New ZealandPolice admit errors in handling complaint, assault charge against Kaitāia manPolice acknowledge IPCA findings on the unjustified use of force in the Kaitāia incident.18 Dec 10:33 PM
New ZealandKidnapped for days: DNA breakthrough in schoolgirls’ cold casePolice made no arrests over the alleged schoolgirl kidnappings.16 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Sent to his death': Slain cop's mother seeks watchdog probe after son's murderA police report suggests Hunt could have used his car as a weapon after coming under fire.13 Dec 08:33 PM
New ZealandPolice admit 77 min delay in attending Northland child double homicide was a mistakeA woman called police, 'hearing voices'. When they turned up, they'd been dead for hours.11 Dec 02:59 AM
New ZealandPolice should not have pursued biker who later crashed and died - IPCAThe officer was pursuing a motorcyclist in Whakatāne on March 16 this year.10 Dec 10:19 PM
New Zealand‘The cop needs to be held accountable’: Mum of man killed by 'unjustified' police shootingWhānau of man killed by police speak out on 'unjustified' fatal shooting.21 Nov 06:10 AM
New ZealandMan who died after interaction with police was at Auckland City Mission siteThe Independent Police Conduct Authority has been notified.10 Nov 08:05 AM
CrimeIPCA say cop was 'unjustified' in shooting at fleeing driverHowever, the report found the officer was justified in shooting at him twice more.30 Oct 10:38 PM
New Zealand'Highly probable' 16-year-old's wrist broke during unlawful arrest, IPCA findsPolice arrested teen for breaching alcohol ban after he refused to give his details.30 Oct 10:18 PM
CrimeOperation Flat Bush: Police operation aims to disrupt crime in Flat BushPolice have increased visibility in crime hotspots and conducted mandatory checks on frequently stolen vehicles during the surge in burglaries and vehicle crime in Flat Bush area.Watch28 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland police rebuked for not providing medical care after Kāeo arrestPolice cleared of using excessive force in firearm search where man suffered head injury.15 Oct 12:20 AM
New ZealandPolice Minister Mark Mitchell teary as he remembers fallen officersPolice Minister Mark Mitchell teary as he remembers fallen officers.Watch27 Sep 01:54 AM
New ZealandUnder-fire police boss to take up 'temporary opportunity' after bullying rulingThe IPCA said Bruce Bird's management style was 'no longer acceptable' for the police.22 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandPM Christopher Luxon addresses Aussie Malcolm accusationsPM Christopher Luxon addresses revelations that former National Party minister Aussie Malcolm has been accused of historical child sex abuse.Watch15 Sep 04:42 AM
CrimeFocus: PM Christopher Luxon and Mark Mitchell talk Auckland crime after his police ride-alongPM Christopher Luxon and Police Minister Mark Mitchell talk Auckland crime after the Prime Minister has been for a police ride-along. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Sep 04:01 AM
New ZealandAunty of driver blames police for lack of action before dog walker killed on SH23Woman says the vehicles of interest never left the accident scene.06 Sep 08:16 AM
New ZealandNorthland officer investigated for allegedly accessing data and other mattersAn 'employment process' found the officer had breached the Police Code of Conduct.15 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandConstables pay a visit to miracle baby born in their police carThe constables caught up with Nooroa for the first time since she gave birth to Kahurangi in the back of their police car.Watch14 Aug 03:07 AM
New Zealand'Witchcraft': Psychotic man who died in police custody saw ghosts before brutal attack on pensionerA coroner says it is possible the prisoner suffocated while wearing a spit hood.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMother of man left dead on side of road still waiting for police apologyPolice failed to send an officer out until morning.19 Jun 07:35 PM
New ZealandFatal hit-and-run victim's body left by side of road for hours after miscoded 111 call“Although made in good faith, we think that decision was an error in judgement"11 Jun 04:28 AM
New ZealandUse of police dog on man 'hiding in the bush' from police justified: IPCAThe man suffered injuries to his face and needed surgery on his ear after being bitten.28 May 01:06 AM
New ZealandPolice investigation into an alleged sexual assault at rental viewing inadequate - IPCANew Zealand Police has since apologised in person to the man in relation to this incident.06 May 11:20 PM
New ZealandMan dies from meth overdose in custody, 'missed opportunities' in Police careThe man died in police custody on June 24, 2023.04 Apr 12:20 AM
New Zealand'We don't always get it right': IPCA finds police wrongfully arrested, used force on man with facial tattoosOfficers 'wrestled' the man to the ground, put him in a headlock and pepper-sprayed him.05 Mar 12:50 AM
New ZealandCop charged with dangerous driving causing death after fleeing motorcyclist diesThe officer has been placed on restricted duties while the matter is before the court.04 Mar 05:11 AM
New ZealandOfficer justified in shooting at man in lengthy siege that shut down schools, highwayThe armed man allegedly shot at police before the 14-hour stand-off.28 Feb 10:47 PM
New ZealandTactical use of pain: Call for urgent change as police arrest tactics, especially against Māori, revealedPolice say the use of force is always proportionate to the situation and a last resort.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandParliament protest: IPCA says cop kneeled on woman's neck, police report disagreesAn IPCA investigation found the officer kneeled on an offender's neck - police disagreed.15 Dec 03:00 AM
