Investigation summaries

IBAC received a complaint detailing allegations that a vulnerable woman had been assaulted and mistreated while in the custody of Victoria Police members at an outer Melbourne station.

Given the seriousness of the allegations, the complaint proceeded to investigation.

Operation Blyth looked into whether officers used excessive force against the woman during arrest and while in custody, and if they prevented her from going to the toilet.

Outcome

After reviewing CCTV footage, interviewing key people and other investigative techniques, IBAC concluded the police members involved had acted appropriately. The complaint was closed with no further action.