Family Violence affects everyone. On first of January it took its first victim when Senior Constable Paul Topham, Victoria Police #36971, Southern Metro region, took his own life.
Senior Constable Paul Topham has been struggling with mental health issues in recent times.He was a key part of the investigation and the subsequent coronial inquest into Rosie Batty's 11-year-old son Luke's death.
Judge Ian Gray praised Sr Cst. Topham for his efforts during the investigation.Police Association Secretary Wayne Gatt said the well-respected officer would be sorely missed. “We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the member’s family, friends and shattered colleagues, and remind them that we are here to support them in any we can,” he said.He answered the call, of himself gave his all, and a part of Australia died.
Senior Constable Paul Topham has been struggling with mental health issues in recent times.He was a key part of the investigation and the subsequent coronial inquest into Rosie Batty's 11-year-old son Luke's death.
Judge Ian Gray praised Sr Cst. Topham for his efforts during the investigation.Police Association Secretary Wayne Gatt said the well-respected officer would be sorely missed. “We would like to express our deepest sympathies to the member’s family, friends and shattered colleagues, and remind them that we are here to support them in any we can,” he said.He answered the call, of himself gave his all, and a part of Australia died.
