The photographs - obtained exclusively by WAtoday.com.au - show the men, bleary-eyed and barely conscious, inside a police cell in the remote town of Wiluna in the state's Goldfields.
One of the three men targeted by the officer is seen in such a state of poor health he appears to not even be aware he was being photographed. Under his photograph on the Facebook page was written the caption: "I wonder if anyone will notice my spray on tan?"
A friend and fellow officer even indicated that she "likes this" - a popular Facebook feature.Police Commissioner Karl O'Callaghan yesterday said Senior Constable Trenouth had been stood down from active duty pending the outcome of an internal investigation.
Senior Constable John Trenouth
"I will not tolerate racist behaviours or statements by members of the police and I will act decisively against anyone who is found acting in a racist manner," he said.
"Significant cultural awareness and EO training is mandatory for police officers and staff and must be repeated regularly throughout their careers.
"WA Police is an organisation that places high importance on acceptance and understanding of cultural and social diversity."
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