Police officer suspended, Northern Region

A constable from the Northern Region has been suspended from the Queensland Police Service.
The officer is subject of an investigation in relation to sexual misconduct, domestic violence and negative workplace behaviour.
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 that 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 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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Arson of a car, Capalaba

Detectives are investigating a vehicle that was located abandoned and burned on School Road, Capalaba, November 8.
Around midnight, police and emergency services were called to attend for a white Hilux utility that was well alight.
Police would like to speak with anyone who may have dash-cam footage of the area at the time or who may have witnessed any suspicious behaviour is urged to contact police.
Investigations are continuing.

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.
Quote this reference number: QP1802079869

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Serious assault, Rockhampton

An 18-year-old man has been charged following investigation of an incident in Mackay Street yesterday.
Police will allege the two men, who were known to each other, were in a violent altercation resulting in the 22-year-old victim being struck in the head with an improvised baton.
The 22-year-old man received serious head injuries and was transported to the Royal Brisbane Hospital for treatment.
The 18-year-old man was charged with one count of assault, grievous bodily harm, and is due to appear in the Rockhampton 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.
Quote this reference number: QP1802103161

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Quick thinking Sunshine Coast cop delivers baby on Bruce Highway

A remarkable early morning emergency saw Queensland police officer Senior Constable Christine Fox help deliver a baby girl on the side of the Bruce Highway at Tanawha last week.
This morning Senior Constable Fox was reunited with newborn baby Ayla as well as the two Queensland Ambulance Service paramedics who attended the scene to assist and treat brave mum Aimee.
Just after 1am on Monday, November 5 Senior Constable Fox was supervising road works being carried out on the Bruce Highway when she noticed a vehicle pulled off to the side of the road.
As she went over to investigate she discovered Luke, Aimee’s husband, looking visibly concerned and distressed.
“At first I was worried someone had been badly hurt, then I saw Aimee standing next to the car in labor and the baby was already crowning,” Senior Constable Fox said.
“I grabbed a towel from the car and let the Triple operator guide us

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Update – Serious traffic crash, Springwood

Forensic Crash Unit investigators have released vision as part of an appeal to the community for information following a serious traffic crash at Springwood last week.
On Wednesday, November 7 around 4.50pm, a 55-year-old man was riding a 2012 blue Harley Davidson motorcycle along the Logan Road on-ramp, towards the southbound lanes of the Pacific Motorway, when a 2004 blue Honda Accord sedan has collided with the motorcycle.
Investigations suggest the driver stopped temporarily and had a brief conversation with a second motorcyclist, who witnessed the crash and also stopped at the scene, before both parties left.
As part of an appeal, police have released vision of the incident and the second motorcyclist, as they continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
Police are appealing to that motorcyclist – or anyone else who witnessed the crash and has not yet contacted them – to do so.
Anyone who may have dash-camera footage relating to

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Unlawful use of the motor vehicle charges, Mackay

Mackay police have charged a man and two teenage boys following their investigations into a number of property related offences in Mackay over the past few weeks.
Police will allege the group were responsible for committing a number of property related offences across the Mackay district including the theft of a number of motor vehicles from private residences in Mount Pleasant, West Mackay and Marian between November 4 and November 9.
It will be further alleged that the group then used the vehicles to ram into several local businesses in Andergrove and Mount Pleasant on November 5.
Police have recovered five vehicles that were alleged to have been stolen by the group.
An 18-year-old South Mackay man was charged with one count each of unlawful use of a motor vehicle, enter premises and commit indictable offence, contravene direction and possession of suspected stolen property.  He is scheduled to appear in the Mackay Magistrates Court

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Awards ceremony recognises Moreton District officers and staff

Attorney General and Minister for Justice and State Member for Redcliffe, the Honorable Yvette D’Ath and Assistant Commissioner Mike Condon congratulated officers and staff from the Moreton District who received medals, certificates and awards at a ceremony on Friday, November 9.
The ceremony saw 54 officers and staff members recognised for their outstanding commitment to serve the Queensland community.
Ms Susan Lamb, Federal Member for Longman presented the National Police Service Medal (NPSM) to six officers. This award recognises 15 years of diligent service by members of Australian police forces, defence forces, and members of the ambulance and fire services.
Assistant Commissioner Mike Condon and Mr Stuart Forte
Mr Stuart Forte accepted the NPSM and the Commissioner’s Certificate of Service on behalf of his late father, former Senior Constable John Forte. This was a significant part of the ceremony, given that Stuart’s son, Senior Constable Brett Forte was killed in the line of duty

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Police officer stood down, Ethical Standards Command

A 41-year-old detective sergeant from the Ethical Standards Command has been stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service and will be tasked to perform non-operational duties.
The officer is the subject of an investigation into allegations of committing domestic violence.
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 that the allegations against the officer have been substantiated.
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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Wounding, Burleigh Waters

Police are investigating the alleged stabbing of a man at Burleigh Waters overnight.
Preliminary information indicates that two men – who were known to each other – were at a residence on Harrier Drive, when an altercation occurred around 12.30am.
During the altercation, a 55-year-old man sustained a deep laceration to the back of his leg and a 59-year-old man sustained facial injuries.
The 55-year-old man was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he underwent surgery and remains in stable condition.
The 59-year-old man was transported to Robina Hospital in a stable condition.
Investigations continue.
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.
Quote this reference number: QP1802108390

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Grievous bodily harm, Crestmead

Detectives have charged a man following an alleged serious assault in Crestmead early yesterday morning which has left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Around 6.30am, a 21-year-old man attended a Satinwood Street address where it will be alleged he assaulted a 19-year-old man with a metal vase.
The victim sustained serious injuries to the face and head as a result of the alleged attack.
It will then be alleged the man assaulted a woman also inside the residence at the time before damaging the victim’s vehicle and mobile phone.
The victim was taken to the Princess Alexandra Hospital where he remains in a critical but stable condition.
A crime scene was established with detectives expected to return to the residence this morning as part of their investigations.
A 21-year-old Waterford West man has been charged with one count each of grievous bodily harm, assault occasioning bodily harm and two counts of wilful damage.
He is expected to

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