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Scoop
28-05-2025
- Scoop
2024 Tactical Options Report Released
The 2024 Tactical Options Report (TOR) finds the use of force by New Zealand Police remains low, consistent with previous years. 'It's reassuring that even with an increase in our interactions with the public, we haven't seen an increase in the need to use tactical options,' says Assistant Commissioner Sam Hoyle. Out of the 2,617,486 interactions Police had with the public in 2024, only 0.3% involved the use of force/tactical options. That's one in every 338 events. The number of TOR events in 2024 was just under the number of events in 2023 (by 17) while the number of interactions Police have with the public increased (by 1,630). The number of TOR events and the number of violence offences both increased from 2018, but both stabilised between 2023 and 2024. 'Frontline policing is a dynamic, unpredictable and occasionally volatile environment. We can walk into highly charged situations and sometimes communication alone will not de-escalate the situation. 'While we don't want to use force, at times we have to in order to protect the public and ourselves. Our staff are trained to use the least amount of force necessary to bring conflict to a safe resolution. 'Police's Tactical Response Model and ongoing frontline safety training has ensured our frontline is trained, equipped, and supported to keep themselves and our communities safer.' Gang members accounted for 10 percent of TOR events in 2024 (up 1%) despite making up only 0.2 percent of the national population, Police are 50 times more likely to need to use force in these interactions. Advertisement - scroll to continue reading In 99% of events where Police used firearms, they were only presented not fired. And the use of TASER has remained consistent with only the presentation of a TASER resolving most situations, and only one in five events requiring a TASER discharge. 'It's important that our use of force lives up to the trust and confidence the public place in us.' The most recent New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey (NZCVS) [1] found that 83% of the public believe New Zealand Police conduct duties professionally and trust and confidence in Police rose 2%. The information in TOR helps Police to understand patterns in where, when, and how force is used, the factors associated with it, as well as risks to staff, members of the public, and the organisation. This can sometimes identify areas of interest or concern for further investigation and/or research. You can view the 2024 report and previous ones at: [2] Notes:
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Time of India
Auckland teen assault video sparks national alarm amid rising youth violence
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Rise in youth-involved violence across New Zealand A violent assault on a young woman captured on video in a Papatoetoe car park has circulated widely on social media, drawing sharp criticism and concern from the local community and business owners footage, captioned 'slutty hoe,' depicts three females repeatedly punching, kicking, and hitting the victim until she is rendered unconscious, with the attackers continuing to kick her head after she business operators reported the incident to police after witnessing the attack near their premises on Station Rd at around 9.45 pm on Thursday(May 22). The attack raised serious questions about security and surveillance in Auckland 's business districts.'This kind of violence affects everyone in the community, especially the local businesses that operate in these spaces daily,' said one local shop owner, who wished to remain anonymous. 'People want to feel safe when they visit or work here.'The victim was seriously assaulted but did not require hospitalisation. She was targeted by three females aged 15 to 18, known to her, who have now been charged with injuring with intent to cause grievous bodily confirmed the offenders appeared in Manukau Youth Court on in commercial security note that improving surveillance infrastructure and increasing community policing could deter such incidents. 'The presence of security cameras, better lighting, and regular patrols can significantly reduce violent episodes in business districts,' commented a security consultant familiar with Auckland's urban Zealand has witnessed a concerning rise in youth-involved violent crime over recent to the New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey, there was a 33% increase in the number of people experiencing violent crime, including assault, robbery, and sexual assault, in the year leading up to June 2024 compared to the Ministry of Justice reported that in 2023, 185,000 New Zealanders were victims of violent crime, underscoring the growing prevalence of such trend is particularly evident in urban areas like Auckland, where local businesses are expressing heightened concerns over safety and the potential impact on community well-being.
Scoop
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Prima Facie Performance Spotlights Urgent Justice Issues For Survivors During Rape Awareness Week
Press Release – Elephant Publicity HELP Auckland will mark Rape Awareness Week with a special charity performance of the acclaimed play Prima Facie, starring Cassandra Woodhouse and directed by Michael Hurst, followed by an expert panel discussion on sexual violence, justice, and change in Aotearoa. The event, taking place on Monday 5 May at the Westpoint Performing Arts Centre, is part of HELP's wider Do Something HELPful campaign encouraging public action during New Zealand's national rape / sexual assault awareness week. Fresh off critical acclaim, Prima Facie, written by Suzie Miller, tells the story of a defence barrister whose world is turned upside down when she herself becomes a victim of sexual assault. The play has drawn national attention for its unflinching portrayal of justice system inequities for survivors. Following the performance, audiences are invited to a powerful panel discussion featuring: Cassandra Woodhouse, producer and actress, Prima Facie Thiyona Singh, Dear Em Embassador, youth advocate and law student Miffy Barling, HELP Auckland Court Support Advocate Dr Emily Henderson, legal academic researcher and former politician The panel will be moderated by Kathryn McPhillips, Clinical Psychologist and Executive Director of HELP Auckland, a nationally recognised expert on sexual violence prevention and recovery. 'Every day at HELP, we see the barriers survivors face in seeking justice and the ways systems often fail them,' said McPhillips. 'Events like this create public conversations we urgently need, for us as a community to find the ways forward.' The issue has never been more urgent: 2024 saw the highest number of sexual offence charges on record… With a total of 7,742 charges (an 11% increase on the previous year) and 3,526 convictions. 74% of the sexual offences related to children under 16 years of age. The 2023 New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey found over one in four New Zealand adults (27%) have experienced sexual assault in their lifetime. Reports of sexual assault at schools and universities have risen nearly 50% since 2019, according to police data. HELP Auckland is also calling on the public to join their Do Something HELPful campaign — encouraging people to take on a personal challenge during May to raise funds and awareness for survivors. Fundraising ideas range from fitness challenges to random acts of kindness, all with the goal of funding vital crisis, therapy, and education services. 'As a society, we need to take urgent action to end sexual violence,' said McPhillips. 'We're inviting New Zealanders to stand with survivors by signing up to Do Something HELPful this May.' Event Details: What: Prima Facie performance + expert panel discussion When: Monday 5 May, 6.00pm Where: Westpoint Performing Arts Centre, Western Springs, Auckland Tickets: $15 for students and $30 for adults, available at Eventbrite Media are warmly invited to attend for free — interviews available on request. Links:
Scoop
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Prima Facie Performance Spotlights Urgent Justice Issues For Survivors During Rape Awareness Week
HELP Auckland will mark Rape Awareness Week with a special charity performance of the acclaimed play Prima Facie, starring Cassandra Woodhouse and directed by Michael Hurst, followed by an expert panel discussion on sexual violence, justice, and change in Aotearoa. The event, taking place on Monday 5 May at the Westpoint Performing Arts Centre, is part of HELP's wider Do Something HELPful campaign encouraging public action during New Zealand's national rape / sexual assault awareness week. Fresh off critical acclaim, Prima Facie, written by Suzie Miller, tells the story of a defence barrister whose world is turned upside down when she herself becomes a victim of sexual assault. The play has drawn national attention for its unflinching portrayal of justice system inequities for survivors. Following the performance, audiences are invited to a powerful panel discussion featuring: Cassandra Woodhouse, producer and actress, Prima Facie Thiyona Singh, Dear Em Embassador, youth advocate and law student Miffy Barling, HELP Auckland Court Support Advocate Dr Emily Henderson, legal academic researcher and former politician The panel will be moderated by Kathryn McPhillips, Clinical Psychologist and Executive Director of HELP Auckland, a nationally recognised expert on sexual violence prevention and recovery. 'Every day at HELP, we see the barriers survivors face in seeking justice and the ways systems often fail them,' said McPhillips. 'Events like this create public conversations we urgently need, for us as a community to find the ways forward.' The issue has never been more urgent: 2024 saw the highest number of sexual offence charges on record... With a total of 7,742 charges (an 11% increase on the previous year) and 3,526 convictions. 74% of the sexual offences related to children under 16 years of age. The 2023 New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey found over one in four New Zealand adults (27%) have experienced sexual assault in their lifetime. Reports of sexual assault at schools and universities have risen nearly 50% since 2019, according to police data. HELP Auckland is also calling on the public to join their Do Something HELPful campaign — encouraging people to take on a personal challenge during May to raise funds and awareness for survivors. Fundraising ideas range from fitness challenges to random acts of kindness, all with the goal of funding vital crisis, therapy, and education services. "As a society, we need to take urgent action to end sexual violence," said McPhillips. "We're inviting New Zealanders to stand with survivors by signing up to Do Something HELPful this May." Event Details: What: Prima Facie performance + expert panel discussion When: Monday 5 May, 6.00pm Where: Westpoint Performing Arts Centre, Western Springs, Auckland Tickets: $15 for students and $30 for adults, available at Eventbrite Media are warmly invited to attend for free — interviews available on request. Links:
