Second phase of inquest begins into prison death after pepper spray use

Monday 24 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Mon 24 Nov 2025, 5:35pm

The second phase of a coronial inquest has commenced regarding the 2022 death of 26-year-old Caleb Moefa'auo at Mt Eden prison. Mr Moefa'auo died following cardiac arrest after being pepper sprayed by an officer. His family is seeking answers and meaningful change to prevent similar incidents.

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1. StuffMon 24 Nov 2025, 11:56am

   Family calls for ‘meaningful change’ after son’s death in custody after being pepper sprayed (opens in new tab)

2. RNZMon 24 Nov 2025, 12:12pm

   Second phase of inquest into pepper spray prison death of Caleb Moefa'auo begins (opens in new tab)

   • Caleb Moefa'auo died after being pepper sprayed in prison, his mother wants answers (opens in new tab) Mon 24 Nov 2025, 5:35pm