Ross McKay

Ross McKay

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Ross McKay is a Detective Superintendent with the New Zealand Police, currently involved in investigating allegations surrounding the misuse of data by political parties. His work follows an inquiry that raised concerns about the integrity of data shared with health and social providers, particularly in relation to electoral processes linked to the Manurewa Marae.

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Detective Inspector Ross McKay declined to comment on specifics regarding the case.

Marokopa children’s mother describes Tom Phillips as a ‘dictator’, says she objected to Netflix doco
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
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Detective Superintendent Ross McKay emphasised police 'never stopped trying' to find Phillips.

Police used 28 motion-activated cameras during Tom Phillips manhunt
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-11
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Detective Superintendent Ross McKay indicated that the family moved regularly between the sites.

Police say Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips may have more hidden campsites in Waikato bush
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-11-18
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Tom Phillips

Detective Superintendent Ross McKay provided insights into the investigation of Tom Phillips.

Photos reveal the secret bush camps fugitive father used to hide his children
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2025-10-24
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Tom Phillips

Detective Superintendent Ross McKay discussed the challenges of locating Tom Phillips and his children.

Parents apologise for 'trouble' caused by New Zealand fugitive
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-09
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Detective Superintendent Ross McKay will oversee the investigation as the Senior Responsible Officer.

Gore toddler Lachie Jones’ death: Two North Island detectives appointed for new investigation
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-01
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Detective Superintendent McKay responded to the complaint regarding the handling of Niethe’s case.

Sara Niethe cold case: Police review file, investigator reveals tip from ‘dying ex-crim’
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-08
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Detective Superintendent Ross McKay said police were working with different agencies as they investigate various aspects of allegations made about Te Pāti Māori.

Manurewa Marae inquiry findings: Christopher Luxon ‘shocked’, Chris Hipkins says ‘alarm bell’ for NZ reputation
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-02-18
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