Death in custody, Broadbeach

The Ethical Standards Command is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 54-year-old man at Broadbeach this morning.

Preliminary information indicates a man was taken into custody by police at Victoria Park, Broadbeach around 11:00am following a call in relation to a disturbance.

Initial information suggests the man began having trouble breathing after being placed in the rear of a police van.

Police removed the man from the van and immediately commenced CPR while awaiting the attendance of an ambulance.

Attempts by police and ambulance officers to revive the man were unsuccessful.

The State Coroner and the Crime and Corruption Commission have been advised. The CCC will provide independent oversight of the investigation.

A report will be prepared for the Coroner.

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