The Police Oversight Committee, chaired by Margrét Einarsdóttir, has launched a proactive investigation in response to a Kveik news report that exposed data leaks within the police. This decision was made on May 9, 2025, following revelations aired by Kveik on April 29, 2025, which indicated that two former police officers employed by the company PPP had been spying on Róbert Wessman in exchange for payment from Björgólfur Thor Björgólfsson.

The investigation will focus on the data management practices of police departments across the country with the aim of assessing whether those practices are adequate to prevent future data leaks. The action was deemed necessary due to the serious implications of unauthorized data access and the potential risks it poses to individuals' privacy and trust in law enforcement institutions. Moreover, this represents a significant step towards reforming police oversight and ensuring accountability.

As the investigation proceeds, it will be important to monitor the outcomes and recommendations made by the committee. This initiative is expected to not only address the immediate concerns of data security but also to lay the groundwork for long-term improvements in the governance and operational protocols of the Icelandic police force.