Elite Officer Charged Following Internal Investigation
A leading senior constable has been charged after an internal police investigation. The 52-year-old officer worked within a specialist policing unit at the time.
Allegations Involve Teen Under Authority
Authorities have laid two charges of sexual assault involving a 16 or 17-year-old. Police allege the teen was under the officer’s care, supervision, or authority. Importantly, the alleged incident occurred in September 2023 while the officer was off-duty.
Internal Probe Leads to Formal Charges
The matter emerged through an internal investigation conducted by police. Subsequently, investigators moved to formally charge the senior constable. Moreover, the case draws attention to accountability within specialist policing roles.
Court Appearance Scheduled
The accused officer has been charged on summons. He will appear before a magistrates’ court at a later date. At this stage, authorities have not released further details.
