Queensland Police Deputy Commissioner Shane Chelepy has today announced his retirement from the service after almost 40 years.

Chelepy served on the frontline across south-east Queensland, and then in senior leadership roles, including as the boss of the water police, in counter-terrorism, as operations commander during the COVID-19 pandemic and as state disaster coordinator.

He also took on the top job, stepping into the role of acting commissioner, when Steve Gollschewski underwent treatment for cancer .

Chelepy said it had been an "absolute honour" to be part of the QPS.

"Throughout my career, I have been continually inspired by the way this organisation responds – through every challenge – to keep our communities safe.

"In recent times, I had the privilege of leading the Q

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