Eastern District Police

15/06/2026

Highway Cops returns tomorrow night for Series 10 🚔

Tuesday 16th June | TVNZ1 | 8pm | Or catch up on demand at TVNZ+

10/06/2026

NZ Civil Defence are testing the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) system on Sunday 14 June, between 6-7pm ⚠️📲

If you have a hidden second phone for your safety, we recommend turning it off or putting it in flight mode for the duration of the test (6-7pm on Sunday 14 June) to ensure it’s not discovered when the nationwide Emergency Mobile Alert is sent.

Some mobile devices set to silent mode will still emit a sound when the Emergency Mobile Alert test is sent, so switching to flight mode or turning off your device is the only way to avoid the loud sound of the alert.

You can find more information about the Emergency Mobile Alert system, including a factsheet and list of FAQs at 🚨 https://getready.govt.nz/en/prepared/ema

09/06/2026

You’re invited 📩

Our Havelock North Community Constable is hosting a community meeting to give you a chance to ask any questions you may have, raise concerns or simply have a chat.

Here are the details -
📍 Venue: Lantern Gallery Room, Havelock North Function Centre
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

We’re here to listen, connect and work together towards a safer community. Everyone is welcome and we would love to see you there 🤝

08/06/2026

Learn more about our Asset Recovery Unit and what happens to properties, cars, cash and other proceeds of crime once seized.

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08/06/2026

Maraekakaho Road is currently closed near State Highway 50 following a crash.

The crash involving a car and a cyclist was reported at 3:45pm.

The cyclist has been seriously injured.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

Send a message to learn more

07/06/2026

Eastern District Police arrested two people following a serious fleeing driver incident through Hastings and Flaxmere last night.

Police spotted the vehicle on Clive Street just before 6:15pm, it had been involved in a separate fleeing driver incident on Saturday and police signalled for it to stop.

However, the driver fled, travelling through rural areas and into Havelock North Township.

Police successfully spiked the tires of the car, but the driver kept going despite the wheels sparking and car smoking and on fire, endangering other members of the public who were on the road.

Police followed the vehicle at distance, finally closing in and blocking it on Flaxmere Avenue.

In a desperate bid to flee the scene, the offender rammed two Police patrol cars. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the vehicles have sustained damage.

A 29-year-old man and 28-year-old woman were taken into custody without incident.

They both have existing warrants to arrest on separate matters and will be facing new charges stemming from the incident.

07/06/2026

10-2. Constable Jake is back on shift in Papakura. Watch the full episode on our Youtube channel 📽️ https://youtu.be/7GH494JFhB8

06/06/2026

Jubilation, pride and family were to the forefront of the most recent graduation, which saw 67 new constables ready to step into their districts on 1 June and continue their learning on the frontline.

Wing 395's future growth and development were themes of the speeches given at the 21 May graduation.

The Royal New Zealand Police College’s Director, Superintendent Sam Keats, spoke of the wing being shaped through their training and given “the building blocks for a bright and fulfilling career ahead.”

Deputy Commissioner Mike Pannett asked them to commit to a career of learning, saying they have much more to learn about themselves and their communities, “and much more to give and achieve” as they focus on being visible, reassuring and responsive.

Someone who has given much to the community is the wing’s patron, Heniaka August QSM (fondly known as ‘Nan’).

She advised the wing to remember they are part of the community they are serving.

Read more here 📖 www.police.govt.nz/news/ten-one-magazine/new-start-line

06/06/2026

That awkward moment when you realise you've tried to scam the police.. 📞😅

These scammers have absolutely nothing to do with Spark.

It’s really important that people are wary and know what to look out for, as this is the best way to protect themselves.

💸 A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you to ask for your PIN, password or to move money to another account.

💸 Never click on a link in an unexpected email or text – you could be giving access to your personal and financial details.

💸 Always question uninvited approaches in case it is a scam. Instead, contact the company directly using a known email or phone number.

💸 Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic – just because someone knows your basic details (name and address, or mother’s maiden name) it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

💸 Don’t be rushed into making a decision or financial transaction on the spot – a genuine bank or trusted organisation would never do this.

💸 Listen to your instincts – if something feels wrong then it generally is.

Visit the www.scamwatch.co.nz for more information on how you can prevent yourself, family and friends from being scammed.

If you are unsure if a call is genuine, the best thing you can do is hang up.

Anyone who believes they are a victim of a scam, in person, over the phone or online, should immediately report it to their bank, and then to their local Police.

05/06/2026

The Hawke’s Bay Expressway is closed both ways at Westshore, following an earlier crash.

A single vehicle crashed into the middle barrier shortly before 4:30am.

While there were no injuries of note, the Expressway is closed between Prebensen Drive and Watchman Road, and is expected to be so for several more hours while repairs are made to the barrier.