Coroner Urges New Police Training Methods Following In-Custody Death Linked to Improper Spit Hood Use
Auckland, New Zealand — A recent coroner’s report has exposed significant lapses in police procedures following the in-custody death of Alo Ngata, whose tragic demise has sparked calls for immediate reforms in the handling and monitoring of detainees. Coroner Matthew Bates highlighted the urgent need for enhanced training and assessment systems for prisoners, specifically surrounding the use of spit hoods and managing individuals with compromised consciousness. Ngata, who had a history of mental health and …