New ZealandSecond Tasering 'disproportionate'Man deserved to be hit by Taser once - but not twice.12 Apr 10:31 PM
New ZealandPolice crash investigation 'substandard'In November 2015, an off-duty policeman overtook a truck on a country road, forcing an oncoming driver to swerve off the road.08 Feb 10:07 PM
New ZealandMan forgotten in court cells for 2 daysMan, 59, had no food and no bedding for two days after police forgot about him in a court holding cell.17 Jan 04:10 AM
New ZealandSecond complaint laid in Jo Pert caseAn ex-policeman and close friend of slain jogger Jo Pert has laid a complaint against police for not detaining her killer the night before her death.29 Nov 09:08 PM
New ZealandPolice abused powers with euthanasia ruse - lawyersPolice officers' use of a drink-driving checkpoint to track pro-euthanasia campaigners has been described as worrying abuse of power by legal experts.27 Oct 04:04 AM
New ZealandTaser use 'disproportionate, unjustified'The Independent Police Conduct Authority has ruled that using the Taser on the man was a breach of policy, and that policy should be reviewed.25 Oct 10:30 PM
New ZealandScrap speed cameras - Winston PetersA "king hit" punch crime will be established and speed cameras will only be allowed in blackspots and near schools, under New Zealand First policy.13 Oct 09:49 PM
New ZealandPolice 'morons' after wrongful arrestFormer cop is considering suing police after he was subjected to excessive force and arrested in front of his wife and granddaughter despite not looking like the offender.23 Jun 03:04 AM
New ZealandPolice plan for Maori drivers didn't discriminatePolice watchdog says a plan related to unlicensed Maori drivers wasn't discriminatory, just badly worded.16 Jun 02:39 AM
New ZealandGym arrest video 'lacks context'A video of the incident at a Christchurch gym this week sparked an allegation of police brutality.20 Nov 02:31 AM
New ZealandIPCA: Police shooting 'uncoordinated'A police response to an aggravated burglary in which a man died after he was Tasered, shot and beaten has been labelled "unplanned and uncoordinated".18 Feb 09:29 PM
New ZealandPolice failed in sex assault complaintPolice failed to responsibly handle a sexual assault complaint made against a hospital security guard, an IPCA report has found.11 Feb 09:48 PM
New ZealandCops face disciplinary proceduresComplaints about bad language and bullying are just some of the reasons for disciplinary actions against some Southern district police officers.10 Jan 08:20 PM
New ZealandPrincipal's top job begins under cloudA NZ principal, due take the helm of one of the UK's most prestigious schools, will have to return home to defend allegations he assaulted his ex-wife.28 Aug 10:00 PM
New ZealandPolice dog bit innocent man relieving himself in carparkA police dog handler whose animal bit a suspected criminal, who turned out to be an innocent man relieving himself in a car park, has been cleared of any wrongdoing.20 Aug 11:01 PM
New ZealandTop principal denies assaultA top principal has pleaded not guilty to assaulting his ex-wife in a private prosecution she has launched against him.21 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandPolice broke law, breached rightsPolice broke the law and breached the human rights of hundreds of people when they blocked a Chch street for seven hours to check 200 cars, the IPCA has ruled.07 May 10:55 PM
New ZealandPursuing officer put people at riskA police officer put a fleeing driver and members of the public at risk when he chased a fleeing driver at speeds of up to 95 km/h on the wrong side of the road.01 May 12:08 AM
New ZealandPolice allowed dog to maul man - IPCAInvercargill police used illegal and unjustified excessive force by letting a police dog bite and drag a suspected burglar for almost a minute, an IPCA probe found.06 Apr 10:51 PM
New ZealandRoast Busters investigation still months away - IPCAAn investigation into the police response to the Roast Busters scandal will be ready within two to three months, the Independent Police Conduct Authority says.18 Mar 11:09 PM
New ZealandWatchdog: Crash fault lies with teenA teenager who stole a car, got involved in a police chase before smashing head-on into another car caused the accident that killed him, an independent watchdog finds.13 Nov 10:52 PM
New ZealandCare at Otago Prison questionedPolice investigations into the death of an Otago remand prisoner have been stepped up following the involvement of New Zealand's police watchdog in the case.24 Sep 04:38 AM
New ZealandPolice stranglehold on justice - victimsShould police investigate police? There are new demands for independent inquiries after claims of alleged police brutality.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandDad opposes guns on frontlineA man whose son was shot by police doesn't want further weapons available to officers.08 Jun 05:30 PM
