Police officer stood down, Northern Region

A 33-year-old female constable from Northern Region has been stood down from the Queensland Police Service.

The officer is the subject of an investigation into allegations of drink driving whilst off duty and has been served a notice to appear in the Townsville Magistrates Court on September 11, charged with drink driving.

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