The past 12 months have generated difficult headlines for NT Police, and in recent weeks a total of three officers have faced court charged with criminal offences.
The Northern Territory's Police Minister says recent high-profile suspensions and dismissals of Northern Territory police officers "are isolated incidents" and "not a true reflection" of NT Police.
Also in May, a 53-year-old officer was dismissed after being charged with a high-range drink driving offence and a 30-year-old was dismissed for "serious breaches of discipline".emblazoned with the words "Don't wanna get shot … DON'T stab a cop! #bluelivesmatter" — a reference to the police shooting of Kumanjayi Walker.
The ABC put questions to Northern Territory Police Minister Nicole Manison, including whether she was concerned about the recent dismissals and charges laid against NT Police officers.
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