Complaints
Complaints
The LECC encourages members of the public and public officials to report suspected serious misconduct or serious maladministration involving the NSW Police Force or NSW Crime Commission.
News and publications
News and publications
Oversight
Oversight
The LECC Act places primary responsibility for the investigation of misconduct involving the NSWPF and NSWCC upon those agencies. The LECC independently ensures misconduct matters are dealt with appropriately by the NSWPF and NSWCC.
Investigations
Investigations
The LECC provides for the independent detection, investigation and exposure of serious misconduct within the NSW Police Force and the NSW Crime Commission.
- Current investigations
- Past investigations
Prevention
Prevention
The Commission assists the state’s law enforcement agencies to improve the way they identify, prevent and minimise misconduct, unlawful actions and unreasonable practices.
About Us
About Us
Anyone can report to us about NSW Police Force or NSW Crime Commission misconduct or maladministration.

Operation Sandbridge

An investigation into the arrest and strip search of a 53 year old male in inner Sydney in March 2015 and subsequent unsuccessful prosecution of him for hindering police in the execution of their duty.

Investigation Reports

Operation Sandbridge - Final report

Media Releases

8 May 2020 Media Release - Operation Sandbridge