roads are aware of other road users and make every effort to travel safely across the network. We are asking all drivers please be understanding and patient.”

This includes having pilot vehicles and guides when moving herds, overload vehicles and be conscious of other road users and any debris.

Just looking at all your excuses for not wearing your seatbelt 🚮
30/05/2026

Just looking at all your excuses for not wearing your seatbelt 🚮

Anywhere, anytime 👀🚨The speed limit is just that - a limit – not a target. Even a small change in speed makes a big diff...
30/05/2026

Anywhere, anytime 👀🚨

The speed limit is just that - a limit – not a target. Even a small change in speed makes a big difference to injury severity in a crash, for you and everyone else involved.

Have you seen Victor Gomes?He has a warrant out for his arrest, and Police are working to locate him. He is likely to be...
30/05/2026

Have you seen Victor Gomes?
He has a warrant out for his arrest, and Police are working to locate him.
He is likely to be in the Hamilton City area.
If you see him, please call 111 and reference file 260527/5955.
Other information can be provided through our 2105 service, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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