IPCA finds significant failings in police handling of McSkimming allegations

Wednesday 12 November 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 12 Nov 2025, 6:53pm

In this story Independent Police Conduct Authority, Jevon McSkimming

An Independent Police Conduct Authority report has identified significant failings and inaction by senior officers regarding allegations against Jevon McSkimming. The report reveals that warnings about the high-ranking officer were repeatedly ignored over several years, raising questions about police leadership and accountability.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 12 Nov 2025, 4:02pm

   Jevon McSkimming and police’s ‘serious misconduct’: A timeline of who knew what about the allegations, and when they knew it (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 12 Nov 2025, 5:45pm

   Revealed: The five senior officers at the heart of the McSkimming 'cover-up' (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsWed 12 Nov 2025, 6:53pm

   Timeline: How the Jevon McSkimming scandal unfolded over nine years (opens in new tab)