Police officers awarded for dedication and service

Police Commissioner Ian Stewart congratulated 121 Queensland Police Service officers and staff members today at the Gold Coast District Honours and Awards ceremony. Medals, clasps, service awards and certificates were presented for dedication to the role, commitment to policing and service to the community of Queensland. Commissioner Stewart acknowledged the devotion and tireless effort of […]

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Police officer stood down, South Eastern Region

A 48-year-old male Senior Sergeant from South Eastern Region was stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service today. The officer is the subject of a disciplinary investigation concerning allegations of misconduct. In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when […]

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Update: Mount Isa explosion and death investigation

Mount Isa Police, supported by specialist officers from Townsville and Brisbane, remain at the scene of a devastating caravan explosion in which three people died yesterday. Forensic, Scientific and Disaster Victim Identification officers continue to methodically process the scene, which incorporates an area of several hundred metres. Mount Isa District Detective Inspector Kelly Harvey said […]

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Major drug trafficking operation closes today

Detectives from State Crime Command’s Drug and Serious Crime Group have closed a major operation focusing on the trafficking of dangerous drugs including methylamphetamine (ice) and heroin in Brisbane. Operation Mike Backstay, a multi-agency operation led by the State Drug Squad and involving the Australian Federal Police, The Australian Border Force and the Australian Crime […]

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