Police Officer Charged in South Eastern Region

A 56-year-old male senior constable from the South Eastern Region has been charged with assault occasioning bodily harm, following an incident of alleged excessive force while on duty. The officer has been served with a notice to appear and has been stood down from the Queensland Police Service pending further legal proceedings. The officer is scheduled to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court on June 4, 2025. The Queensland Police Service emphasized their commitment to transparency and accountability by informing the public when serious allegations of misconduct are made against their members. It is important to note that the charges against the officer are still pending, and the allegations have not yet been substantiated.