Queensland Police Service Commissioner Steve Gollschewski has stepped down from the role following an unexpected cancer diagnosis.
In a statement, Queensland Premier, David Crisafulli said the departing Commissioner had the full support of the Queensland Government following his decision to leave.
“I would like to thank Commissioner Gollschewski for his lifetime of service upholding our state’s laws,” said the Premier.
“Commissioner Gollschewski has spent decades serving with integrity, professionalism, and Queensland is grateful for what he has achieved in the blue uniform.
“Right now, his focus must be on his health and his family – but on behalf of Queensland – I want to thank him for his outstanding contribution to the state, and wish him all the best on his journey ahead.”
Police Minister, Dan Purdie said his thoughts were with the Commissioner, and his family during this time.
“On behalf of the Government and the community, I extend my sincerest wishes to the Commissioner for a full and speedy recovery,” he said.
Deputy Commissioner Shane Chelepy will step into the role of Acting Commissioner from Saturday 1 March.
