A Brisbane massage therapist stands accused of sexually assaulting a female client at his professional establishment, with law enforcement characterizing the incident as an egregious violation of trust. The 39-year-old Richlands man was formally charged with rape following a police investigation into the alleged February 19 incident.
Queensland Police executed a search warrant at the massage business on March 5, culminating in the arrest of the suspect. Acting Senior Sergeant Simon Ball condemned the alleged actions as a “despicable breach of trust” that exploited the practitioner-client relationship.
“I want to reassure any victim-survivors you are not alone, and that there are support services available to you,” Ball stated in an official police release, encouraging other potential victims to come forward.
The accused is scheduled to appear before Richlands Magistrates Court on April 14, 2026, to answer to the criminal charge. Authorities have appealed to the public for any additional information regarding the case or similar incidents.
This case has highlighted ongoing concerns about client safety within therapeutic industries and the importance of proper oversight mechanisms to prevent such violations from occurring.