Police officer charged with indecent act against child

Monday 31 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 31 Aug, 9:01am

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Constable Amanuel Endalew Molla has been stood down from duty after being charged with committing an indecent act on a girl under 12. The alleged off-duty incident was reported to police in early 2025. Molla has denied the allegation.

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1. Otago Daily TimesMon 31 Aug, 7:39am

   Police officer charged with sexually abusing child (opens in new tab)

2. StuffMon 31 Aug, 9:01am

   Police officer stood down after being charged with indecent act against child (opens in new tab)