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'Not on the hoof': Labour, Police Minister condemn firearms vetting changes
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming ordered the changes, after he was contacted by a concerned acquaintance.
Black Power member accused of killing former gang president has charges withdrawn
Enoka was shot and killed after a confrontation in Naenae.
Email to former top cop led to gun vetting change
Disgraced former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming told staff to make changes after an acquaintance complained they might lose their licence. Audio
Police staffer carried out 'massive fraud' before being hired
They pleaded guilty to eight charges over fraud against a "large retail chain".
Injunction over details in Tom Phillips case continued
It prevents the media from publishing certain facts related to the investigation into Phillips and his family.
Court dismisses bid to suppress identity of double killer twice ruled insane
However, his identity remains secret for now as his lawyer indicated he has been instructed to file an appeal to the Supreme Court.
Assistant Police Commissioner Paul Basham retiring after 40 years in police
It comes nearly two months after the retirement of Deputy Police Commissioner Tania Kura.
Phillips' family 'absolutely gutted' police officer was shot
The officer was "just an innocent person doing their job", a spokesperson for the family says.
High Court injunction over Tom Phillips' case extended
The injunction prevents media, police and Oranga Tamariki from publishing certain details related to the case.
One of Phillips' children was armed with gun at camp, RNZ understands
The fugitive dad's missing kids were found 12 hours after he was killed in a shootout.
'Invaded my dreams': Inside the search for Tom Phillips
A look inside Operation Curly, the four-year search for the fugitive and his kids. Audio
Tom Phillips: Urgent injunction to be heard in court tomorrow
The injunction preventing media from publishing certain details related to the investigation will be heard in the High Court.
'Grim, dimly lit': New photos released of Phillips' hiding spot
Police believe they've discovered the main campsite used by the fugitive dad and his children in recent months and say it's now clear he had outside help. Audio
Mother of Tom Phillips' kids doesn't know when she'll get to see them
The Police Minister says he has "absolute sympathy" for the children's mum.
'Challenging environment': Where Tom Phillips hid his children
Police have shared the first image of the remote campsite where the Marokopa children were found.
Inside Tom Phillips' final moments
How 1358 days in the bush came to an end for the fugitive father and his children. Audio
'Sombre' day: Tom Phillips dead, children with authorities
Police believe that Tom Phillips was receiving help in the area during his four years in the bush.
Cop accused of helping Mama Hooch family has charges dismissed
"A teenage Nancy Drew could've done a better job," his lawyer says.
No charges laid over 2021 Far North death
Police say they will not be laying charges in relation to the death of a man in the Far North four years ago.
Former top cop avoids charges over sexual misconduct allegations
But Jevon McSkimming is facing eight charges of possessing objectionable publications, including child sexual exploitation and bestiality material.
Tool to decide whether prisoners suitable to share cell under review
Corrections review of the Shared Accommodation Cell Risk Assessment tool comes after two suspected prisoner murders in nine months. Audio
Police tight-lipped about original investigation into McSkimming
A police spokesperson says the investigation into the former deputy commissioner's conduct is "ongoing".
Man accused of approaching teens was under preventive detention order
Leo Darin Goodwin, 53, is accused of approaching teenagers under the age of 16 in breach of the conditions of the order.
Woman overdoses on fentanyl after pharmacy error
The pharmacy involved has called the incident a 'mistake' that was the result of 'human error'. Audio