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A Queensland man, 57, who has been on the run was arrested following his arrival at Perth Airport.
The man, who is a registered child sex offender, was arrested and charged by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) at Perth Airport after being deported from Thailand earlier this month.
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Allegedly, the man fled Queensland without complying with his travel reporting obligations. He was later arrested by local police officers in Thailand and deported back to Australia.
“The seamless and collaborative relationships with law enforcement partners in Australia and across the globe is critical to combating criminal activity and keeping our communities safe,” said Acting AFP Superintendent, Peter Brindal.
Facing up to five years imprisonment, the man will be charged by the AFP for breaching overseas travel requirements in place for registered offenders.
Queensland Police Service Detective Superintendent Denzil Clark says that this operation represents the effective work of Australian law enforcement agencies with international partners.
“We will continue to disrupt the movements of child sex offenders, safeguard vulnerable people and ensure those who breach their obligations face justice,” Clark said.
This follows a slew of arrests at Melbourne International Airport by AFP and Australian Border Force officers following alleged violent extremist material being found on five individuals’ mobile phones.
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