Community safety officer dismissed after using force against beggar in Melbourne

Joel Owen, a community safety officer in Melbourne, was dismissed in February after pushing a beggar outside Flinders Street Station in December. Owen claimed he acted per a council directive encouraging officers to use force, which contributed to low morale among the community safety team. The City of Melbourne’s safety initiative faces significant challenges ahead.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by SMH