The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is assisting with search efforts in New South Wales after a QPS officer from Ipswich was reported missing yesterday, March 25.
New South Wales Police are continuing to conduct a search in the Broken Head area in an effort to locate the 45-year-old Inspector.
Police and the officer's family are concerned for his welfare as the disappearance is considered out of character.
Acting Commissioner of Police, Shane Chelepy APM, said the QPS is offering every support to the family and the investigation.
"The Queensland Police Service is extremely concerned for the welfare of our member, who is a highly valued colleague and friend to many in the Service," Acting Commissioner Chelepy said.
"Our thoughts are with the officer's family and friends during this extremely difficult time and every support is being made available.
"I am grateful for the efforts of New South Wales Police and our own teams involved with the ongoing search."
Anyone with information that may be able to assist with the whereabouts of the member is asked to contact Police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
If you have information for police on this, please call Policelink on 131 444 now. If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.
