Qld: Former Queensland policeman faces child sex charges

AAP General News (Australia)
12-19-2001
Qld: Former Queensland policeman faces child sex charges

A former Queensland policeman is facing rape charges after allegedly molesting his
six-year-old son.

The 42-year-old, who cannot be named, appeared briefly in Brisbane Magistrates Court
today over the charges laid after an unsupervised access visit with his son in November.

Lawyer NEIL LAWLER's told the court the man, who is facing one count of rape and three
counts of indecent dealing, is currently on sickness benefits for chronic fatigue syndrome.

Police made an unsuccessful bid to keep him in custody at the hearing, alleging he
was dismissed from the state's police force six years ago and is in danger of interfering
with witnesses.

Magistrate CHRISTINE CLEMENTS has granted bail and adjourned the case until February
18 for a committal mention.

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