Revocation of stand down – Operations Support Command

A 40-year old male Senior Constable from Operations Support Command who was stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service on November 18, 2016 will now return to operational duties following the revocation of his stand down.
The officer was the subject of a Crime and Corruption Commission investigation concerning on duty conduct. All court proceedings have now been finalised.
The member is still the subject of an internal discipline investigation.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when an officer faces serious allegations of misconduct.
This does not mean that the allegations against the officer have been substantiated.

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Marine search, Moreton Bay

Brisbane Water Police are currently coordinating a search in Moreton Bay.
At 6.30am police were notified that a canoe had been found drifting near South West Rocks on Peel Island.
The canoe is about 240cm long, yellow in colour with a blue band. There are two fishing rods in the canoe and fresh bait.
It is unknown if anyone has fallen out of the canoe or if it has drifted away from a camp site.
There are currently three water police vessels and two helicopters conducting a search of Moreton Bay in relation to the matter.
Police are appealing for anyone who recognises the canoe or can supply further information to contact them.

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