Nick Pritchard
Nick Pritchard is a Detective Inspector in the New Zealand Police, known for his investigative work and public communication during critical incidents. Recently, he has been in the news for leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding a critically injured man found in Wellington, emphasizing the importance of community input and vigilance to help solve the case.
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Recent news mentions
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said police were assessing the evidence gathered during the investigation to determine criminal culpability.
Baby Ru homicide: Police take significant step towards solving case nearly two years on
New Zealand· 2025-09-30
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said police had previously said they believed there was a link between the death and the aggravated burglary.
Miramar homicide: Abdul Nabizadah believed to be victim of robbery gone wrongNew Zealand· 2025-04-23
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard described the charge against the man as a positive development for Bird's family and friends.
Wellington homicide: Man appears in court charged with murder of Simon BirdNew Zealand· 2025-04-09
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said the death was being treated as unexplained.
Wellington police confirm Simon Bird’s death being treated as a homicideNew Zealand· 2025-04-04
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said police now believed the cases were connected.
Miramar aggravated burglary: Police believe incident, Abdul Nabizadah death are connectedNew Zealand· 2025-04-03
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said a man was seen walking down Camperdown Rd and may have seen Mr Nabizadah.
Miramar home intrusion accused appears in court, keeps name secretNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard is leading the investigation into Abdul Nabizadah's death.
Man charged over Miramar aggravated burglary; Police probe possible link to Abdul Nabizadah’s deathNew Zealand· 2025-03-26Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard announced the homicide investigation regarding Mr Nabizadah's death.
Wellington head injuries death: Police launch homicide investigationNew Zealand· 2025-03-25
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said Nabizadah was not involved in the burglary.
Wellington unexplained death: Victim’s name released, died of blunt force head injuriesNew Zealand· 2025-03-21
Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard said officers found the injured and unconscious man a short distance from his vehicle.
Investigation launched after man found critically injured in Wellington diesNew Zealand· 2025-03-18