Former press secretary investigated over allegations of non-consensual recordings
Thursday 5 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Christopher Luxon, Michael Forbes, LinkedIn, Prime Minister's Office
Police have searched two phones belonging to Michael Forbes following allegations he made covert audio recordings of sex workers in Wellington last July. The former deputy chief press secretary resigned after reports surfaced that he also amassed images of women at a gym. Police say any new information will be thoroughly considered.
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