Alleged witnesses or victim-survivors of a former Queanbeyan Tigers coach and convicted child abuser are being urged to come forward to assist in possible compensation claims.
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The man, who has not been identified by the law firm seeking information and who The Canberra Times has also chosen not to name, was also a manager of Queanbeyan's public pool.
The man was previously convicted of child sex abuse crimes against multiple victims.
He was convicted of crimes against teenage boys in incidents during his time of involvement with the football club and the management of the pool, which occurred in the 1970s and 1980s.
Slater and Gordon lawyers are asking anyone with information about alleged abuse by the person to contact them.
Principal lawyer Ciara White said it could assist with compensation claims being pursued by survivors, and said all information would be confidential.
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"It's important that we obtain as much information as possible as part of our investigation," she said.
"We're calling on other victims, witnesses and anyone with knowledge of alleged abuse to come forward."
- Any alleged witnesses or survivors can contact Slater and Gordon at 1800 570 835.
- Lifeline 13 11 14
- Mensline 1300 789 978
- Kids Helpline 1800 551 800
- beyondblue 1300 224 636
- 1800-RESPECT 1800 737 732.
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Lanie Tindale
I am City reporter at The Canberra Times. I previously covered health for the masthead, and was a trainee before that. I have written on courts, federal politics, breaking news, features and opinion. lanie.tindale@canberratimes.com.au.
I am City reporter at The Canberra Times. I previously covered health for the masthead, and was a trainee before that. I have written on courts, federal politics, breaking news, features and opinion. lanie.tindale@canberratimes.com.au.
