Floyd Du Plessis: Corrections Association President on police being told to consider the necessity of arrests
Early Edition with Ryan Bridge · Newstalk ZB
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Show Notes
The Government is being slammed after some frontline police were told to consider the necessity of arrests, due to Rimutaka Prison nearing capacity.
An email to Wellington staff revealed our largest prison is nearing maximum occupancy, and warns repeat breach of bail and warrant offenders may be remanded in custody for longer than usual.
It says officers should consider that before making an arrest.
Corrections Association President, Floyd Du Plessis told Roman Travers that it's ridiculous and the result of ignored warnings about staffing shortages.
He says public safety is coming second to political direction, which is a serious concern.
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