Melbourne safety officer dismissed after using force on beggar

Melbourne community safety officer Joel Owen was dismissed in February after being accused of using force on a beggar. Owen claimed he acted on a directive that officers should not fear using force, highlighting declining morale within the team. The controversy complicates the City of Melbourne's safety strategy, originally valued at $2 million and set for expansion.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Age