- Published:
- Thursday 15 January 2026 at 9:00 am
In accordance with section 104Y of the Corrections Act 1986 notice is given that an award of damages has been made to former prisoner Troy Simmons in a claim against the State of Victoria. The award money, excluding legal and medical expenses, has been paid into the Prisoner Compensation Quarantine Fund, where it will be held for an initial period of 12 months from 15 January 2026.
Creditors and victims in relation to criminal acts of Troy Simmons are invited to seek further information from the Secretary to the Department of Justice and Community Safety. To do so, please contact the Victims Register Operations Manager, at Victim Services, Support and Reform on 1800 819 817.
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