Logan superintendent Melissa Adams was last week one of six Queensland police to receive the Australian Police Medal.
Superintendent Adams has been a member of the Service for over 29 years and is during her policing career, she has served in general duties roles in a variety of police stations throughout the state.
“She is an outstanding leader for QPS in responding to disaster events,” a police bio reads.
“During her role as Officer in Charge (OIC) of Rockhampton Police Station, she coordinated the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) response to bushfires, multiple flood events and cyclones.
“She has subsequently supported the State Disaster Coordination Centre (SDCC) during disaster events and in recent years, has been involved in the Ipswich LDMG response to COVID-19.”
Police minister Mark Ryan and Commissioner Katarina Carroll welcomed the announcement.
The recipients share a diverse and experienced policing history, having served throughout Queensland in several different role and areas.
Other recipients were Acting Chief Superintendent Mark Kelly from People Capability Command, Inspector Paul Baker from South Brisbane District Forensic Unit, Detective Inspector David Hickey from Ethical Standards Command, Sergeant Cary Coolican from Far North District Crime Prevention and Sergeant Nadine Webster from Ipswich Crime Prevention.
Commissioner Carroll said each of the APM recipients demonstrated the exemplary attributes of a QPS officer and she recognised their commitment to their roles.
“The Australian Police Medal is a fitting acknowledgment of each recipient’s outstanding contribution and dedication to serving Queensland,” Commissioner Carroll said.
“The recipients personify our QPS values and are committed to their duties and keeping the Queensland community safe.
“I would like to congratulate and give my personal thanks to each of them.”
Mr Ryan said he was proud to recognise the six officers who display courage, fairness and pride in all that they do for the Queensland community.
“The deserving APM recipients each have shown commitment and professionalism to all their duties,” Minister Ryan said.
“They have each provided dedicated and exemplary service to the QPS and the Queensland community, throughout their careers.
“I would like to congratulate them for receiving this high honour today.”
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