Queensland police union boss made defamation claim against domestic violence expert

Carrington had been given access to the entire coronial file and had been given permission by the deputy state coroner, Jayne Bentley, to speak publicly about her evidence.

Part of an exchange between Carrington and host Neil Breen on 4BC the next morning was the subject of the complaint.

Leavers also claimed the comments falsely conveyed the meaning that he is callous, has no compassion for victims of domestic violence and is interested in protecting police officers who have failed to assist domestic violence victims.

Neither Carrington nor QUT would comment when approached by Guardian Australia. It is understood Carrington stands by her comments and rejects the suggestion they were defamatory.