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Lucky escape following crash in grass fire – Kunwarara
Police have managed to rescue man and his dog in the nick of time before their minivan was engulfed by a grass fire burning at Kunwarara this morning.
Just before 11am officers were conducting patrols south of Marlborough when they spotted a large blaze burning at Grosvenor Park across Kunwarara Road.
As police directed traffic around the smoke they heard a loud crash within the haze after a minivan collided with the rear of a truck.
Both vehicles emerged from the smoke before the minivan lost control and veered off the road – just metres from where the fire burned out of control.
The minivan became stuck in the grass and officers moved quickly to help the 74-year-old male driver and his dog exit the vehicle.
Soon after the van was engulfed by the flames and completely destroyed.
Body worn vision of the incident also shows following the rescue a semi-trailer emerge from the smoke, moving
Vision: Armed Robbery – Crestmead
Police are investigating the armed robbery of a service station which occurred at Crestmead yesterday afternoon.
Around 1.45pm two men entered the Burnstead Road business, one armed with a knife.
The men threatened a 26-year-old female attendant and demanded money.
The attendant complied, and the men then fled the service station, leaving the scene in a stolen vehicle, which was being driven by a third man.
One man is described as 180cm tall with a slim build, heavily tanned, wearing a black shirt, long black shorts, black shoes and a dark face covering.
The second man is described as 180cm tall with a slim build, cream or beige shorts, dark shirt, white shoes with dark socks with a white face covering.
The stolen vehicle is a silver Ford Fiesta sedan, bearing Queensland registration 553YJC.
Police are appealing to any members of the public who may have been in the area at the time, or who may have
Update 2: Hit and run, Kingston
Police have released updated CCTV of a motorbike they believe to be linked to a hit and run in Kingston earlier this week involving a young boy.
Initial information led police to believe a red motorbike was involved, however ongoing investigations has identified a different motorbike which may be linked.
A 5-year-old boy and a 31-year-old woman were crossing Juers Street near Attunga Street shortly after 4.30pm on October 23 when a motorbike travelled through a red light and collided with the boy.
The boy sustained a minor head injury as well as fractures to his leg and ankle as a result of the collision.
He was transported to Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital in a stable condition.
The motorbike is now described as dark in colour.
Police are urging anyone who may recognise the motorbike shown in the vision to come forward.
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Update 2: Homicide investigation, Wangetti Beach
Police investigating the death of 24-year-old Woree woman Toyah Cordingley continue to appeal for public assistance.
Detective Inspector Sonia Smith, Crime Services Far North Police District, said police had received tremendous support from the community however investigators are renewing their appeal for information.
“This terrible crime has shocked and saddened the community and we’re seeing the result of this through the large number of reports from the public to both Policelink and Crime Stoppers.
“To date we’ve received over 240 Crime Stopper files, of which 50 are of interest to investigators.
“However, we still need more information and even if you think your information is vague, or insignificant, please pass it onto us, and we can assess it. Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from the smallest piece of information.”
Investigators are particularly interested in the following:
Anyone that has used the Wangetti carpark at the southern end over the past month or so;
If anyone has noticed
Appeal for witnesses, Wynnum West
Brisbane Forensic Crash Unit is appealing for anyone who may have seen a yellow Triumph Daytona motorcycle or a white Hyundai Getz hatchback prior to a crash on Tuesday, October 23.
The crash occurred at the intersection of Youngs Road and Kianawah Road, Wynnum West at approximately 6.20pm and resulted in both vehicles catching fire.
Prior to the collision, the Hyundai was travelling east on Youngs Road and the motorcycle was travelling north on Kianawah Road.
The rider of the motorcycle, a 32-year-old man from Wynnum West, was seriously injured in the crash.
The Hyundai driver, an 18-year-old woman, was injured, her 18-year-old male passenger was not injured.
Investigators are appealing for anyone who saw the motorcycle or car prior to the crash to contact them (details below).
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Cannabis production room located, Merrimac
This morning detectives from the Major and Organised Crime Squad located an elaborate hydroponic cannabis production room at a Merrimac residence.
Following information received from the public, police executed a search warrant at the Merrimac residence and located the room beneath the house.
During the search, police seized 28 cannabis plants and a large quantity of hydroponic equipment. Detectives also identified the offenders were allegedly stealing electricity to maintain the plants.
Police are conducting enquiries with a number of people in relation to this matter.
“The QPS recognises the importance of forming strong collaborative partnerships with the community to reduce the harm caused by dangerous drugs within our community.
“The community plays a significant role in the proactive detention of drug suppliers and we commend the local community for their ongoing support of the QPS and our work in keeping Queensland safe,” Detective Inspector Glen Donaldson of the Major and Organised Crime Squad said.
If you
Fatal traffic crash, Hatton Vale
Police are investigating a fatal traffic crash that occurred at Hatton Vale this morning.
At about 9am, two vehicles collided at the intersection of the Warrego Highway and Niemeyer Road.
An elderly female driver of one of the vehicles was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The male driver of the second vehicle was transported to Ipswich Hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
The two drivers were the sole occupants of the vehicles.
No one else was injured as a result of the crash.
Police are appealing to any members of the public who witnessed the incident or who have relevant dash-cam footage to contact police.
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
Sexual assault charge, Torquay
Police have charged a man with sexual assault following an alleged incident at a Torquay medical facility on October 4.
It is alleged at about 7.30pm, a woman was inappropriately touched by a man.
As a result of investigations, police arrested the man on October 25 and charged him with one count of sexual assault.
The man will appear in the Hervey Bay Magistrates court on November 15.
Police investigations continue with officers appealing for anyone who may have any information or experienced any inappropriate behaviour at medical facilities in Torquay or surrounding areas to contact them.
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: QP1801877462
Update: Armed robbery, Nambour
Police have released additional CCTV of the armed robbery of a drive through bottle shop in Nambour which occurred Saturday in a bid to identify the man suspected of being involved.
Around 5.30pm on October 13, a man approached the counter of the shop via the Short Street entrance and produced a large knife.
He demanded money and the 28-year-old female attendant complied before the man left the bottle shop on foot towards Short Street, with a sum of cash.
Officers believe the man depicted in the vision may be able to assist with investigations into the incident.
He is described as Caucasian with a pale complexion, clean shaven with dark sideburns.
The man was wearing a black shiny jacket, a black shirt and grey and green patterned long pants.
Anyone who may recognise the man in the vision or have further information is urged to contact police.
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