Detectives are seeking public assistance following a robbery incident at a Strathpine liquor store earlier this month.
Around 6.20pm on Monday, May 7, a man entered the Gympie Road business and walked to shelves located at the back where he stuffed several bottles of spirits into a large bag.
The man was confronted by an employee and another customer as he attempted to leave the store with the stolen alcohol.
A customer attempted to intervene and prevent the man from leaving and the pair become involved in a violent altercation. A member of the public was hit but uninjured.
The man then fled on foot with the stolen alcohol towards Station Street.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance and was last seen wearing a dark coloured cap, grey jumper, tan coloured shorts and was holding an umbrella.
As part of investigations to identify the man any members of the public who may have witnessed the
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Robbery appeal, Strathpine
Detectives are seeking public assistance following a robbery incident at a Strathpine liquor store earlier this month.
Around 6.20pm on Monday, May 7, a man entered the Gympie Road business and walked to shelves located at the back where he stuffed several bottles of spirits into a large bag.
The man was confronted by an employee and another customer as he attempted to leave the store with the stolen alcohol.
A customer attempted to intervene and prevent the man from leaving and the pair become involved in a violent altercation. A member of the public was hit but uninjured.
The man then fled on foot with the stolen alcohol towards Station Street.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance and was last seen wearing a dark coloured cap, grey jumper, tan coloured shorts and was holding an umbrella.
As part of investigations to identify the man any members of the public who may have witnessed the
Update: Attempted armed robbery, Bundaberg South
A man has been charged after a taxi driver was allegedly threatened at knifepoint in Bundaberg South overnight.
It will be alleged that at around 7.15pm a man entered a taxi at a shopping centre on Maryborough Street and requested to be transported to Goodwin Street before directing the driver to the intersection of Buss and Hunter streets.
The man then lent over the driver seat, allegedly produced a knife and demanded money.
The 43-year-old male taxi driver grabbed the knife and struggled with the man before disarming him.
The man then allegedly fled the scene on foot.
The taxi driver sustained a minor cut to the finger as a result of the incident.
Police this afternoon arrested a 23-year-old Agnes Water man and charged him with attempted robbery, using or threatening violence whilst armed.
He has also been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and fail to stop motor vehicle following an alleged incident
Road closures for the 2018 Blues on Broadbeach music festival, Broadbeach
Gold Coast police would like to remind motorists of upcoming road closures due to the 2018 Blues on Broadbeach music festival.
The event will be held over four days, from Thursday May 17 to Sunday May 20, with more than 150,000 spectators expected to attend this year’s event.
Police have been working with event organisers and stakeholders to ensure the music festival is conducted safely and with minimum disruption to traffic.
Motorists are advised that travelling anywhere near the Broadbeach CBD during this event may result in delays due to the diversions that will be in place.
Major Events Group Senior Sergeant Andrew Frick said police would be present during the four-day event.
“Officers will be out and about to ensure everyone is having a safe and enjoyable time and that there are only minimal disruptions to businesses and local residents,” Senior Sergeant Frick said.
“Police will also be monitoring and addressing any antisocial behaviour, particularly
Attempted armed robbery, Bundaberg South
Police have released images of a man who may be able to assist with inquiries after a taxi driver was threatened at knifepoint in Bundaberg South overnight.
At around 7.15pm a man entered a taxi at a shopping centre on Maryborough Street and requested to be transported to Goodwin Street.
Upon arriving at the destination the man directed the driver to circle around and stop on Buss Street near the intersection with Hunter Street.
The man then lent over the driver seat, produced a knife and demanded money.
The 43-year-old male taxi driver grabbed the knife and struggled with the man before disarming him.
The man then fled the scene on foot into the nearby drainage system.
The taxi driver sustained a minor cut to the finger as a result of the incident.
The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, around 20 to 30-years-old with short curly brown hair, a tattoo on the left side of
Stand down revoked, Central Region
A 32-year-old male senior constable from the Central Region stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service on 1 December 2017 has had his stand down action revoked and is returning to duty.
The officer was the subject of an investigation concerning firearms offences and was served with a Notice to Appear in the Bundaberg Magistrates Court for an offence against section 35 of the Weapons Act 1990.
Now that the matter has been dealt with by the Court with the 32-year-old receiving a good behaviour bond, all discipline matters have been finalised.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when internal investigations and associated disciplinary proceedings have been finalised.
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
Stand down revoked, Southern Region
A 38-year-old male constable from the Southern Region who was stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service on May 17, 2016 has had his stand down action revoked and is returning to duty.
The officer was the subject of an investigation concerning the unlawful access and disclosure of information.
The Crime and Corruption Commission served the officer with a notice to appear in the Ipswich Magistrates Court on June 7 to answer two charges – one count of improper disclosure of information, section 10.1 Police Service Administration Act 1990 and one count of misconduct in relation to public office, section 92A or alternatively computer hacking and misuse, section 408E of the Criminal Code.
The matter has been finalised by the Court with the 38-year-old fined $3,000 with no conviction recorded.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when
Online learning tool helps police engage LGBTI community
As part of the Queensland Police Service’s continuing commitment to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) community it has rolled out an Online Learning Product (OLP) to all officers in time for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
The learning tool helps officers by enhancing their understanding of:
Significant historical events that have impacted on the LGBTI community
Issues confronting the LGBTI community including discrimination, vilification, mental health and domestic and family violence
Legislation and QPS policy and guidelines specific to the LGBTI community
Effective communication and practical policing strategies to improve the delivery of a professional, non-discriminatory and accessible policing response
Internal and external support and referral service options for LGBTI clients.
While the training benefits all QPS members it has a particular focus for general duties officers, station client service officers and watch house staff who often engage with LGBTI persons during sensitive and vulnerable situations.
The QPS is committed to ensuring that, as
House fire, Capalaba
Police are investigating a house fire that occurred overnight at Capalaba.
Emergency services were called around 11.20pm following reports a house was on fire on Mount Cotton Road.
On arrival, the house was found engulfed in flames but emergency crews were able to extinguish the blaze.
The house, which was unoccupied, was extensively damaged as a result of the fire.
Specialist officers will attend the scene later today to determine the cause of the blaze.
Investigations into the cause of the continuing, but it is believed to be suspicious at this stage.
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.
Serious traffic crash, Stones Corner
Investigators are appealing for witnesses following a serious two vehicle traffic crash in Stones Corner this morning.
Preliminary investigations indicate that about 11.30am a four-wheel-drive was travelling east along Old Cleveland Road when it collided with a hatchback at the intersection with Montague Road.
A man aged in his 70s was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a serious condition.
Investigators are appealing for anyone who may have seen the crash or who may have dashcam vision from the area this morning to contact police.
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.