
Special Tactics Group - Wikipedia
The Special Tactics Group (STG) is the full-time police tactical group of the New Zealand Police. The STG, originally named the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), was established to respond to high-risk situations which are beyond the scope or capacity of everyday policing.
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Special Tactics Group (STG) Body Apply specialist skills and tactics to escalating situations which require more than the capability or capacity of the Armed Offenders Squad.
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Apply specialist skills and tactics to escalating situations which require more than the capability or capacity of the Armed Offenders Squad. This includes terrorism incidents, hostages, high-risk surveillance, VIP security, and much more.
Armed Offenders Squad - Wikipedia
On 15 October 2007, members of the AOS and the Special Tactics Group conducted several raids across New Zealand in response to the uncovering of alleged paramilitary training camps deep in the Urewera mountain ranges.
They know their stuff: STG Intel in the spotlight - policeassn.org.nz
5 days ago · The role of Special Tactics Group Intel is to pore through information, declutter it, then relay key aspects to Tactical Commanders to inform their decision-making. STG leaders say Intel is a “critical component”.
Armed Offenders Squad & Special Tactics Group - New Zealand …
The Special Tactics Group (STG), formerly known as the Anti-Terrorist Squad, is the full-time tactical and counter-terrorism group of the New Zealand Police. The STG is civilian police SWAT-type unit established to respond to high-risk situations which are beyond the scope or capacity of everyday policing.
STG training in Canterbury District | New Zealand Police
Jul 23, 2021 · As part of our regular training for our specialist teams, Police will be conducting training exercises in Canterbury District during the week 26-31 July. The exercises will take place in the New Brighton, Shirley, Riccarton and Ashburton areas.
RNZAF helicopter crews hone skills with specialist Police teams
Oct 4, 2024 · Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) helicopter crews have been honing their skills needed to support New Zealand Police’s Special Tactics Group (STG). Rescuing hostages was the backdrop for Exercise Pekapeka - a joint exercise between RNZAF No. 3 Squadron and STG held recently in the Whanganui, Waiouru and Manawatū region.
New Zealand Special Tactics Group - YouTube
Part of the New Zealand Police, the STG was established in 2004 to address evolving security challenges. Comprising extensively trained officers, the unit focuses on hostage rescue, armed...
New tactical option available to specialist groups (+ photos)
Nov 29, 2013 · Superintendent Bruce Dunstan, Commander of Police's National Tactical Groups, says the XM1006 "sponge round", will now be available to the Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch Armed Offenders Squad (AOS) and national Special Tactics Group (STG), enhancing the range of tactical options already available.