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Custodial correctional officers suspended

Queensland Corrective Services can confirm that two custodial officers have been suspended from duty.

A custodial corrections officer was suspended from duty at Borallon Training and Correctional Centre as a result of an investigation relating to allegations of negligence.

Additionally, an officer from Wolston Correctional Centre has been suspended as a result of an unrelated investigation.

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.

As the matter is under active investigation, it is not appropriate to comment further at this time.

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