Sunny Patel
Sunny Patel is the Auckland City District Commander Superintendent, responsible for overseeing police operations in the Auckland central business district. Recently, he has been in the news discussing the police's increased presence in the area and addressing concerns raised by local businesses about safety and crime.
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Recent news mentions
Superintendent Sunny Patel acknowledged Aleni’s sentencing and the investigation conducted by the National Integrity Unit.
Ex-cop who used intelligence system to get info on mate’s Comancheros gang associate brother sentenced
New Zealand· 2025-12-02
Auckland City District Commander Superintendent Sunny Patel said the Auckland Central Police Base on Federal St was officially opened in July.
Auckland CBD poll: 97% of Herald readers say city centre feels unsafeNew Zealand· 2025-10-13
Superintendent Sunny Patel acknowledged the frustration of residents due to ongoing protests.
Man charged after Winston Peters’ Auckland home attacked with crowbar, claims Swarbrick’s rhetoric on Gaza incited vandalismNew Zealand· 2025-10-06
Auckland City District Commander Superintendent Sunny Patel said the Auckland Central Police Base on Federal St was officially opened in July.
Heart of the City survey: Auckland business owners slate CBD as lawless, unclean, hit out at drug use, beggingNew Zealand· 2025-10-05