Issues raised during OPI's review of the investigation of deaths associated with police contact are identified in this paper. When a citizen dies following action or inaction by the State, it is imperative that such action be subject to rigorous scrutiny and public accountability. This is to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the...

Deficiencies in the recognition and management of conflict of interest in Victoria Police are identified in this OPI report. This report uses case studies to assist police and the community to better understand how and when conflict of interest occurs for police and why it is important they manage it properly. In order to protect...