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Reports on independent investigations

Read summaries and reports of our independent investigations here.

Force used during arrest by a Rotorua dog handler justified

20 September 2022

Off-duty Police officer punches youth who stole cigarettes

15 September 2022

Head kick to man during Christchurch arrest unjustified

13 September 2022

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Reports on places of Police detention (OPCAT role)

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Latest media releases

Stay up to date with the latest IPCA news, investigations, public reports and publications here.

Force used during arrest by a Rotorua dog handler justified

20 September 2022

Off-duty Police officer punches youth who stole cigarettes

15 September 2022

Head kick to man during Christchurch arrest unjustified

13 September 2022

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