Police bullying report: Dog-eat-dog workplace cultures and cronyism must go, IPCA finds
1 Mar, 2021 10:30 PM
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Sexism, bullying, nepotism and gaslighting raises concerns in a review of police culture. Photo / File
Nepotism, cronyism and gaslighting have contributed to pockets of toxic culture in New Zealand police, a new report into bullying and abuse has found.
Despite issuing scathing criticisms and outlining stories of abuse and harassment, the Independent Police Conduct Authority said recent police reforms show promise.
Two interviewees said when they were out in the field and radioed for immediate backup because they were at risk, bully officers failed to provide backup.