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Police commanders should be liable for deaths during protests

A protester hit with a baton by police during June 24, 2025 protests [AFP]

Lawmakers have thrown their weight behind a proposal by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to hold police commanders personally liable for negligence and abuse of power during protests and other public gatherings.

The proposal by IPOA also expands the scope to instances that lead to deaths, serious injuries, or sexual violence.

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