New police reporting system launched

Grant Nicholls. Photo / Hawke's Bay Today

Police have introduced a monthly reporting system, designed to give a "snapshot" of police activity.

Currently, official crime statistics are published every six months, and a summary of police activities is published in an annual report.

The monthly indicators would complement the current reporting systems, providing a "snapshot" of crime and preventative activities by police, Assistant Commissioner Grant Nicholls said.

"Reporting statistical indicators monthly will allow us to more regularly provide information on topical crimes," he said.

- NZPA