Code of Silence

Name: Code of Silence
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781760297022
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How one honest police officer took on Australia's most corrupt police force

By Colin Dillon

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In Code of Silence by Colin Dillon, readers dive into the world of Australia's first Aboriginal police officer as he navigates the challenges and corruption within the system. Dillon shares his personal journey, highlighting his efforts to break through cultural barriers, confront prejudice, and maintain his integrity amidst the complexities of law enforcement. This crime and thriller narrative not only offers insight into a pivotal career but also sheds light on broader social issues.
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You might enjoy this gripping crime and thriller read if you're intrigued by real-life accounts of law enforcement, as Colin Dillon shares a compelling and honest portrayal of his experiences in policing. Perfect for those who appreciate authentic stories with a mix of suspense and insider perspectives on the challenges faced in the pursuit of justice.

Code of Silence

The powerful true story of the first police officer to lift the lid on police corruption in Queensland and what then happened to him.

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Wherever there is power and money, there is always the risk of corruption. But everyone has a choice: to become involved or to take a stand against it.

Colin Dillon is an extraordinary man. He was the first Indigenous policeman in Australia. But that is actually a very small part of his story.

He was also the first serving police officer to voluntarily appear before the Fitzgerald Commission of Inquiry in 1987 and give first-hand evidence of police corruption. He did this at a time when the Fitzgerald Inquiry was beginning and struggling for traction. His evidence at the Inquiry was instrumental in eventually sending some police, including Police Commissioner Terry Lewis, and politicians to prison.

Revealing, powerful and uncompromising, this is the story of Colin Dillon's nearly 40 years in a police force rotten to the core. It describes the extraordinary range of criminal activities - drugs, gaming, SP bookmaking, brothels, vehicle theft - that were allowed to operate with impunity in return for bribes. It also tells of the high price an honest man and his family paid for his decision to break the code of silence.

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Code of Silence by Colin Dillon has been praised for its gripping narrative and insightful exploration of corruption within the police force. Readers appreciate Dillon's candid recount of his experiences, adding authenticity and depth to the story. The book has been highlighted for its detailed and engaging writing style, making it a compelling read for fans of true crime and thrillers alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760297022

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Contributors:

With Tom Gilling

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 216g

Pages: 242

Collections

Biography & Memoir Colin Dillon Crime & Thriller Fiction True Crime

About the Author

Colin Dillon joined the Queensland police force in 1965 (before the 1967 referendum, which supposedly offered Aboriginal Australians full and equal citizenship). He worked within that system for almost four decades and became the first commissioned Indigenous Police Inspector in Australia. He still lives in Queensland.