Oranga Tamariki did not act, family say
Oranga Tamariki did not act on at least two more reports from different people – including a probation officer - about concerns for Malachi Subecz’s safety during the months the five-year-old was being tortured to death in a remote cabin, his family say.
Three members of Malachi's extended family say two representatives of OT visited them on October 11 to tell them concerns about Malachi’s safety in the care of murderer Michaela Barriball were reported to OT by two other parties.
Along with a notification from a family member previously reported by Stuff and investigated by the Ombudsman, the family say Malachi’s stepfather and a Corrections probation officer also called OT in the weeks after Malachi’s mother was jailed to report concerns for his wellbeing.
“I’m glad I know, but now I’m just angry,” said Malachi’s Aunty, Helen Menzies. “They said nothing was done and no-one from OT visited the child, no-one. We’re just in shock.
Link to video and article: Two more adults tried to save Malachi. Oranga Tamariki did not act, family say | Stuff.co.nz
