Victoria Police Chief Resigns Following No-Confidence Vote

Shane Patton steps down after rank-and-file officers overwhelmingly vote no confidence, prompting government intervention.

Chief Commissioner Shane Patton resigned after a no-confidence vote in his leadership garnered 87% support from Victoria Police members.
The vote followed a contentious pay dispute between the police union and Patton’s negotiating team, escalating tensions within the force.
Premier Jacinta Allan and Police Minister Anthony Carbines did not personally inform Patton of his removal, delegating the task to a senior bureaucrat.
Patton’s departure marks another high-profile exit in Victoria’s government, following similar resignations in other key public service roles.
Rick Nugent, the current Emergency Services Commissioner, has been appointed as acting Chief Commissioner and is considered a leading candidate for the permanent role.