Richard Wilson
Richard Wilson is a Superintendent in the New Zealand Police and serves as the acting executive director for police operations. He has been instrumental in supporting the implementation and ongoing evaluation of the firearms registry in New Zealand, highlighting its importance in assisting police with real-time information during critical incidents. Wilson emphasizes the registry's role in preventing firearms from moving into unlicensed hands, thereby enhancing public safety and aiding in criminal investigations.
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Richard Wilson is María's brother-in-law who attended her doctoral defense.
Glansaði í vörninni á áttræðisaldri
Iceland· 2025-10-19
Wilson confirmed the policy had been reviewed and an updated policy was now in effect.
Police reverse firearms vetting changes made under Jevon McSkimming
New Zealand· 2025-10-13
Richard Wilson, Dawn's father, was racially profiled while shopping with her at Canadian Tire.
The racial profiling of Indigenous shoppers is unacceptable
Canada· 2025-09-04
Superintendent Richard Wilson said there were a 'few bad apples' in the firearms community who abuse the privilege of a licence.
Auckland gun shop owner illegally sold ammunition and a rifle to unlicensed customers in undercover police stingNew Zealand· 2025-06-28
Wilson welcomed the review, stating it gives frontline police access to real-time information.
‘Ridiculous’ Cabinet paper: Why Firearms Minister Nicole McKee compared guns to ovens and toastersNew Zealand· 2025-05-13
