Police officer arrested in Central Region, QLD

A 50-year-old male Inspector from Central Region has been arrested and charged with one count each of fraud and attempt to pervert the course of justice.

The police officer was released on conditional bail and is due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on November 24.

The officer has been suspended from duty with the Queensland Police Service.

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.

Information about the Queensland Police Service Integrity framework can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/corporatedocs/reportsPublications/other/Documents/QPS-ESC-Integrity-Framework.pdf

Information about compliments and complaints can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/online/ComplimentsandComplaints.htm

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