Police are investigating a robbery incident involving the theft two vehicles which occurred at Labrador this afternoon.
At about 1:10pm, a man has entered a residence on Brown Street through an open garage door and removed the keys to one vehicle as well as a mobile phone and other personal belongings before threatening a 72-year-old man and demanding the keys to another vehicle.
A second man, who remained in the garage, has fled the scene in one of the vehicles while the other man fled in the second vehicle.
No one was injured during the incident.
One of the men, believed to be in his late thirties, is described as Caucasian with a tanned complexion, around 185cms with a solid build, and brown hair. The man was last seen wearing no shirt with a large tattoo on his chest.
A second man, also believed to be in his late thirties, is described as Caucasian and
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Attempted murder charges, Taringa
A man was charged yesterday following investigations into an alleged stabbing that occurred in Taringa on May 1.
Officers were called to an address on Todd Street around 6.30am and it will be alleged that a man forced his way into the home and during a physical altercation, a 20-year-old was stabbed several times in the neck, hands and upper body.
A woman and two children who were at the residence at the time didn’t suffer any physical injuries.
It is further alleged that the man fled the scene and was located and arrested by police yesterday around 1.30pm.
A 34-year-old man has been charged with one count each of attempted murder, enter dwelling with intent, possession of a knife, unlawful possession of a weapon and two counts of serious assault of police.
He is due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or
Serious assault, Pioneer
Two men are in custody following a serious assault that occurred earlier this morning in Pioneer.
Officers were called to an address on Joyce Street in Pioneer at 1.30am following reports that a man had been assaulted.
On arrival, a 34-year-old man was located unconscious at the address and he has is expected to be flown to Townsville for treatment of serious head injuries.
Police located two men a short time later and they have been taken into custody.
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.
Violent robbery, Inala
Police are investigating a violent robbery incident that occurred at Inala yesterday evening.
At about 11.30pm, a man attended a house in Japonica Street and turned off the power.
When the male occupant of the dwelling went outside to investigate, the man assaulted the occupant by hitting him on the head with a hammer.
The man fled the scene with a quantity of personal items stolen from the scene.
The injured man was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment of head injuries.
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.
Fatal traffic crash, Fernvale
Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal traffic crash that occurred at Fernvale yesterday afternoon.
At about 5:27pm, a vehicle travelling on the Brisbane Valley Highway collided with another vehicle resulting in a head-on collision.
The 51-year-old female driver and sole occupant of a vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the other vehicle was treated at the scene by emergency services and transported to Ipswich Hospital with minor injuries.
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 day.
Public appeal following trespassing, break-ins and thefts, Amamoor Creek
Police are appealing for public assistance following a number of break-ins and stealing incidents from rural properties in Amamoor Creek over three months this year.
Initial investigations indicate the three properties were targeted between Thursday, March 29 and Thursday, May 3 resulting in thousands of dollars’ worth of power tools, equipment and machinery stolen from dwellings and sheds.
Property stolen includes chainsaws, leaf blowers, all-terrain vehicle (ATV), water pumps, generators and solar equipment.
It is believed the thieves are using bolt cutters or a similar type of tool to cut through locks to gain entry to the properties during both day and night.
Investigations are continuing with the review of CCTV footage, suspect vehicles and the sighting of two people seen trespassing on the properties during this time.
One of the thieves is described as wearing a green balaclava while the other person’s face is covered by white material, similar to a stocking.
Police with the
Revocation of stand down – People Capability Command
A 54-year-old male sergeant from the People Capability Command who was stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service on April 7, 2016 will now return to operational duties following the revocation of the stand down.
The officer was the subject of internal discipline proceedings following the finalisation of a drink driving charge before a Magistrates Court.
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
QPS take on Darkness to Daylight Challenge
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is committed to working with the community to raise awareness and prevent domestic and family violence.
This year, during Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month, QPS members will be participating in the Darkness to Daylight Challenge, May 23-24.
The Darkness to Daylight Challenge is an initiative of Australia’s CEO Challenge that raises awareness and funds for programs to promote awareness and prevent domestic and family violence.
The Challenge consists of an overnight 110km run, with each kilometre symbolising a life lost to domestic and family violence. This can be done as an individual, or as part of a team.
Runners also have the opportunity to participate by joining the final 10km or 3km the following morning at their own pace.
Additionally, for those outside Brisbane, there is a ‘virtual’ option to complete the 110ks in 24 days, by running, walking and jogging.
The QPS is encouraging members of the public to
Man charged with 97 child sex offences, Wandoan
Detectives from the Roma Child Protection Investigation Unit have charged a man with 97 online child sex offences following a two-month investigation.
Police executed a search warrant at the 31-year-old man’s residence on March 8 where they seized a number of devices allegedly containing child exploitation material.
Forensic analysis has since been conducted on the devices and identified numerous alleged online offences.
The investigation also uncovered information relating to a number of alleged online sex offenders located in the United States and further intelligence submissions have been made to the relevant authorities.
The 97 charges include more than 70 counts of grooming a child under 16 with intent to expose to indecent matter, 15 counts of using a carriage service to solicit child pornography material as well as five counts of possessing child exploitation material and one count of using the internet to procure children under 16 years.
He is due to appear in Ipswich
Serious traffic crash, Wongawallan
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious traffic crash at Wongwallan this evening involving a truck and two cars.
Preliminary investigations indicate the truck was travelling along Tambourine-Oxenford Road around 5.30pm when it collided with two passing vehicles, pushing one of them off the road.
The truck, which was towing an excavator, then flipped onto its roof.
The driver of the truck, a man aged in his 20s, was transported to hospital with critical injuries.
The occupants of the two other vehicles involved were not seriously injured.
Tambourine-Oxenford Road remains closed at the intersection of Elevation Drive following the crash.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have dash cam vision of a white Isuzu truck with an excavator on a trailer travelling along Tambourine-Oxenford Road prior to the incident to come forward.
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.