Member statement

Tania MAXWELL (Northern Victoria) (13:07):

I rise today to give a sad member’s statement in honour of Detective Sergeant Shannon ‘Spud’ Murphy.

Spud worked in Melbourne and Benalla as a detective, and his most recent role was in the sexual offences and child abuse investigation team in Wangaratta.

Spud was a larrikin, a man who had a sense of humour, and he was a loving husband to his wife, Sarah, and two children.

The loss of Spud has once again allowed me to call on Victoria Police to support those who suffer ill health, and I implore the government to increase investment to allow for ongoing therapeutic facilities to be readily available to those who need them when they need them.

Vale, Shannon ‘Spud’ Murphy. May you rest in peace and no longer bear your pain and suffering.