New Zealand police prosecute 'Ms Z' over digital messages despite criticism of their handling of her sexual misconduct claim against former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming.

New Zealand police are continuing to prosecute 'Ms Z,' who accused former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming of sexual misconduct, despite a report criticizing the force’s handling of her allegations. She faces two charges related to digital communications sent to another officer and his wife, after earlier charges were dropped when McSkimming declined to testify. Judge John Walker has upheld suppression orders and scheduled a December 22 hearing on a potential dismissal, with her lawyer arguing the prosecution is an abuse of process due to inadequate investigations and the police’s failure to treat her as a victim. Police say proper legal procedures were followed but declined to comment on the case’s merits.