Police Commissioner launches independent review into technology misuse

Friday 16 May 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Fri 16 May 2025, 7:28pm

In this story Jevon McSkimming, Richard Chambers

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has ordered an independent review to ensure robust controls are in place to prevent the misuse of police devices. The move follows the resignation of former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming after objectionable material was allegedly found on his work computer.

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1. Stuff via The PostFri 16 May 2025, 6:07pm

   Top cop launches independent review to prevent ‘inappropriate’ use of police tech (opens in new tab)

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2. RNZFri 16 May 2025, 6:52pm

   Police Commissioner initiates review into preventing misuse of police tech (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldFri 16 May 2025, 6:58pm

   Police launch independent review to prevent the misuse of police technology (opens in new tab)

4. Otago Daily TimesFri 16 May 2025, 7:28pm

   Review into preventing misuse of police tech launched (opens in new tab)