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Hans India
19 hours ago
- Hans India
SBI extends Rs 1 cr insurance aid to late ASI's family
Tirupati: In a heartfelt gesture, the State Bank of India (SBI) on Monday handed over an accidental death insurance cheque of Rs 1 crore to the family of late ASI Y Guruswamy, who tragically lost his life in a road accident while on duty near Appalayagunta on March 12 this year. The claim was processed under the Police Salary Package (PSP) scheme, with key support from SBI Yerpedu branch manager Girija and Police Association president Somashekar Reddy. District SP V Harshavardhan Raju, along with SBI Regional Manager Venkateswara Rao, presented the cheque to Y Chittemma, the late officer's wife. The SP lauded SI Dharmareddy for his investigation efforts and appreciated Somashekar Reddy for his support to the bereaved family.
RNZ News
08-07-2025
- RNZ News
low level assaults likely to never be investigated
So called minor crimes including petty theft and even low level assaults will likely never be investigated by police according to the boss of their own union. In May the Police Commissioner was forced to walk back a directive to staff that would have meant shoplifting allegations under $500 would not be investigated, petrol drive off below $150 and online frauds under $1000. But there was a u-turn after the Prime Minister and the Police Minister expressed concerns. But now, the Police Association boss says there is simply not enough resources to investigate everything. President of the NZ Police Association spoke to Lisa Owen. Tags: To embed this content on your own webpage, cut and paste the following: See terms of use.
9 News
01-07-2025
- 9 News
High-profile cop dodges conviction for failing to stop after car crash
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here A high-ranking South Australian police officer has been fined after admitting to failing to stop following a car crash in Adelaide's city centre. The officer, Brevet Sergeant Daryl Mundy, was campaigning for re-election as the deputy president of the Police Association at the time of the incident on Morphett Street in February, and had served in the force for 35 years. Dashcam footage captured Mundy in a heated exchange immediately after the collision. Dashcam footage captured Mundy in a heated exchange immediately after the collision. (9News) The footage shows him yelling, "You've gotta give way." The occupants of the other car reply by shouting, "It's give way to the right you idiot… give way to the right, that's the rules". Allan Kelson, the driver of the other vehicle, said he was surprised to learn of Mundy's position. "Very surprised … from a supposedly high-standing member of the community upholding the law," he said. Mundy claimed he was unaware of the crash until police contacted him weeks later. He did not appear in court, but his lawyer entered guilty pleas on his behalf to two charges, including failing to stop. Allan Kelson, the driver of the other vehicle, said he was surprised to learn of Mundy's position. (9News) The magistrate chose not to record a conviction against the 56-year-old, citing his extensive service to the community. Testimonials, the magistrate noted, "really paint him, quite rightly, as an amazing person who's made a one-off mistake". Mundy was ordered to pay a $2000 fine. Kelson handed over his dashcam to police, who then issued him with an expiation for failing to give way. He's planning to fight the fine in court This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress . CONTACT US
Daily Mail
21-06-2025
- Daily Mail
Cops in Cyprus suspended after being filmed having sex in patrol car
Two police officers who were filmed having sex in a patrol car in the middle of the day have been suspended from duty. A resident of Larnaca, in Cyprus, was driving through an open field when he spotted the male and female cops having intercourse. The clip went viral, with hundreds viewing the scandalous images. 'If I or you did it and a patrol car was passing by, we would be arrested', one offended user pointed out on social platform X. Another said that the cops 'must suffer the consequences of their actions.' The police officers involved were quickly identified and have been suspended. One is understood to have been on-duty at the time, while the other was not, local media reported. Police are now carrying out a criminal and disciplinary investigation. Criminal charges could include neglect of duty as well as public indecency, according to Cyprus Mail. 'Such actions and behaviors are unacceptable as they insult the work of thousands of our members', a police spokesperson said. But a statement from the Cyprus Police Association has called for members of the public to respect the privacy of the officers involved. 'From the very beginning, the leadership of the force gave instructions for an immediate investigation of the incident, so that any responsibilities that arise can be attributed,' the statement said. 'The public's trust is precious to us and there is no room for excuses on issues of ethics and professionalism. 'At the same time, however, we are watching with concern the way in which the public debate has been diverted into a tidal wave of discredit for the entire police force.' Irini Loizidou Nicolaidou, the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection, said 'the priority is to protect the privacy of their families, especially if there are minor children involved.' The viral video comes months after it was revealed more than 25 police officers in the UK were fired or disciplined in the past year after being caught having sex on duty. According to The Sun, information requests to UK forces found at least 26 officers faced disciplinary hearings in the last 24 months for having sex on duty, 20 of whom lost their jobs. But a number of forces refused to give details, meaning the true total is likely to be higher. In one case, a Sussex officer turned off his bodycam to have sex with a woman in her house after she had made a 999 call. In Northumbria, another member of the force was dismissed for having sex with his lover in a police van parked outside a supermarket. One Cleveland Police officer was also banned from policing after filming herself performing a solo sex act in a toilet. The figures led one former Chief Superintendent to blast these disgraced officers as 'damaging the reputation of the police service.'
RNZ News
19-06-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Police Association president criticises leaking info related to Jevon McSkimming investigation
Police Association president Chris Cahill Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver The Police Association President has criticised the leaking of information in relation to the ongoing inquiries into the former deputy commissioner of police. Jevon McSkimming resigned as the country's second most powerful cop last month amid a four-month investigation by the Independent Police Conduct Authority and police. His resignation came after Police Minister Mark Mitchell said he was recently informed of allegations of a "very serious nature", separate to the investigation that led to him being suspended. RNZ earlier revealed pornography found on McSkimming's work computer is being investigated as alleged objectionable material. He declined to comment on the allegations through his lawyer. A High Court judge earlier reserved her decision on whether the media should be allowed to report the nature of the allegedly objectionable material found. Police Association president Chris Cahill addressed leaking in his latest column in the Police News magazine. Cahill wrote that raising concerns about "serious wrongdoing" in the workplace was safeguarded under the Protected Disclosures Act. "This recognises the importance of good faith disclosures about wrongdoing, and encourages transparency, accountability and prevention of corruption." However, leaking details of an ongoing investigation was not whistleblowing, he said. "Over the nine years I have been in my role, I have watched a steady escalation in the number of leaks to media and the accompanying erosion they have caused to police's reputation. "The latest high-profile leak has me literally shaking my head. "Ignoring the media frenzy it has created, we must ask what it says about the professionalism of those in police. What protection can victims, witnesses and even suspects expect when such inappropriate disclosures come with all manner of innuendo and potentially pseudo allegations?" Cahill said that during his decades in police he had been involved in many "sensitive investigations". "I know the damage leaked material could have caused. I would have had no qualms about investigating the breach itself, and I expect this to happen in this current case. "Underlying this situation that is saturating the news, we must still abide by the right to natural justice, irrespective of whether we sympathise or empathise with an alleged offender or not." He said there was also a trend of leaking information on internal employment investigations. "This is not whistleblowing. It is the practice of the selfish saboteur, often driven by personal gain at the expense of others. "I know of bullying allegations being made to settle grievances and then leaked to media, who lap up the reports irrespective of their credibility." He acknowledged some people who leaked may have had a "legitimate grievance". "But laundering it through the media is no more acceptable than the behaviour behind the grievance itself. "These scenarios reflect poorly on the professionalism of both the media and police institutions. "Police criminal investigations - whether internal or external - should be kept as tight as a drum to protect the rights of victims, witnesses and the accused. "All Kiwis have a right to expect that this standard is preserved. Within Police, it is at the heart of its professional, integrity and empathy values." Former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. Photo: Getty Images In response to questions from RNZ, Cahill confirmed his column was spurred by the investigation into McSkimming which he said was "just an example of a wider issue of leaking". "The leaking of active investigation information paints police in a very unprofessional light. Victims, witnesses and suspects all have the right to expect their statements etc will be treated with privacy and only made public as is appropriate during the justice process. "When it comes to suspects, the very idea of innocent until proven guilty and the access to a fair trial are cornerstones of the justice system. The leaking of information can undermine this." He said if no offending was identified by an investigation, the damage to an individual's reputation could be permanent, "especially in today's world of the social media and online content sharing". "When an investigation is still in progress, I do not believe the public interest overrides the need for these privacy protections." Asked if he had expressed his concerns to police, Cahill declined to comment. In the same edition of Police News it was announced that Cahill would not be seeking re-election to his role. "I believe it is positive for an organisation to have change in leadership and while nine years has gone very quickly, it is time for someone else to bring their style and energy to the role. "I am comfortable the association is in a strong position with a positive leadership team at both board and operational levels to support the new president and continue to build on the legacy of past members." He intended to take a break before deciding on what was next for him after October, but added "I will not be looking at national politics". Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
