Hundreds of Victoria Police staff investigated for alleged domestic violence, sex crimes | SBS News

An “alarming” number of police officers and employees have been investigated for alleged sex crimes and family violence offences, with more than 3 per cent of the workforce facing inquiries in less than six years.

A total of 683 Victoria Police officers and public servants were investigated between January 2019 and June 2024, figures released by the force show.

Of those, 269 were investigated for alleged predatory behaviour or sexual harassment and 185 for alleged sexual offences, including rape, sexual assault and crimes against children.

In the seven months to 30 June last year, 89 persons faced family violence investigations.

Source: Hundreds of Victoria Police staff investigated for alleged domestic violence, sex crimes | SBS News

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