Former assistant commissioner responds to IPCA report

Tuesday 9 December 2025 · 7 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 9 Dec 2025, 3:01pm

In this story Independent Police Conduct Authority, Jevon McSkimming

Former Assistant Police Commissioner Paul Basham has addressed a report from the Independent Police Conduct Authority regarding misconduct during Operation Herb. Basham stated he is engaging transparently with an ongoing independent employment investigation following recommendations made by the police watchdog.

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1. Otago Daily TimesTue 9 Dec 2025, 1:30pm

   Former top southern cop breaks silence after scathing police report (opens in new tab)

2. The Post via RNZTue 9 Dec 2025, 2:26pm

   Former Assistant Commissioner breaks silence after scathing police report (opens in new tab)

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3. NZ HeraldTue 9 Dec 2025, 3:01pm

   Former Assistant Police Commissioner Paul Basham breaks silence after scathing police report (opens in new tab)