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New Zealand Police Chief Slams Retail Crime Directive

5/27/2025

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New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has voiced strong disapproval of a new directive that restricts investigations into retail crime below specific thresholds, calling it "confusing and unhelpful." He reassured that tackling retail crime is still a top priority, urging district commanders to pursue all offenders. Retail groups are alarmed, stressing the detrimental effects of crime on their businesses.

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New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has voiced strong disapproval of a new directive that restricts investigations into retail crime below specific thresholds, calling it "confusing and unhelpful." He reassured that tackling retail crime is still a top priority, urging district commanders to pursue all offenders. Retail groups are alarmed, stressing the detrimental effects of crime on their businesses.