Police accept IPCA findings in relation to Bay of Plenty arrest

Police accept the findings of the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) in relation to an arrest by a Rotorua dog handler in April 2021.
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The IPCA has found that Police were justified in using a Police dog to arrest a man between Rotorua and Tāupo on 24 April 2021.
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“After being told he was under arrest by the Police dog handler, the man involved in this incident became assaultive and resisted arrest, leading to a prolonged struggle,” says Inspector Phil Taikato, Rotorua Area Commander.
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“The incident took place in a remote location, where back-up for the dog handler was some distance away.”?
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“The use of a Police dog to affect the arrest of the man was entirely appropriate and justified in the circumstances.” says Inspector Taikato.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.