Officers from Longreach Major and Organised Crime Squad (Rural) in conjunction with Longreach CIB have arrested and charged three people with 10 charges
On Monday, the three were detected driving a stolen vehicle in Longreach. Investigations revealed they had also allegedly stolen fuel from a number of locations, including a Winton service station.
MOCS (Rural) have also taken a moment to send a message to anyone thinking of taking advantage of flood affected property owners.
“Following the unprecedented flood events that have occurred throughout the north and north west of Queensland, the Major and Organised Crime Squad (Rural) will endeavour to assist producers in locating the owners of displaced stock.
“The pain and suffering being endured by the hardworking people in the these rural areas is devastating. The Queensland Police Service will be taking a very dim view on anyone who has a dishonest intention regarding dealing with displaced stock. Working with local police,
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