Former Police Union Boss Ian Leavers Found Dead at Home
Ian Leavers, former president of the Queensland Police Union, was found dead at his Brisbane home on Monday morning. The 57-year-old led the police union for 15 years, from 2009 to 2024.
Police were called to a sudden death at Mount Ommaney, Brisbane’s south-west, around 9:50 AM. Authorities described the circumstances as non-suspicious and investigations are ongoing.
Career Highlights
- Led the Queensland Police Union from 2009 to 2024.
- Appointed Queensland's first Cross-Border Commissioner in August 2024, supporting border communities.
Official Tributes
Premier David Crisafulli said Leavers “earned the respect of Queenslanders for saying it how it was, and always standing up for the police service he loved.”
“He was dedicated, principled and driven to make a difference for this state,” Crisafulli added. “Queenslanders will remember his leadership during some of our state’s most tragic and defining events.”
The Police Federation of Australia described Leavers as a “long-serving and respected leader within the policing community for more than three decades.”
Summary
Ian Leavers was a respected police leader known for his unwavering commitment and impactful leadership within Queensland and beyond.
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