Update 3: Armed robbery, Mackay

Mackay detectives have charged a third man in relation to the alleged armed robbery of a Mackay hotel on June 12.
It is alleged that two men entered a Wood Street business around 9pm with one of the men approaching the bar and revealing a firearm inside a bag. A note was handed over and cash demanded.
The pair fled out the Gregory Street entrance with a sum of money. They were seen entering a dark coloured sedan.
Around 3.35pm on July 28 police observed a man hiding in a storm drain behind an address on Tropical Avenue in Andergrove.
The man allegedly fled from officers who pursued on foot.
A cordon of the area was established and a man was arrested on Peter Court a short time later.
A 24-year-old Bucasia man was charged with armed robbery in company and obstruct police and was due to appear in Mackay Magistrates Court today.

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Police officer suspended, State Crime Command

A male detective senior constable from the State Crime Command who was stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service and tasked to perform
non-operational duties, has now been suspended from duty.
The 44-year-old is the subject of an investigation regarding access of the QPrime computer system for a purpose unrelated to official duties, releasing information, failing to take reasonable action, failing to declare an association and untruthfulness.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when an officer faces serious allegations of misconduct. This does not mean the allegations against the officer have been substantiated.
Information about the Queensland Police Service Integrity framework can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/corporatedocs/reportsPublications/other/Documents/QPS-ESC-Integrity-Framework.pdf
Information about compliments and complaints can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/online/ComplimentsandComplaints.htm
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can

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Appeal for assistance to wilful damage incidents, Moorooka

Police investigating the wilful damage of at least three vehicles at Moorooka this morning are appealing for assistance to identifying those responsible as part of their enquiries.
Between 5am and 5.30am the occupants of the three vehicles were travelling inbound or north on Beaudesert Road near Hamilton Road near the service station when they were struck by a number of large objects.
As a result, the vehicles sustained significant damage to their front ends and windscreens.
One driver required treatment at hospital for minor injuries.
A man, described as being Caucasian and wearing a beanie, was seen to throw a number of objects around the time of the incident. He may have been in the middle of the median strip or on Beaudesert Road outside the school at the time.
Police are appealing for anyone who can identify the man or may have dashcam footage and was travelling on Beaudesert Road around the time of

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Man charged over drugs and weapons offences, Nerang

Police have charged a 36-year-old man after a large quantity of drugs and weapons were allegedly located in a stolen vehicle at Nerang in the early hours of yesterday morning.
It is alleged that around midnight, officers from the Rapid Action Patrol group intercepted a stolen vehicle on Hinkler Drive, when the male driver became violent.
It is further alleged that a struggle ensued, during which a Senior Constable was pushed to the ground causing a minor injury to his knee, before the man attempted to flee on foot.
A short foot-chase ensued, before officers took the man into custody.
It is alleged that a subsequent search of the stolen vehicle uncovered a firearm, two electronic conductive devices, a set of knuckle-dusters, several rounds of ammunition, methyl-amphetamine, a pipe and cash.
A 36-year-old man of no fixed address has now been charged with three counts of possessing a weapon, two counts of receiving tainted property

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Fatal traffic crash, Alligator Creek

Police are currently on scene investigating a fatal traffic crash which occurred at Alligator Creek this evening.
Preliminary inquiries suggest at 8.15pm, a vehicle was travelling along the Bruce Highway when it rolled near Tindall Court.
One man suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported under police escort to Townsville Hospital, however, he has since passed away.
The two other occupants of the vehicle, gender and age unknown, were transported to Townsville Hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries.
Motorists are being advised that the Bruce Highway is currently closed in both directions and is expected to remain so for the next few hours.
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per

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Update: Armed robbery, Varsity Lakes

Police have charged a boy following investigations into an alleged armed robbery in Varsity Lakes yesterday morning.
It will be alleged at 6.50am a teenage boy armed with a hammer, entered the Varsity Parade grocery store and threatened staff.
He allegedly stole a quantity of cigarettes before leaving the store on foot.
No-one was physically injured during the incident.
A 16-year-old Mudgeeraba boy has been charges with one count of armed robbery.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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Suspicious death, Wamuran

Detectives have charged a woman following the suspicious death of a man in Wamuran overnight.
Emergency services were called to an address on Newlands Road at around 7:00pm following reports a man had been struck by a car.
On arrival officers located a 56-year-old man deceased at the scene.
A 52-year-old woman, who was known to the man, was taken into custody and has subsequently been charged with one count each of manslaughter and high range drink driving (BAC 0.241%)
She is due to appear in the Caboolture Magistrates Court tomorrow.
 
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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