Queensland Police Commissioner Steps Down Following Cancer Diagnosis

Steve Gollschewski will leave his role immediately, with Deputy Commissioner Shane Chelepy stepping in as acting commissioner.

Queensland Police Commissioner Steve Gollschewski has been diagnosed with cancer and will step down from his role effective immediately.
Deputy Commissioner Shane Chelepy will assume the position of acting commissioner starting Saturday, March 1, to ensure continuity of leadership.
Premier David Crisafulli and Police Minister Dan Purdie expressed their support for Gollschewski, commending his contributions to the state and wishing him a full recovery.
Gollschewski, who has served in the police force for 44 years, was appointed commissioner in April 2024 after serving as deputy commissioner for over a decade.
During his tenure, Gollschewski played key roles in major operations, including leading security for the 2018 Commonwealth Games and coordinating disaster responses during floods and cyclones.