McSkimming
McSkimming is a former police deputy who recently resigned amid new allegations involving 'objectionable material' found on his work computer, prompting a criminal investigation.
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McSkimming is the disgraced ex-cop who appeared in court for sentencing after being involved in a national scandal.
New Deputy Police Commissioner declines to comment on McSkimming’s home detention sentence
New Zealand· 2025-12-17
Police are prosecuting McSkimming's accuser.
‘He had the power’: Ex-Gloriavale leader faces sentencing for sex abuse of girls, womenNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
McSkimming is mentioned in relation to making searches for objectionable material on his work devices.
Bestiality in New Zealand: The latest figures, plus forensic psychologist Dr David Jones on how he helps his patientsNew Zealand· 2025-11-30
McSkimming was accused of being a sexual predator and later maintained his innocence regarding the allegations.
Senior Auckland detective under investigation over alleged objectionable materialNew Zealand· 2025-11-21
The investigation into McSkimming led to concerns staff could bypass internal controls and 'exploit vulnerabilities to access inappropriate content'.
Criminal investigations begin into three police staff over ‘misuse and inappropriate content’New Zealand· 2025-11-20
McSkimming was promoted by Coster and is now applying for a statutory Deputy Commissioner position.
Police integrity failures expose gap in law on misconduct in public office – Roger PartridgeNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
McSkimming is facing serious criminal charges and has been described as a deceitful, manipulative individual.
Senior police including Tania Kura visited McSkimming amid ‘serious concerns’ for his welfareNew Zealand· 2025-11-19
McSkimming pleaded guilty to using work devices for inappropriate searches.
Former Hawke’s Bay police officers urge people to trust the badge amid McSkimming scandalNew Zealand· 2025-11-16
McSkimming was initially protected from investigations into allegations by a young woman with whom he had an affair.
Full inquiry into police needed to change ‘old boys club’ culture – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-11-16
McSkimming is a former police executive who faced allegations of sexual misconduct and maintained that the relationship was consensual.
Civil Aviation Authority security boss Chris de Wattignar on leave after Independent Police Conduct Authority reportNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
McSkimming is the individual against whom allegations were made that sparked the scandal.
The story that almost stayed secret: Inside the battle to report the McSkimming scandal – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-11-12
McSkimming, 52, faced allegations of sexual misconduct and was later charged with possession of objectionable material.
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers scathing of predecessor Andrew Coster’s McSkimming secrecyNew Zealand· 2025-11-12
McSkimming maintained that the sexual relationship was consensual amid allegations made against him.
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster on leave from Social Investment Agency after damning reportNew Zealand· 2025-11-11
McSkimming resigned following allegations about objectionable material found on his work devices.
Police commissioner Chambers ‘angry’ and ‘let down’ following allegations against former deputyNew Zealand· 2025-07-20
McSkimming resigned after new allegations surfaced of 'objectionable material' on his work computer.
A super injunction and criminal investigation: What next for ex-police deputy McSkimming - The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-05-20