DETECTIVES | Surveillance, war zones & survival

Andrew Atkinson is a former Victorian police officer. In this episode of Crime Insiders | Detecties, Andrew discusses his journey from general duties to the Technical Surveillance Unit and his deployments with the United Nations in Timor and Iraq.

He candidly addresses the impact of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on his life and career, emphasizing the importance of mental health awareness and support for police veterans.

Andrew reflects on the physical challenges he faced due to his service, including cancer and multiple surgeries, and highlights the need for open discussions about mental health in law enforcement. He advocates for the creation of supportive networks for current and former officers to help them navigate their experiences and challenges.

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