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We are NSW’s independent police oversight body
We review and monitor the way misconduct allegations about the NSW Police and NSW Crime Commission are handled.
We investigate allegations of serious misconduct.
We identify systemic issues that could contribute to misconduct, unlawful actions and unreasonable practices so they can be prevented.
We review the way police investigate complaints about the NSW Police Force to ensure misconduct matters are dealt with appropriately. We also independently investigate the most serious misconduct matters.
What we do
We deal with complaints and misconduct information.
We publish investigation reports and research about misconduct and maladministration issues.
Learn about what the LECC can and cannot do, and if not, who can.
Explore recent highlights of work from our complaints assessments and investigations functions.
What is a critical incident
A critical incident is an incident involving a NSW police officer that results in the death or serious injury of a person.
By monitoring critical incident investigations, we can make sure that the police investigation is competent, thorough and objective. We hope that this provides some comfort to the family of the person who has died or was injured, and to the public.
For more information about how the Commission monitors critical incident investigations, see our critical incident page or watch our video.
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A report under section 132 of the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission Act 2016 concerning the fabrication and/or tampering of evidence by 2 police officers and a deficient police investigation into the allegations.
The Operation Somnus fact sheet summarises the issues explored and factual findings made in Operation Somnus, including the Commission’s oversight function, process corruption (fabrication and tampering with evidence) and the recommendations made.
The Commission is holding a public hearing into the circumstances surrounding the NSW Police Force response to a 000-call made on the evening of 3 January 2023 reporting that a woman was being bashed behind the Salvation Army building in Ballina. Tragically, Ms Lindy Lucena passed away as a result of this incident at Ballina, NSW in January of 2023. Click here to access videos and transcripts from the hearings.
A report under section 132 of the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission Act 2016 concerning the excessive use of force and destruction of evidence by a Constable, and the failure of fellow officers to report suspected misconduct.
Law Enforcement Conduct Commission Annual Report 2024-2025.
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