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NSW Police Probe Alleged Sexual Assault of Recruit at Goulburn Academy

The case puts fresh focus on long-criticized police culture in New South Wales.

Overview

  • Police say they are investigating a report that a male recruit sexually assaulted a female colleague at the NSW Police Academy in Goulburn.
  • The woman reported the incident to academy staff shortly after it occurred.
  • NSW Police suspended the male recruit and said the woman is receiving welfare support during the inquiry.
  • Investigators plan to interview people who were with the pair on the night in question.
  • An independent culture review by Kristen Hilton is due for public release next month, following earlier findings of harassment and a boys’ club culture in parts of the force.