Category: Latest Queensland Police News

Police are investigating the serious assault of a woman in Windsor last night.
Just before 10pm, the 19-year-old woman was walking from the train station.
When on Bonython Street, she was approached from behind by a man, who placed his forearm over her face.
The woman screamed and made attempts to escape when the man wounded her hip with an unknown object before he pushed her to the ground.
The man then ran off towards Hadfield Street.
The woman sustained wounds to her hip, a swollen forearm and bruised knee during the incident and was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital for treatment.
The man and woman are not known to each other.
Anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area or who may have seen the man running from the area is asked to contact police.

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A 48-year-old senior constable from Southern Region has been stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service and has been tasked to perform non-operational duties.
The officer is subject of an investigation regarding domestic violence whilst off duty.
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 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

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Toowoomba detectives have charged a man after an emergency declaration was put in place at Centenary Heights this morning.
Around 8am police established an exclusion zone around a Hunter Street house, after reports the man may have been armed.
The man was taken into custody just before 11am and no gun was located.
A search of the premises allegedly resulted in ammunition being located in the roof cavity.
Police will allege a quantity of drugs (methylamphetamine) and drug utensils were also found along with a set of keys which belonged to a stolen vehicle.
A 31-year-old Cottswold Hills man has been charged with one count each of obstruct police officer, possess explosives (ammunition), stealing, receiving tainted property, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, wilful damage, possess utensils along with two counts each of possessing dangerous drugs and breach of bail condition.
He is expected to face the Toowoomba Magistrates Court tomorrow (February 15).

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Forensic Crash Unit officers are investigating a fatal two-vehicle traffic crash at Hay Point today.
Initial investigations indicate just after midday a car was travelling west on Hay Point Road when it collided with a small truck travelling in the opposite direction.
The driver of the car, a 40-year-old local woman, died at the scene.
A one-year-old child, who was a passenger in the car, has been transported to the Mackay Base Hospital with serious head injuries.
The driver of the Isuzu light truck, a local man in his 50s, was also transported to the Mackay Base Hospital with serious injuries.
Investigations are continuing.

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Today, Commissioner Katarina Carroll joined Acting Chief Operating Officer Mr Doug Smith and members of the executive leadership team for the first Police Headquarters (PHQ) awards ceremony of the year and to congratulate employees of the Queensland Police Service (QPS) for their dedicated contributions to their roles within the Service.
Today’s ceremony saw over 20 officers and staff members recognised for their contribution in stopping crime and road trauma, making the community safer and building strong relationships across the community.
Commissioner Carroll said all of today’s recipients should be very proud of their achievements and thanked all of the officers and staff members on behalf of the entire QPS.

“As members of the QPS we are expected to meet the highest ethical standards and today’s award ceremony is an opportunity to acknowledge our members who have displayed those attributes,” Commissioner Carroll said.
“Each recipient should be very proud of their achievements today. You have

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Detectives have charged a man following investigations into a shooting at Surfers Paradise last year.
Officers were called to a hotel complex on the corner of Cavill Avenue and the Gold Coast Highway shortly before 11pm on June 15 following reports a man had been shot.
The 18-year-old man was standing on the balcony of a unit when a suspected firearm was discharged from a neighbouring unit, striking the man in his left upper arm.
Today, detectives issued a 27-year-old man with a Notice to Appear on a charge of acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm.
He is expected to face Southport Magistrates Court on March 26.

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

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The emergency situation in Centenary Heights has been revoked.
A man has been surrendered to police without incident and is assisting officers with their inquires.
An exclusion zone was declared in Centenary Heights at 6.55am and was revoked at 10.37am.
Police thank the public for their assistance.

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Police have declared an emergency situation in Centenary Heights under the provisions of the Public Safety Preservation Act.
Officers responded to an address on Hunter Street at 6.55am following reports of located stolen vehicle and possibly armed man.
Officers established an exclusion zone at 8.03am encompassing Hunter Street, Jackson Street, South Street and Jewell Street. (pictured).
Specialist police are on the scene and members of the public inside the exclusion are urged to stay inside.
Members of the public are asked to avoid the area.
There is no further information available at this time.

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Ahhh, Valentine’s Day, a chance for some to express their love for one another, while the rest of us expand our online dating app radius from 50 kilometres to 150 kilometres.
While some may see February 14 as the most romantic day of the year, scammers see it as an opportunity to take advantage of those looking for love.
To help you avoid the pain of a broken heart and a skimmed bank account, we have pulled together a list of the types of scammers to watch out for this V-Day, and some tips on how you can avoid getting caught in a bad romance (Ra-ra-ah-ah-ah Roma-roma-ma Gaga, ooh la-la).

Who to watch out for:
The spammer scammer

Identity harvesting is the most popular scam for this period; beware of Valentine’s Day e-cards that appear in your email inbox. If opened, they may download malicious software on your device. Scammers can use the harvested information

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A man has been charged following investigations into an armed robbery in East Brisbane last night.
At 7.40pm, a man entered a service station on Stanley Street, allegedly armed with a knife and demanded money.
The attendant complied with the demand and the man then left the store with a sum of cash and goods from the business.
Officers later attended an East Brisbane address where they took a man into custody.
Police will further allege the man became aggressive while being transported to the watchhouse.
A 26-year-old East Brisbane man has been charged with one count each of armed robbery, enter premise with intent, serious assault police and assault police.
He is scheduled to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today.

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