Four years after her death, police formally apologized to Rachel Molloy’s mother for mishandling the investigation into her fatal fall — a tragedy that unfolded amid her role as a key witness in an impending sexual assault trial. Despite clear signs of foul play and critical injuries, authorities initially dismissed it as a drunken accident, failing to collect fingerprints or interview neighbors. Mandy Molloy, who suspected a link to a prior home invasion where her daughter was drugged and assaulted, fought tirelessly for justice. Now, after years of advocacy and an internal review, Auckland police acknowledged their response fell below standard — and offered a personal apology to the grieving mother.

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