Police have charged a Townsville man yesterday following an investigation by members of the Corrective Services Investigation Unit, State Crime Command.
It is alleged the man, a correctional officer at Townsville Correctional Centre, assaulted a male prisoner on March 29, 2018.
The man sustained non-threatening injuries to his face and body as a result of the incident.
Yesterday, a 44-year-old man was charged with one count each of assault occasioning bodily harm and abuse of office.
He is due to appear in Townsville Magistrates Court on August 21.
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You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
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