A custodial corrections officer at Woodford Correctional Centre was suspended from duty on 27 April 2020, as a result of an ongoing investigation.
This is due to allegations relating to possession of drugs, failing to comply with policy and procedure relating to prisoner's property, misusing their authority and inappropriately disclosing confidential information.
As a top-tier public safety agency, Queensland Corrective Services is committed to the highest standards of conduct, transparency and accountability.
We expect the highest in professional and ethical behaviour from all our officers.
Our officers play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of the community by managing some of the most challenging people in society in highly dynamic situations.
To do this effectively and humanely, it is important that their behaviour is appropriate and proportionate to the circumstances.
As the matter is under active investigation, it is not appropriate to comment further at this time.
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