Rachael Bambery
Rachael Bambery is the Executive Director of Victims and Resolutions Services, where she focuses on ensuring effective responses to crime and supporting victims. Recently, she emphasized the importance of police discretion in investigating crimes, particularly in the context of retail theft, and highlighted how new information can lead to the reopening of cases.
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Recent news mentions
Rachael Bambery told the Herald that the re-drafted policy would provide greater clarity for staff who issue formal warnings.
Thousands of police formal warnings set to be wiped due to improper protocol over several years
New Zealand· 2025-12-07
Victims and Resolutions executive director service Rachael Bambery sent an email to District Commanders on Tuesday.
Police launch review after controversial retail crime directiveNew Zealand· 2025-05-30
Victims and Resolutions executive director service Rachael Bambery sent an email to District Commanders on Tuesday.
Police Commissioner says controversial shoplifting directive ‘inconsistent with his expectations’New Zealand· 2025-05-27
Victims and resolutions executive director service Rachael Bambery said district commanders were being reminded today that districts continued to have discretion to investigate crimes.
Police Commissioner labels shoplifting directive as ‘confusing and unhelpful’New Zealand· 2025-05-27
