Former Roos legend Danielle Laidley working with Victoria Police to create positive change

Danielle Laidley sued Victoria Police when photos of her in custody were leaked but she’s now taken up a role working with young police officers.

After having photographs of herself in custody leaked and then taking legal action against the police and State Government, former North Melbourne premiership star and coach Danielle Laidley is now working with the Victoria Police to help shape and educate the next generation of recruits to the force.

Laidley was the subject of a gross invasion of her privacy when photos of her being interviewed and in custody at the St Kilda police station were leaked on social media in May 2020.

She launched legal action against the Victorian Government in May 2021 seeking damages claiming she had been “brought into public ridicule and contempt” and had her reputation damaged after the two photos were circulated, initially within a What’s App group and then on social media.

Danielle Laidley is helping shape and educate the next generation of police recruits. Picture: Alex Coppel

Laidley reached a confidential settlement over the matter in March this year, however one part of the agreement between the parties has now come to light.

Laidley revealed during an interview with RN Breakfast this week that she was trying to create positive change in force out of her experience with Victoria Police.

“As part of the civil settlement I have been working with the police and doing some educational videos for those that go through the academy,” Laidley said.

“They have been great, I have to say, and that is coming from the top and I am really pleased that that is the case.”

Victoria Police confirmed it was working with Laidley.

“Victoria Police can confirm we have engaged with Ms Laidley to feature in training materials based on her experiences. The material will be used to assist training of police recruits,” a spokesperson said.

Laidley recently released her autobiography Don’t Look Away and is embarking on a national book tour.

She is also the subject of a documentary, produced by Eddie McGuire’s JAMTV, which will be seen on STAN next year.