Senior officer charged following internal probe
A senior constable from Victoria Police’s Eastern Region now faces a criminal charge after an internal investigation. Detectives charged the 56-year-old officer with making a false report. Authorities confirmed the charge on Monday afternoon.
Alleged off-duty collision under investigation
The charge relates to an alleged collision on 31 May last year. At the time, the officer was off duty.
Investigators examined the circumstances surrounding the incident. As a result, they laid a charge following their inquiries.
Court appearance to be scheduled
Police issued a summons for the officer to appear before a magistrates’ court. The exact date will be confirmed later.
However, the matter will proceed through the court process in due course.
Professional standards remain in focus
Victoria Police maintains strict expectations around honesty and accountability. Therefore, internal investigations play a key role in maintaining public trust.
This case highlights the importance of integrity within policing ranks.
