Latest from Independent Police Conduct Authority

Use of police dog on man 'hiding in the bush' from police justified: IPCA

The man suffered injuries to his face and needed surgery on his ear after being bitten.

Police investigation into an alleged sexual assault at rental viewing inadequate - IPCA

New Zealand Police has since apologised in person to the man in relation to this incident.

Man dies from meth overdose in custody, 'missed opportunities' in Police care

The man died in police custody on June 24, 2023.

'We don't always get it right': IPCA finds police wrongfully arrested, used force on man with facial tattoos

Officers 'wrestled' the man to the ground, put him in a headlock and pepper-sprayed him.

Cop charged with dangerous driving causing death after fleeing motorcyclist dies

The officer has been placed on restricted duties while the matter is before the court.

Officer justified in shooting at man in lengthy siege that shut down schools, highway

The armed man allegedly shot at police before the 14-hour stand-off.

Tactical use of pain: Call for urgent change as police arrest tactics, especially against Māori, revealed

Police say the use of force is always proportionate to the situation and a last resort.

Parliament protest: IPCA says cop kneeled on woman's neck, police report disagrees

An IPCA investigation found the officer kneeled on an offender's neck - police disagreed.