A police officer has been charged over an alleged assault in Sydney’s east yesterday.
About 7pm (Sunday 14 June 2026), officers attached to Eastern Beaches Police Area Command attended a home in Maroubra, after reports of an alleged domestic assault.
On arrival, police were told a 61-year-old man had allegedly assaulted a woman known to him following an argument.
The woman was assessed at the scene; however, did not require medical treatment.
Following inquiries, the 61-year-old senior constable – attached to a Central Metropolitan Region command – was arrested and taken to Maroubra Police Station where he was charged with common assault (DV).
The 61-year-old was granted conditional bail to appear before Waverley Local Court on Thursday 18 June 2026.
The officer’s employment status is under review.
