New ZealandPolice failed to respond to allegations in-house doctor sexually assaulted recruitsAt least seven complaints were made over a 15-year period.23 May 10:21 PM
New ZealandOfficer justified in punching teen in face as he reached for hidden bong'It was his favourite bong, and he did not want it to be taken by police.'26 Apr 12:29 AM
New Zealand‘Dad, please just come out’: Neighbours describe watching the Feilding standoffScene examinations are continuing at the house.23 Apr 09:48 PM
New ZealandParliament protest: Behind the scenes of the 'incompetent' negotiationsThe IPCA said police negotiation efforts left them 'looking incompetent'.20 Apr 01:50 AM
New Zealand'Lucky someone didn’t get killed': Report into Parliament protest releasedThe Independent Police Conduct Authority found police were justified in their response.19 Apr 11:48 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Police top brass should answer to front line for protest handlingUnder-estimated and under-equipped: Top brass should answer to front line for protests.19 Apr 11:34 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely terrifying': IPCA report on violent Parliament protest released'They were itching for a fight.'19 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice trio acquitted of manslaughter: Only one remains in the force, inquest droppedAllen Ball died in a cell in 2019. What followed were a number of investigative processes.18 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice officer’s 'dangerous' arrest tactic caused death of Peter Boy TuhiThe way the officer arrested Peter Boy Tuhi caused his death, a report says.12 Apr 10:46 PM
New ZealandDog handler’s decision to release dog on woman was ‘unjustified and excessive’The woman was hiding behind a hedge following a police pursuit.05 Apr 10:50 PM
New ZealandMan in custody, air pistol found after West Auckland business targetedIncident comes days after police shot gunman following rampage across West Auckland.19 Mar 04:40 AM
New Zealand'I have forgiven them': Father of police shooting victim blames himselfKaoss Price was killed by police last year.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice use of ‘excessive force’ might not have happened if earlier complaint was addressedThe detainee says he attacked the officer because he believed he would be assaulted again.15 Mar 11:47 PM
New ZealandBack injury accidental after officer falls on youth, IPCA saysYouth ran from off-duty police officer after being caught trying to steal a motor scooter.06 Mar 10:07 PM
New ZealandNorthland police officer resigns following complaints about ‘inappropriate behaviour’The officer quit before any formal employment sanction could be taken.15 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandWoman slams ‘police chase’ as dog killed in fleeing driver collisionPolice discovered a firearm in the fleeing driver's car following his crash.08 Feb 06:28 PM
New ZealandUse of police dog to arrest fleeing young car thieves justified, IPCA findsThe use of a police dog that latched onto a youth's arm was justified the IPCA says.31 Jan 04:56 AM
New Zealand'Excruciating pain': Woman's knee 'popped' but police force justifiedThe woman appeared to be having a mental health crisis at the time she was restrained.25 Jan 10:32 PM
KahuIPCA complaint lodged claiming Māori youth racially targeted by policeResearcher: Police DNA gathering rates are 'alarming'12 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandPolice officer allegedly fraudulently obtained Covid-19 wage subsidy for his own businessThe employees who he claimed needed the money, later denied working for him.22 Dec 01:44 AM
New ZealandPolice commissioner announces pursuit policy changesSeveral officers have reported feeling frustrated and powerless with the current laws.28 Nov 06:39 PM
New ZealandWatchdog slams police for 'major deficiencies' in response to fraud complaints'The needs of victims are too often not being met,' - IPCA chair Judge Colin Doherty.14 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice did not delay in responding to fatal stabbing - watchdogA man was fatally stabbed at the property later the same afternoon.01 Nov 02:43 AM
New ZealandPolice unlawfully entered home, IPCA report finds'The actions of the officers were unlawful, they were not uncaring,' the authority said.26 Oct 11:58 PM
New ZealandPolice punched and jumped on man during arrest, fracturing his neck and ribsPolice have rejected a finding they used excessive force on the man.10 Oct 10:19 PM
New ZealandPolice officer justified in firing some shots at fleeing prisoner, but not allThe officer fired nine shots at the man, including three into the back of his stolen car.06 Oct 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Significant force' used in the arrest of high-priority violent offender was justified - IPCAThe offender, known as violent and a gang affiliate, was on the run for eight months.28 Sep 10:11 PM
New ZealandForce used during arrest by dog handler justified - IPCAThe man suffered dog bite injuries that required surgery.19 Sep 10:19 PM
New ZealandBinge-drinking police officers breached code of conductBoozing police drank out of vessel fashioned to look like a riot control baton.31 Aug 10:36 PM
New ZealandOfficer charged after 'unjustified' use of police dog leaves man punctured and bruised"Other tactical options, such as continued negotiation or pepper spray, were preferable."25 Aug 03:35 AM
New ZealandUse of police dog to arrest abusive driver an 'overreaction' - IPCAThe canine handler then commanded his dog to bite the driver.24 Aug 11:04 PM
New Zealand'The first time I've cried': Family grieves as Coroner releases long-awaited findingsVaughan Te Moananui was spiralling out of control when he pointed a gun at police.21 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandBlack mould plagues Tasman Police HQ - prisoners driven to other centresRoad trips for prisoners to other centres after mould closes cells at Tasman Police HQ.28 May 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Tell my kids I love them': Man's last words before deathAn internal investigation found the officers involved in the arrest did nothing wrong.16 May 05:50 PM
