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Wellington witness arrested for obstruction

12 December 2023 

The Independent Police Conduct Authority has found that Police were justified in arresting a woman for obstruction and resisting arrest, in Wellington on Friday, 14 October 2022. Officers used low-level force on the woman following her arrest, which was reasonable and proportionate given the circumstances.

Public Report (PDP 430 KB) Media Statement 

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