Queensland Police Decline to Discipline Officer Accused of Domestic Violence

Queensland police decided not to pursue disciplinary action against an officer accused of domestic violence against his pregnant partner, stating there was 'no tangible benefit' to an investigation.

16 Feb, 02:15 — 16 Feb, 02:15

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The Guardian16 Feb, 02:15

Queensland police refused to discipline officer accused of domestic violence against pregnant partner

Police decided there was ‘no tangible benefit’ to conducting disciplinary action against the officer and opted not to investigate Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The Queensland police service refused to pursue disciplinary action against an officer accused of multiple acts of serious domestic violence against his heavily pregnant partner and “interfering with the course of justice” to weaken the terms of her protection order. The circumstances of the case, revealed in a Queensland tribunal judgment this month, prompted a legal challenge by state’s Crime and Corruption Commission. Continue reading...

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