Wilful damage, Southbank

Police have released CCTV vision and images of a group of people who may be able to assist with an investigation into a wilful damage incident at the Southbank parklands on April 14.
Between 12.10am and 12.20am, three people approached the Commonwealth Games countdown clock.
The fibreglass surfboard clock was then set on fire and sustained moderate damage.
The trio then left the scene and walked in an easterly direction through the parklands towards the Lady Cilento Hospital.
At least two of the people are females, Caucasian in appearance, with one having pink hair and glasses.
Police believe another member of the group is a male, Aboriginal in appearance.
If anyone recognises the people in the CCTV and images, or knows of their whereabouts, then they are encouraged to contact Police.

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Dangerous operation of a vehicle, pursuit, UUMV – Toowoomba

Police are speaking with four people following a series of incidents that occurred in Toowoomba early this morning.
At around 3:10am, a station wagon, believed to be stolen, left a service station at Highfields without making an attempt to pay for fuel.
The driver then proceeded on to the New England Highway before police successfully deployed a tyre deflation device at the intersection of Ruthven Street and Lucene Street.
When approaching the intersection at Stenner Street, police terminated the pursuit due to heavy vehicles approaching.
The car continued driving a short distance before being located unoccupied at the intersection of Muller and Kratzman Streets.
The police dog squad was deployed and successfully located two men and two women, one of whom, a man, received a dog bite.
He was treated at the scene and transported to Toowoomba Base Hospital with a minor wound.
Investigations are continuing.
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Phone down, eyes up campaign for Logan

The Queensland Police Service has partnered with Logan City Council for the phone down, eyes up campaign aimed at reducing robbery offences in public spaces.
Alongside a proactive strategy which has included more patrols of public spaces the phone down, eyes up campaign will see advertisements placed in locations aimed at reminding potential victims to keep personal property concealed.
Detective Inspector Tod Reid said an analysis conducted by Griffith University had helped identify a group being targeted.
“The victims are mainly young men aged between 12-20 years old. Alongside our proactive strategy we are asking that they remain aware of their surroundings and keep your eyes up.”
“Be smart with mobile devices and always keep your personal safety in mind when out walking or catching public transport. Ensure you have set up a PIN code for your phone and download any apps that may help you locate your phone if it is stolen.”
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Wounding charge, Miami

Police have charged a woman following a wounding incident at Miami yesterday evening.
At about 10.25pm at an address on Miami Shore Parade, it is alleged a physical altercation occurred between two women who were known to each other.
During the incident, one of the women received a stab wound to her abdomen and arm.
The injured 43-year-old woman was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
A 50-year-old Miami woman is charged with one count of wounding and is due to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court today.
 
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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Burglary charges, Upper Coomera

Police have arrested and charged three juveniles following an alleged burglary and theft of a vehicle at Upper Coomera yesterday afternoon.
It is alleged that between 11am and 2pm, a number of persons have entered a house on Lysterfield Rise and removed a quantity of personal items including jewellery, mobile phones and cash.
It is alleged the offenders then stole a blue BMW sedan from the house and drove from the scene in the vehicle with the stolen property.
At about 7.12pm, police located the vehicle being driven in the Riverview area and successfully deployed a tyre deflation device. It is alleged the vehicle continued to drive throughout the Redbank Plains area eventually stopping in Bundamba.
Three juveniles from the vehicle were arrested and charged.
A 16-year-old girl from Dinmore, a 15-year-old boy from Brassall and a 15-year-old boy from North Booval have each been charged with one count each of burglary and commit indictable

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