The Queensland Police Service (QPS) has commenced an investigation into a group of people who arrived in Queensland onboard a vessel.
The vessel allegedly arrived at Cairns from the Maldives on Monday, December 21 with 14 guests on board and six crew members.
Fourteen people have been directed into 14-days hotel quarantine in Cairns and are undergoing mandatory COVID-19 testing.
Six crew members remain on board the vessel for marine safety and have been directed to self-isolate.
As the investigation is ongoing, the QPS is unable to provide further details about the matter.
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