Policeman investigated over dangling baby from balcony on Melbourne Cup Day
A Victorian police officer is under investigation after vision of a toddler being dangled from a balcony on Melbourne Cup Day emerged.
Seven News can reveal the person being investigated over the dangerous Cremorne stunt is a serving police officer.
A neighbour photographed the adult male as he dangled a baby boy precariously from a third-floor balcony.
It is alleged the small child was dangled several times throughout the day.
In a statement Victoria Police said the man was a senior constable based in the state's east, and confirmed he had been interviewed but not suspended.
"Detectives from the Yarra CIU have interviewed a senior constable from the eastern region in relation to the baby being held over the balcony in Cremorne," the statement said.
"Professional Standards Command are providing oversight to the investigation. As this investigation is ongoing, it would be inappropriate to comment further."
The officer could face a charge of conduct endangering a person, 7 News understands.
