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
New ZealandPolice officer convicted for injuring man during arrestA Tauranga police officer has since resigned after injuring people he was arresting.04 May 11:30 PM
New ZealandTwo police officers used police facilities for 'sexual activity'Investigations followed a complaint about an undisclosed sexual relationship between pair.11 Apr 08:20 AM
New Zealand1900 complaints: Police watchdog launches investigation into Parliament protestsAlmost 1900 complaints have been made about the policing of the protests.24 Mar 03:12 AM
New ZealandHamilton man shot dead by AOS used illegal firearm returned by policeHis estranged wife told police he was planning a mass shooting and slept with a pistol.24 Mar 12:13 AM
New ZealandPolice who killed previewed evidenceOfficers shown evidence in advance of being interviewed aren't treated as suspects.22 Mar 05:08 PM
New ZealandWere police prepared for Parliament occupation?Security experts are calling for investigations into the protests at Parliament.21 Mar 09:24 PM
New ZealandLicence to kill: NZ's fatal police shootingsNZ Police have fatally shot 39 people in the last 32 years.20 Mar 06:05 PM
New ZealandWatch: Police back 'proportionate' use of force as video shows violent clash1700 complaints - but police defend action during unlawful Parliament occupation.09 Mar 04:40 AM
New ZealandIPCA says man arrested for following police to large fight was unlawfulPolice maintain man's arrest was the right decision, despite IPCA report to the contrary.02 Mar 10:10 PM
New ZealandNorthland police unjustified in fatal pursuit, IPCA findsNorthland's top cop accepted the IPCA's findings into the "unjustified" pursuit.12 Aug 12:15 AM
New ZealandWellington police use of force justified, but arrest method 'unsuitable'Last year, the 14-year-old was arrested for disorderly behaviour outside a bar in Tawa.28 Jul 11:01 PM
New ZealandCop knelt on drunk man's head, cracked his teeth on footpathOfficer not charged and watchdog agrees with way investigation handled.02 Jun 12:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPolice body cams would prevent racism: Meng FoonOpinion: Exposure could be an essential tool in eliminating unconscious bias or racism.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPursuits: Why drivers flee from policeThe age group that has increased the most is those aged 25-34 years old.04 May 03:50 AM
New ZealandPolice censured for 'unjustified' force as man removed from stationReport find use of force on man walking towards exit was 'excessive and not justified'.06 Apr 10:19 PM
New ZealandWatch: Police officer to be stood down following abusive videoPolice say behaviour in video where man is verbally abused is 'completely unacceptable'.16 Mar 06:40 AM
New ZealandPolice officers cleared of 'threatening' behaviourA man claimed two members of the force tried to force a statement from him.10 Mar 09:42 PM
New ZealandVictim furious: Man who filmed her without consent during sex gets away with warningWoman filmed during sex without consent blasts cops for taking no action against offender.09 Mar 03:09 AM
New ZealandIPCA finding: Fatal police shooting of machete-wielding man justifiedThe fatal shooting of the armed man happened during alert level 4 lockdown.01 Feb 09:57 PM
New Zealand'We have nothing to hide': Police photographing policy under reviewThe review follows reports of young Māori being photographed illegally in Wairarapa.19 Jan 06:14 PM
KahuAre Māori more likely to be subjected to the 'most extreme use of force by police?'Police called on to take "a preventive approach" in future.19 Jan 04:54 AM
KahuPolice watchdog launches nationwide probe into photography policyThe Independent Police Conduct Authority will look at how widespread the practice is.22 Dec 11:52 PM
New ZealandMan shot by police was using children as 'human shield': RescuerThe Independent Police Conduct Authority has found police actions were justified.16 Dec 09:09 PM
New Zealand'Volatile, dangerous, potentially suicidal': Police cleared in fatal shootingPolice waited 18 minutes to approach fatally shot man's vehicle.14 Dec 10:00 PM
