Queensland Police Sends Victims' Addresses to Offenders

In a troubling incident, Queensland police have inadvertently shared the addresses of domestic violence victims with offenders, prompting an apology from the state government. One victim, described as a "vulnerable woman," reported feeling "completely defeated" after her personal information was leaked due to a "computer issue." The opposition has highlighted that police advised her to relocate following the breach, raising serious concerns about the handling of sensitive information. Opposition spokesperson for victim support, Laura Gerber, revealed in parliament that the police minister's office, led by Mark Ryan, arranged for CCTV installation at the victim's home in response to the breach. The matter has since been referred to the Crime and Corruption Commission for further investigation. Minister Ryan stated that his office had referred all complaints to the police and emphasized that the data breach would be addressed to prevent future occurrences. The Queensland police service is taking the situation seriously, with Acting Deputy Commissioner Mark Kelly leading a working group to review policies, procedures, and training related to data handling. The government has also announced a four-year domestic and family violence strategy aimed at improving support for victims and increasing accountability for offenders. Statistics reveal that approximately 831,400 women in Queensland have experienced violence since the age of 15, with over 39,000 breaches of domestic violence prevention orders reported this year alone, underscoring the urgent need for effective measures to protect vulnerable individuals.