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Queensland police launch review after revelations of ‘abominable’ treatment of children in watch houses



Commissioner Steve Gollschewski says facilities and training will be examined, but not whether children should be held in them for long periodsThe Queensland police commissioner says he acknowledges “end to end systemic issues” in police watch houses, following revelations about the “abominable” treatment of children, conditions likened to “torture” and allegations of misconduct.Steve Gollschewski on Tuesday announced a broad-ranging review into the state’s watch houses, which he said were “under significant pressure”. Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/aug/06/queensland-police-announce-review-qld-watch-houses-ntwnfb

Author : Ben Smee Queensland state correspondent

Publish date : 2024-08-06 03:14:54

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