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flag Former cop Andrew Coster says he informally warned ministers about Jevon McSkimming’s misconduct in 2022 and 2024, but they deny being briefed.

flag Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster claims he informally briefed both former Police Minister Chris Hipkins and current Minister Mark Mitchell about allegations against Jevon McSkimming in 2022 and 2024, including a deteriorating relationship with a younger woman, though he cannot prove the conversations. flag Mitchell denies being briefed before November 6, 2024, calling Coster’s account inconsistent, while Hipkins said he was not informed. flag Coster, who resigned after an IPCA report found pressure was exerted during related meetings, accepted responsibility for his own handling of the case but denied pressuring staff or covering up misconduct. flag The IPCA found no evidence of corruption, and Mitchell emphasized the government’s commitment to implementing its recommendations to prevent future failures.

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