Judy Melinek
New Zealandforensic pathologistFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr. Judy Melinek is a forensic pathologist whose expertise was sought in a civil case involving a teenager's arrest by New Zealand police. She provided critical insights into the dangerous nature of the techniques used during the arrest, underscoring the potential for life-threatening injuries.
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Pathologist Judy Melinek stated that the likelihood of survival for Smith was low due to his advanced age and severity of burns.
Rodney Smith inquest: Split burns and ICU services pose risk in lower North IslandThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-09-14
New Zealand· 2026-09-14
Forensic pathologist Dr Judy Melinek told police the manoeuvre Hawkins did on Lawrence’s head could have caused a range of 'life-threatening' injuries.
Police college taught recruits ‘dangerous’ arrest tactic for three years ‘under the radar’The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-09-07
New Zealand· 2025-09-07
