IPCA report finds serious misconduct in McSkimming complaint handling
Tuesday 11 November 2025 · 9 outlets · 13 reports · updated In this story Independent Police Conduct Authority, Jevon McSkimming, Andrew Coster, National Integrity Unit
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has found serious misconduct and significant failings in how police handled sexual offending allegations against former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. The report criticises the actions of former Commissioner Andrew Coster and other senior officers regarding their response to the complaints.
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Former top cop Andrew Coster criticised in IPCA report on McSkimming case (opens in new tab)
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Otago Daily Times
Former top cop criticised over McSkimming case (opens in new tab)
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NZ Herald
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IPCA finds 'significant failings' in police handling of McSkimming complaints (opens in new tab)
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Waikato Times via Stuff
Four things to know from the damning IPCA report on Jevon McSkimming (opens in new tab)
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