Armed police swarmed the Hamilton east area after the car was abandoned around 7pm

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22 Nov: The West Indies have been bowled out for 161 by the Black Caps in the final one-day cricket match in Hamilton

22 Nov: The West Indies have lost three wickets but are scoring at a respectable rate in today's final one-day dead rubber at Seddon Park in Hamilton

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20 Nov: F1 Las Vegas start time, how to watch grand prix, and drivers' championship standings

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10 Nov: F1 Brazil results: Oscar Piastri fifth after São Paulo Grand Prix penalty as Lando Norris increases lead in standings

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