A Queensland police officer has been fined $1334 for failing to comply with the state’s COVID-19 directions.
In a statement provided to news.com.au this afternoon, the Queensland Police Service confirmed a constable from the Northern Police Region had been issued with the infringement notice relating to the pandemic.
“Police will allege the officer failed to comply with the social distancing rules and travelling for non-essential business on Friday, April 10, whilst off-duty,” the statement reads.
“The QPS continues to enforce the directions of the Chief Health Officer as we work to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
“We urge everyone to follow the public health directions, employ social distancing practices and avoid unnecessary travel so we can limit the spread of coronavirus.”
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