Internal Police Investigation Underway - Whakatane
Wednesday, 1 November 2006, 5:04 pm
Press Release: New Zealand Police
Internal Police Investigation Underway In Whakatane
http://www.police.govt.nz/news/release.html?id=2728
An
internal investigation is underway by Police after an
alleged incident in the Whakatane police cells last week.
Four local police officers have been stood down after
allegations that a prisoner was subjected to undue force
while being held by Whakatane Police.
Superintendent
Stuart Wildon, the National Manager of Professional
Standards, said a team of four investigators would carry out
the investigation.
Superintendent Wildon said the Bay of
Plenty District Commander, Superintendent Gary Smith and
Whakatane Area Commander Inspector Pat Tasker would ensure
sufficient rostered staff to maintain service levels for the
area.
The Police Complaints Authority has been
advised.
ENDS
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