News Saturday, May 3, 2014
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■ AUCKLAND
Sex case cop steps down By Jared Savage A high-profile Auckland police officer cleared of a criminal sex complaint has resigned ahead of an employment investigation. No charges were laid against Detective Inspector Mark Gutry (below) following a complaint of sexual violation made by a prostitute last July. The evidence from the ninemonth inquiry was reviewed by the Crown Solicitor of Wellington before a decision was made last month to not pursue a criminal prosecution against Mr Gutry, who is married with children. Mr Gutry, who has headed numerous high-profile investigations, was suspended from his senior role in the Counties Manukau police district in December while detectives from Wellington handled the case. Despite there being insufficient evidence to lay criminal charges, the 48-year-old faced an internal disciplinary inquiry which centred on why he looked at the woman’s file on the police computer system, known as the National Intelli-
gence Application (NIA), up to 20 times over two years. The code of conduct process would also investigate whether the alleged sexual relationship took place in work hours, which would breach police rules. At the time that Mr Gutry was cleared of criminal conduct his lawyer, Todd Simmonds, said his client was pleased with the outcome of the criminal investigation and his intention at “this point in time is to return to police duties as soon as is possible”. Mr Simmonds yesterday confirmed that Mr Gutry had tendered his resignation. The resignation means the internal disciplinary process will not go ahead. Alan Boreham, Assistant Commissioner Upper North, confirmed the resignation but refused to answer specific questions. “This follows an employment investigation into allegations that he breached the Police Code of Conduct. Given Mr Gutry’s resignation, that investigation is now at an end.” - APNZ
■ IT’S IN THE BAG
Bargains galore in pop-up shop Ashburton woman Donece McEwan (above) inspects items on sale at the It’s in the Bag accessory sale run by the Ashburton County Lions. The accessory sale started yesterday in the former Fashion Focus store in the Countdown complex. A range of pre-loved jewellery, scarves, handbags, hats, gloves and belts, along with shoes and boots were for sale. And there was more available in store today. Bargain hunters can expect to grab a good deal or two with a quality range of products needed to clear. It was the first time the Ashburton County Lions had run the project. Proceeds would go to local youth groups. The shop will be open today between 10am and 2pm. Right - Lynne Bridge checks out the jewellery range on sale at the Ashburton County Lions pop up accessory Doorshop Salesyesavailable terday. The shop is open again today for Grumpy its final clearance sale. Doors are Old openWomen between 10am and 2pm. tomorrow, 7.30pm | $71.90 Photo tetsuro MitoMo 020514-tM-060
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