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October

Monday, 31

Operation Safe Ride results A two-day traffic operation conducted in the Mount Nebo and Mount Glorious areas over the weekend has led to more than 50 traffic infringement notices being issued to motorists.

Clandestine Laboratory Community Awareness Project The Queensland Police Service has launched a project which gives neighbourhoods tips to identify and report the volatile and potentially explosive illegal clandestine laboratories operating across the state.

Police Appeal For Information on Serious Assault at Surfers Paradise Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious assault on an 18-year-old man at Surfers Paradise on Friday night, 28 October 2005, that has left him in a serious condition in the Gold Coast Hospital.

Drug Arrest Gold Coast A 39-year-old Surfers Paradise man will face Southport Magistrates Court today charged in relation to the alleged discovery of drugs and firearms in a Surfers Paradise unit on Saturday, 29 October 2005.

Graffitti Arrests - Beenleigh Two men will face the Beenleigh Magistrates Court charged in relation to a large number of graffiti offences that have been allegedly committed throughout the Beenleigh Central Business District.

Break and enter, Paddington Police are investigating a break and enter at True Value Hardware on Latrobe Terrace, Paddington this morning.

Missing teenager located – Coolum

Fatal road smash - Eidsvold Police will await the outcome of forensic tests to positively confirm the identity of a motorist killed in a single vehicle accident on the Burnett Highway at Eidsvold at about 2:20 pm yesterday.

Doorknock for missing teenager – Coolum - Woman shot – Mount Garnet - Assault charges – South Bank Parklands Doorknock for missing teenager – Coolum: Police are still attempting to locate a 15-year-old boy who went missing at about 3:15pm yesterday on his way home from work at a McDonalds Restaurant in Coolum. They will carry out an extensive doorknock this morning from 6:00am seeking witnesses along a two kilometer route normally taken by the missing youth. Matthew William Cross was last seen walking west on Elizabeth Street near the intersection with Perry Street. He is described as 178cm tall, of medium build with a fair complexion and blond hair dyed brown. He was last seen wearing a beige t-shirt top over his McDonald’s work uniform. Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Sunday, 30

Woman shot – Atherton

Grandfather and babies located at Sunnybank A 68-year-old man and two 17-month-old babies have been located at Sunnybank after being reported missing from Robertson earlier today.

Search mounts for missing grandfather and babies Police are growing concerned for the welfare of a 68-year-old man who took his twin 17-month old grandchildren for a walk this morning and have not been seen since.

Caboolture armed robbery arrest Two men will appear in court charged with an armed robbery in the Pumicestone Road State Forest yesterday.

Police tackle motorcycle accidents Police from the Brisbane West District Traffic Branch will be out in force today for the last day of a two-day operation to both enforce and educate on road safety.

Fatal rail crossing crash – Toowoomba - Intruder assault in home – Lawnton Fatal rail crossing crash – Toowoomba: The police accident investigation squad has attended a fatal car crash at a railway crossing on the Toowoomba-Carrara Road, Finnie overnight. Police were alerted by a motorist that a car had collided with a train at the crossing at about 11:25pm. Emergency services confirmed that the vehicle’s only occupant, a 38-year-old Toowoomba man had been killed. Reports from witnesses say that red flashing lights at the crossing were operating at the time.

Fatal rail crossing crash – Toowoomba

Saturday, 29

Man arrested for Gold Coast sexual assaults A Victorian man will appear in court charged with sexual assaults and impersonating a police officer following an incident at a Surfers Paradise hotel this morning.

Gold Coast girl found Gold Coast girl Patrizia La Macchia has been located safe and well on the Gold Coast.

Concerns for missing Gold Coast girl Police are concerned for the welfare of a 12-year-old girl reported missing yesterday from the Southport.

Lane closures, Ipswich Mwy and Toowoomba Range Police advise a large boat is being lifted by a crane out of a business on Kerwick Street, Redbank Plains about 8.30am today. Traffic on the Ipswich Motorway will be affected as the motorway may need to be temporarily closed.

Three charged over robbery – Cannon Hill - Overdue students located – Binna Burra - Robbery with violence, Mackay - Hit and run, Moorooka - Armed robbery arrest, Lutwyche Three charged over robbery – Cannon Hill: Police have charged three males, aged 14, 15 and 16 years with robbery with violence and assault occasioning bodily harm following an incident at Corporate Drive, Cannon Hill at about 6:00 pm yesterday. It’s alleged they approached three other males, two aged 16 and one 17, assaulting them and robbing them of cash and a mobile phone. One victim was transported to the Mater Private Hospital for treatment of minor injuries to his face and ribs. Police located three suspects at the Cannon Hill railway station. The charged juveniles were taken to a youth detention centre pending court appearances.

Friday, 28

Fatal traffic incident, Haigslea Police are investigating a fatal traffic incident at Haigslea this morning that claimed the life a 20-year-old man.

Two arrested after pursuit, Gold Coast Two men are being interviewed in relation to the attempted theft of a motor vehicle and subsequent pursuit on the Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach this morning.

Appeal for witnesses, Woollongabba fatal Police are appealing to witnesses who may be able to assist with investigations into a traffic accident that claimed the life of a 29-year-old motorcycle rider at Woolloongabba yesterday morning.

Girl rescued after bridge fall - Brisbane - House fire – Logan Reserve - Missing youth located – Brisbane - Armed robbery - Banyo - Armed robbery - Moorooka Girl rescued after bridge fall - Brisbane: A 15-year-old girl has escaped serious injury after falling from the Goodwill Bridge, Brisbane shortly after 10:30 last night. It’s believed the girl was sitting on a railing with a friend when she fell backwards, landing on a concrete island supporting one of the bridge pylons. Water Police attended along with the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service who winched the girl in a stretcher back onto the bridge where she was treated by ambulance paramedics. She was transported to the Mater Children’s Hospital for treatment of a suspected fractured jaw and rib injuries.

Police suspect two men behind crime spree - Darra Police investigating a series of bag snatches and assault and robberies in Brisbane’s inner West believe they may have been committed by two offenders working together. In the most recent incident, on October 19 about 8:00pm, a 38-year-old woman had her bag snatched from her shoulder as she was standing behind her vehicle at the Lake Centre car park on Forest Lake Boulevard. The offender, described as being of Islander appearance, ran to a white utility containing a second person. A day earlier, October 18, about 7:00 pm a 56-year-old woman had her bag snatched from a trolley she was pushing through the Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre car park. The offender left in a white Holden Rodeo utility being driven by a second person. About 6:45pm a 33-year-old woman had a purse snatched from her hand as she was loading groceries into her car at the Monier Shopping Complex, Monier Road at Darra. The offender fled in a white Holden Rodeo dual cab being driven by a Caucasian male. Shortly before that on the same day, a 26-year-old restaurant worker was bashed and robbed in a toilet block behind a Vietnamese restaurant in Darra. He described his attacker as being of Islander appearance and of solid build. There have been two other similar attacks in the area – on October 13, a 47-year-old woman was punched to the ground and had her handbag stolen in an alleyway at Darra. On October 14, a 36-year-old chef was punched to the ground and repeatedly bashed by an assailant in a toilet block on Station Road, Darra.

Security footage available, Dutton Park indecent assault Police have released footage which may assist them with inquiries into an indecent assault that occurred at Dutton Park last Saturday morning, October 22.

Thursday, 27

Service station robbery - Booval Ipswich police are investigating a robbery with violence which occurred at the United Fuels service station on Brisbane Road, Booval at about 1:00 am today.

No abduction attempt in Cooroy Police on the Sunshine Coast have found the incident at Cooroy yesterday was not an attempted abduction.

Fatal traffic incident, Woolloongabba Police are investigating a fatal traffic incident at Woolloongabba this morning that claimed the life a 29-year-old man.

Robbery with violence, Booval - Robbery, Ashgrove - Robbery, Redbank Plains - Body located, Indonesian waters - Non-suspicious fire, Townsville Robbery with violence, Booval: Police at Ipswich are still seeking an offender who robbed an attendant at the United Fuels service station, Brisbane Road early this morning. The attendant told police he left the office for a short while and was grabbed by a male offender as he returned at about 1:00am. He was forced to hand over a quantity of cash and cigarettes. Two security guards at a nearby car yard witnessed the incident and detained a 16-year-old youth who is now being questioned by police. A second offender who fled the scene is still being sought.

Wednesday, 26

Horse killed, man suffers head injuries A man suffered neck and head injuries after the vehicle he was driving and a horse collided on the Warrego Highway at Charleton last night.

Arrests, Gold Coast Two men aged 22 and 62 were arrested today on the Gold Coast for the murder of a New South Wales man.

Robbery, Ashgrove Police are investigating an armed robbery at the National Australia Bank on Waterworks Road, Ashgrove this afternoon.

Body located in Indonesian waters The body of an unidentified female possibly from the Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) vessel missing off Torres Strait since October 14 has been located in Indonesian waters.

Attempted abduction, Cooroy Police are investigating a complaint made by an 11-year-old girl that a man attempted to entice her into a car as she was walking to school this morning at 8.15am.

Missing person, Withcott Police are seeking public assistance to help locate Andrew John Mitchell, 16, from Withcott.

Stabbing incident - Gold Coast Police are investigating the alleged stabbing of a 39-year-old man at a house at Pacific Pines this morning, Wednesday 26 October 2005.

House destroyed by fire, Bellenden Ker - Break and enter, Bracken Ridge High School - Car kills horse, Charlton House destroyed by fire, Bellenden Ker: A timber house on the Bruce Highway at Belleden Ker has been completely destroyed by fire overnight. About 5.30pm Queensland Fire and Rescue Service officers were called to extinguish the fire. The house was being renovated at the time. No-one was injured in the blaze. Police believe the fire was not deliberately lit. Scientific officers are investigating the cause of the fire.

Tuesday, 25

Attempted abduction reported, Strathpine Police are investigating a complaint made by a 10-year-old boy that two men attempted to entice him into a car as he was walking home from school yesterday.

Tribute to police officer killed in accident The Police Commissioner, Bob Atkinson, has paid tribute to police officer, Senior Constable Malcolm James Mackenzie who was killed in a double fatality traffic accident near Rockhampton last night while on his way to work.

Thieves steal safe from Valley café Two people forced their way into a Fortitude Valley coffee shop in the early hours of Monday morning and made off with a safe containing a significant amount of cash.

Train derailment, Mackay A train pulling empty sugar cane bins has been derailed one kilometre north of Sarina about 11am today.

Attempted abduction, Strathpine - Truck driver witness sought for armed robbery, Bardon - Armed robbery, Ashmore - Death, Bundaberg - Fatal traffic accident, Rockhampton - Dangerous driving charges, Helensvale - Sexual assault charges, Charleville - Heavy vehicle off Toowoomba Range Attempted abduction, Strathpine: Police are investigating a complaint made by a 10-year-old boy that two men attempted to entice him into a car as he was walking home from school yesterday afternoon. The boy has told police he was walking along Bells Pocket Road about 3:00pm when a vehicle similar to a 90’s model Nissan Navara dual cab utility pulled up beside him. He said a male passenger told him to get in the car saying his mother had rung them and told them to pick him up. The boy has refused and the vehicle has driven off. He described the passenger as being in his early 30’s with tanned skin, dark brown shaved short hair and a goatee. The driver was described as being of Caucasian appearance also in his early 30’s with short-cropped blond hair and fair complexion. He said the vehicle was cream-coloured with electrical cable and a tool box in the tray.

Double fatal traffic accident, Rockhampton A 43-year-old North Rockhampton police officer has died when his Mazda sedan collided with a Pajero 4WD on Rockhampton Yeppoon Road last night.

Monday, 24

Police to launch statewide firearms audit Queensland Police say responsible gun owners will welcome a statewide audit of licensed firearm holders to ensure they’re meeting their requirements to safely store their weapons.

Gold Coast Indy arrests Police monitoring this year’s Gold Coast Indy say crowds were well behaved again this year with approximately 160 arrests recorded over the four day event.

Armed robbery, Browns Plains - Serious traffic accident, Bowen - Stolen trailer, Darra - Unlawful wounding charge, Seven Hills - Sexual assault arrest, Coopers Plains - Assault, Forest Lake Armed robbery, Browns Plains: Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Civic Video store on Wembley Road, Browns Plains overnight. About 7.40pm two men wearing balaclavas and armed with a knife demanded money and cigarettes from the attendant. The men left the store with a small sum of money and cigarettes. One of the men was described as being of Caucasian appearance, 17 to 20 years of age, 180cm tall, with a slim build and was wearing long black pants, a beige collared t-shirt, black balaclava and was carrying a knife. The second man was described as being of Caucasian appearance, 14 to 16 years of age, with a slim build and blond hair. He was wearing a red polo shirt with black and white racing checks on the collar, black knee-length shorts, and a light blue balaclava and was carrying a tyre lever.

Sunday, 23

Armed robbery, Milton Serious assault, Indy

Armed robbery, Milton A man armed with a pocket knife held up a video shop in Milton a short time ago.

Arrest numbers low at Indy As Indy draws to a close, police are commending Gold Coast residents and visitors for making it such a great family event.

Suspicious deaths, Blackall - Child struck, Woodford - Suspicious house fire, Bracken Ridge - Suspicious house fire, Mango Hill - Street disturbance, Edward Street, the City - Assault charges, Mermiad Beach - Truck rollover , Cunningham's Gap - Deprivation of liberty charges, Mackay - Arson charges, MacGregor State High School Suspicious deaths, Blackall: Police are continuing to investogate the deaths of a 53-year-old woman and a 56-year-old man about 10 kilometers north of Blackall yesterday afternoon. About 3;30pm police located a vehicle containing the bodies of a man and a woman which had been parked in a local council gravel pit.

Lethal arsenal uncovered in Far North Queensland Queensland Police have uncovered an arsenal of firearms and ammunition following raids at a number of Far North Queensland addresses.

Media conference – Arsenal located, Innisfail A media conference will be conducted today in relation to an arsenal of ammunition and firearms uncovered at an address in Innisfail recently.

Saturday, 22

Serious assault, Dutton Park Police are investigating an incident in which a woman was forced to the ground and indecently assaulted in Dutton Park this morning.

Suspicious deaths, Blackall Police are investigating the suspicious deaths of two people near Blackall this afternoon.

Woman reunited with her family A Polish woman has been reunited with her family after becoming disorientated at Indy today.

Dangerous balcony behaviour at Indy Police are cautioning people against overcrowding and dangerous behaviour taking place on balconies within the Indy precinct.

Attempted robbery, Ashmore Police are investigating an incident in which two men reportedly dressed in women’s clothing attempted to rob a jewellery store at Ashmore this morning.

Wacol absconder located in Sydney Police have been advised that Wacol absconder Paul James Ridings has been located in Sydney.

Media opportunity – Indy Joint Emergency Services Media are invited to speak with representatives of the Joint Emergency Services operation at Indy 2005.

Public praised at Indy Police are commending Gold Coast residents and visitors for their behaviour and cooperation during the Indy events on Friday.

Armed robbery, Belmont - Pedestrian struck by a car, Brisbane - Unlawful use of a motor vehicle charges, Toowoomba Armed robbery, Belmont: Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Coles Express on London Road, Belmont earlier this morning. About 3.30am two men wearing balaclavas armed with a shotgun, crow bar and an axe held up the service station. One man was described as being of Caucasian appearance, 180cm tall, slim build, armed with a shotgun and an axe. He was wearing jeans, a blue jumper, and balaclava and was carrying a bag. The second man was described as being of Caucasian appearance, 180cm tall, slim build, wearing a balaclava and carrying a crow bar. The men were last seen walking along London Road.

Friday, 21

Man charged for armed robbery, Nundah Police have charged a 27-year-old man in relation to the armed robbery of the Norths Devils Leagues Club at Nundah on 17 October.

Fatal accident, Black Swamp Creek A 67-year-old man has died in a two vehicle accident on Maryborough Urangan Road at Black Swamp Creek near Hervey Bay.

Think about your safety at Indy With the 2005 Lexmark Indy 300 in full swing this weekend, police are urging people to be mindful of their personal safety.

Search for missing vessel called off, Torres Strait The search in the Torres Strait for a missing Immigration Department vessel carrying five people was called off at 3.00pm today. The six-metre aluminum vessel was on its way from Saibai Island to Badu Island on Friday, October 14 when it became lost in thick fog. The vessel’s EPIRB was activated and contact was made via a satellite phone and a new course heading was provided.

Media contact for Indy Media are advised a QPS media liaison officer will be based at Surfers Paradise Police Complex until Sunday evening to cover the 2005 Lexmark Indy 300 event.

Robbery concerns – Upper Mt Gravatt Police at Upper Mt Gravatt are concerned by a spate of armed and unarmed robberies which have occurred in or near the Sunnybank area over the past three months.

Armed robbery, Waterford West - Armed robbery arrest, Beenleigh - Non-suspicious fire, Mt Isa - Unlawful wounding charge, Normanton - Search for missing vessel update, Torres Strait Armed robbery, Waterford West: Police are investigating an armed robbery at the Caltex Star Mart on Chambers Flat Road yesterday. About 4.30pm a man wearing socks on his hands entered the store and demanded money and cigarettes. The man left the store with a sum of money and was seen getting into a red Hyundai sedan.

Thursday, 20

Fatal ultralight accident, Mareeba A 42-year-old man from Cairns has died after the ultralight aircraft he was flying crashed near Mareeba today.

Search continues in Torres Strait Queensland Police will continue the search for a Department of Immigration vessel carrying five people that went missing in the Torres Strait on October 14.

Armed robbery footage available, Waterford Police have released security footage from this morning’s armed robbery at the Caltex Star Mart at Waterford.

Appeal for witnesses, fatal traffic accident Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal traffic accident at Eight Mile Plains on Tuesday morning.

Media conference, possible attempted abduction Police will hold a short media conference regarding the possible attempted abduction of a 13-year-old girl at Bracken Ridge yesterday afternoon.

Possible attempted abduction, Bracken Ridge Police have praised a 13-year-old girl for her actions following a possible attempted abduction at Bracken Ridge yesterday afternoon.

Ceremony to recognise bravery and exceptional service Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson will present awards to recognise 14 recipients who have demonstrated bravery and exceptional service at a ceremony on Friday October 21.

Single vehicle traffic accident, Beerburrum - Man threatens police, Beachmere - Drug charges, Mermaid Waters - Search for missing vessel update, Torres Strait - Robbery, Beenleigh - Armed robbery, Riverhills - Armed robbery, Waterford West Single vehicle traffic accident, Beerburrum: At 2.30 this morning at the intersection of the Bruce Highway and Red Road, Beerburrum a semi trailer has gone across the median strip. It was carrying produce travelling south bound The Bruce Highway will be closed from 4.10am, for about an hour, until the truck can be towed away The driver has been taken to hospital with a possible leg injury

Wednesday, 19

False abduction in the city The members of a heavy metal band from South Australia have apologized to the public and police, for causing concern over an incident in the city this afternoon.

Possible abduction in the City Police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen a man being dragged into a van this afternoon to come forward.

Armed robbery, Deception Bay Police are investigating the armed robbery of a second hand store in Bailey Road, Deception Bay this afternoon.

Be prepared with Party Safe As we head into the party season it pays to be prepared.

Operation Delta Choir Police from metropolitan and near metropolitan areas recently conducted a combined operation resulting in over 500 people being charged with more than 1,200 offences.

Police seek assault witnesses - Brisbane Police are investigating a robbery with violence which took place in Brisbane City early this morning.

Ceremony to Recognise New Police Awards Police Minister Judy Spence will present three awards, including two new awards, to recognise police officers who have gone beyond the call of duty at a ceremony today.

Robbery with Violence, Darra - Indecent deal charges, Rockhampton - House fire, Mackay Robbery with Violence, Darra: At 6.20 last night a staff member at the Camranh Vietnamese Restaurant, Darra has gone to use the toilet behind the building, when he’s been punched by another man. The man then demanded money, which the victim refused to give him. The offender then punched him again and reached over and has taken the victim’s wallet and fled The offender is described as of Islander appearance, 175cm tall, early to mid 20’s, solid build, wearing a red shirt, cream pants and a cream cap.

Tuesday, 18

Incident involving child, Albany Creek Police are appealing for witnesses to an incident involving an 11-year-old girl which occurred on Folkstone Avenue, Albany Creek yesterday afternoon.

Stolen vehicle charges Police have charged a 20-year-old female and a 21-year-old male, both from Brisbane, for unlawful use of a motor vehicle after they were apprehended by off-duty police officers around 5.20am this morning.

Photos available, Glenden mine theft Police continue to investigate the theft of a quantity of explosives and detonators from a mine at Glenden, Mackay.

Man charged over pursuit, Kippa Ring An 18-year-old man of no fixed place will appear in Redcliffe Magistrates Court today charged with two counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and two counts breach of bail conditions.

Arrest of man on arson charges, Dalby - Fatal traffic accident, Cecil Plains near Dalby - Robbery, Holland Park Arrest of man on arson charges, Dalby: A 20-year-old man has been charged with five counts of arson and is due to appear in the Dalby Magistrates Court today. The charges relate to fires at horse stables on August 15, September 8, October 9 and 16.and at a separate location on September 18. The man has been refused bail.

Monday, 17

Cruelty to child charge, Mackay Police have charged a 31-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman with charges including cruelty to a child following the alleged long term abuse of a four year old girl.

Serious assault, Mt Isa Police have charged two men, aged 18 and 19, with assault occasioning bodily harm and grievous bodily harm following the assault of two men this morning.

Boating fatality, Magnetic Island, Townsville - Attempted murder, Goondiwindi - Stabbing, Gatton - Armed robbery, Caboolture - Robbery with violence charges, Fortitude Valley - Robbery charges, Nambour Boating fatality, Magnetic Island, Townsville: A 22-year-old English tourist has died after a boating accident at Horseshoe Bay on the eastern side of Magnetic Island. At 10pm last night the deceased woman and a man were in a rubber dinghy, heading to shore from a motor yacht moored in the bay, when both fell overboard. It appears the boat has struck the deceased on the head and she’s died instantly. Police are investigating.

Man located, Townsville A man who had been missing in Townsville since October 11 was found safe this afternoon.

Sunday, 16

Robbery, Virginia Police are investigating a robbery at the Auto Barn store on Sandgate Road, Virginia this morning.

Media opportunity – missing woman, Gympie Media are invited to attend a press conference tomorrow in relation to the search for missing person 42-year-old Patricia Maria Korlaet.

Fatal traffic accident, Townsville - Fatal traffic accident, Proserpine - Serious traffic accident, Battle Creek, Mt Garnett - Robbery in company, Nambour - House fire, Woombye - Search for missing vessel, Torres Strait update - Fatal traffic accident, Ingham - Robbery in company, Wulkuraka Fatal traffic accident, Townsville: A 43-year-old man has died after falling from a utility on Echlin Street, Townsville about 6.30 last night. It’s believed the man landed on top of a glass flagon he was carrying and suffered throat and chest injuries. He died on the way to Townsville Hospital. Police are investigating.

Saturday, 15

Witnesses to accident sought Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious traffic accident on the Gateway Motorway at Nudgee earlier today.

Search for missing vessel, Torres Strait A search is underway in Torres Strait for a missing Immigration Department vessel carrying five people.

Serious accident Nudgee A serious two vehicle accident on the Gateway Motorway is currently causing traffic chaos.

Missing person located Ashley James Haxton missing from Mt Gravatt East yesterday was located safe and well earlier this morning on Logan Road at Holland Park. He has been returned home by police.

Missing Person, Mt Gravatt East - Fatal traffic accident, Wellington Point - Drug arrest, Herston - Street disturbance, Redland Bay Missing Person, Mt Gravatt East: A 36-year-old intellectually disabled man has been reported missing in Brisbane’s south. Ashley James Haxton was last seen at his residence in Mt Gravatt East at 3pm yesterday afternoon by his carer. Mr Haxton also suffers from Epilepsy and does not have his medication. He is described as 175cms tall, medium build, fair skin, Caucasian with brown hair, eyes and beard.

Friday, 14

Stabbing, Annerley Police are currently conducting patrols for a man who stabbed another man near the KFC on Ipswich Road at Annerley earlier tonight.

Bruce Highway now open near Rockhampton Police wish to advise that the Bruce Highway about 20 kilometres south of Rockhampton near Bobs Creek is now open.

Mine theft, Glenden Police are today investigating a theft of a quantity of explosives and detonators from a mine at Glenden, Mackay.

Bruce Highway closed, Rockhampton Police are advising motorists that the southbound lane of the Bruce Highway 20 kilometres south of Rockhampton near Bobs Creek is closed due to a head-on collision.

Media opportunity – missing person, Townsville Media are invited to attend a media conference today in relation to the search for missing person 48-year-old Dominic Fleming.

Fatal traffic accident, Blackwater A 26-year-old Bluff man has died as a result of a single vehicle traffic accident earlier this morning.

Crime Stoppers Executives visit Cairns A tour of North Queensland is underway to reiterate the message of Crime Stoppers to local communities.

Crime Stoppers Executives visit Townsville A tour of North Queensland is underway to reiterate the message of Crime Stoppers to local communities.

Crime Stoppers Executives visit Mount Isa A tour of North Queensland is underway to reiterate the message of Crime Stoppers to local communities.

Armed robbery, Holland Park - Armed robbery, Darra - Robbery, Sunnybank - Fatal traffic accident update, Mount Tamborine - Chemical burns, North Maclean Armed robbery, Holland Park: At 4.30 yesterday afternoon a man entered the Holland Park East TAB on Seville Road, Holland Park and demanded money from the cashier. The female cashier handed a sum of money over to the man, who then left the building. The man got into a stolen purple Hyundai Excel and drove off along Rowton Street. It appears no weapon was used in the robbery. The offender is described as 185cms tall, slim build, fair complexion, wearing dark long pants and dark jacket with elastic wrists, cream dirty garden gloves and a blue cap with black flap. He also wore a dark white and checkered scarf around his face. Investigations are continuing.

Thursday, 13

CMC Review on capsicum spray Police Commissioner, Mr. Bob Atkinson today acknowledged the Crime and Misconduct Commission’s report into the use of capsicum spray by Queensland Police Service. The report stated that capsicum spray was an effective and relatively safe use-of-force option for police.

Indy 2005 road closures As Gold Coast residents prepare for the 2005 Lexmark Indy 300, police are urging motorists to slow down and be patient, particularly between Monday 17 October and Monday 24 October 2005.

Lockhart River Kids Club $30,000 grant The Community Benefit Fund has awarded a $30,000 grant to the Lockhart River Kids Club.

Firearms stolen, Yeppoon Police are appealing for information from the public following a break and enter at Yeppoon yesterday where six firearms were stolen.

Fatal accident, Mount Tamborine A truck driver lost his life this evening after his truck rolled off the road on Mount Tamborine.

Missing man, Townsville Police are concerned for the welfare of a 48-year-old man who was last seen at the Townsville General Hospital at 11.36am on October 11.

Rape, Regents Park Police have released a comfit of a man who raped a 16-year-old female in Regents Park in August 2005.

Serious accident south of Rockhampton - Attempted robbery arrest, Toowong Serious accident south of Rockhampton: Five people were injured when their mini bus collided with a truck in Emu Park, south of Rockhampton yesterday. Initial inquiries indicate that about 6.30pm a truck did a u turn at the intersection of Emu Park and Keppel Sands Roads into the path of the oncoming mini bus carrying six people. Five of the passengers, including the driver, were taken to hospital with minor injuries. The driver suffered leg injuries after being trapped in the wreckage. His injuries are not considered life threatening. The sixth person in the mini bus and the driver of the truck were not injured. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Wednesday, 12

Armed robbery, Beachmere Police are seeking witnesses following an armed robbery of an Australia Post Office at Beachmere on Friday October, 7.

Clarification – robbery, Mackenzie Police wish to clarify that five firearms were stolen from the house at Michelangelo Crescent, Mackenzie on Monday night not two as initially reported.

Armed robbery, Loganlea - Attempted abduction, Graceville - Stranded bushwalker in Cardwell, North Queensland - Mount Gravatt man located - Two people charged with attempted arson, Keperra - Bushwalker winched to safety, Cardwell - Pedestrian hit by car, Strathpine Armed robbery, Loganlea: A 12-year-old boy was threatened with a knife and had his bicycle stolen last night at Loganlea. About 8.45pm the boy was leaving the shops on Haig Street when he was approached by a knife wielding teenager who demanded his bike. The offender then rode off on the bike. The offender was about 16 years of age. Police will conduct inquiries today to locate the teenager.

Tuesday, 11

Woodridge boy located The 14-year-old Woodridge boy who was last seen on Saturday has been located safe and well.

Woodridge boy located The 14-year-old Woodridge boy who was last seen on Saturday has been located safe and well.

Missing man, Upper Mt Gravatt Police are seeking public assistance to locate an 83-year-old man missing from the Upper Mt Gravatt area since this afternoon.

Yamanto police complex evacuated The Queensland Police Service (QPS) has again taken precautionary measures in evacuating staff from the Yamanto police complex following further tests indicating strains of legionella bacteria.

Home invasion, Currumbin Waters Police are investigating an incident where a man in his 70s was threatened and robbed by three men inside his Currumbin Waters home this afternoon. About 3:00 three men forced entry into the house located on Hoffschildt Drive. One of the men threatened the man with a screw driver while the other two stole property from a bedroom.

Charges motorcyclist death, Calamvale Police have charged a man over a traffic incident at Calamvale on September 12 that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.

2005 Premiers Awards for Excellence in Public Sector Management Two Queensland Police Service (QPS) initiatives have been short listed in the 2005 Premiers Awards for Excellence in Public Sector Management.

Robbery, Mackenzie - Attempted arson, Keperra - Armed robbery, City - Armed robbery, City - Photo available, missing boy Robbery, Mackenzie: An extensive amount of property including jewellery, firearms and a pet bird were stolen from a house in MacKenzie last night. About 7.50pm intruders gained entry to a Michelangelo Crescent house and ransacked the property before stealing electrical equipment, alcohol, jewellery and cash. The offenders were able to open a gun safe and remove two riffles. They also stole the pet Rainbow Lorikeet.

Monday, 10

Missing boy, Woodridge Police are seeking public assistance to locate a 14-year-old boy missing from his Woodridge home since Saturday.

Appeal for anonymous caller Police investigating the suspicious fire at the Forest Lake College are appealing for the anonymous triple zero caller to come forward.

Possible traffic delays, Warrego Highway Motorists travelling on the Warrego Highway are advised there may be traffic delays this afternoon as police assist a wide load truck.

Motorists urged to slow down, Federal Police are renewing calls for motorists to obey the speed limits along the renowned section of the Bruce Highway near Federal.

Suspicious house fire, Laidley Police are investigating the cause of a fire which destroyed a house at Blenheim Street, Laidley overnight.

Afternoon Round-up Suspicious death, Pimpama - Boat shed fire, Forrest Lake - Unlawful wounding arrest, Acacia Ridge Robbery arrest, Sunshine Coast

Sunday, 9

Armed robbery, Toombul Police are investigating the armed robbery of a newsagency at Toombul late this afternoon.

Serious single vehicle accident, Coomera - Vehicle arson, Tarragindi Serious single vehicle accident, Coomera: A 30-year-old man was entrapped last night after his vehicle plunged down a steep embankment in Coomera. It appears he lost control of his vehicle while attempting to negotiate a bend on Heathwood Drive about 11.50pm. A tow truck assisted in securing the vehicle. Once freed the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was taken to the Gold Coast Hospital with back and neck pains.

Saturday, 8

Fatal traffic incident, Slacks Creek A 47-year-old male motorcycle rider has died following a two vehicle traffic incident at Slacks Creek earlier today.

Fatal traffic incident, near Childers Police are investigating a fatal traffic incident at Apple Tree Creek near Childers this morning that claimed the life a 49-year-old man.

Timber factory fire, Yeronga - Cyclist struck by car, Waterford West - Fatal accident, Redbank Plains - Bus driver robbed, Paddington Timber factory fire, Yeronga: A timber factory in Yeronga was extensively damaged by a fire last night. Police were advised at 11pm that the factory on Hyde Road was ablaze. Fire officers attended and contained the fire to the rear of the building. The nearby paint factory was not affected. The factory was under police guard overnight. Police scientific officers and fire investigators will examine the scene this morning to establish the cause of the fire.

Friday, 7

Coomera - arrest A 22-year-old man was charged tonight with one charge each of going armed to cause fear, unlawful possession of a firearm, discharging a firearm and common assault.

Missing person, Moorooka located Police advise that Jean Mary Clarke, 77, missing from Moorooka since 10am today has been located safe and well at Kenmore.

Search for two men, Beachmere Police are searching for two men following an attempted armed robbery of an Australia Post Office at Main Road, Beachmere about 1.00pm this afternoon.

Stolen firearm, Gold Coast convention Police are continuing to investigate the theft of a firearm from a weapons convention on the Gold Coast yesterday

Missing person, Moorooka Police are seeking public assistance to help locate Jean Mary Clarke, 77, from Moorooka.

Police search for man, Cairns Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a man who failed to appear in Cairns Magistrates Court yesterday in relation to a number of prostitution and fraud offences.

Alarm activations in the Logan District A three-month trial of an alternative system for categorising and managing calls for police service in relation to alarm activations has led to a significant reduction in the number of repeat calls for service.

Robbery Gold Coast - Assault in city - Shots fired, Coomera - Attempted murder arrest, Gympie - Fatal workplace accident, near Bamaga Far North Queensland - Police car damaged during pursuit - Robbery under arms, Strathpine - Robbery, Goodna - Fatal accident, Dalby Robbery Gold Coast: A firearm was stolen yesterday while on display in a security guard conference at the Gold Coast Convention Centre. Between 8am and 5pm an unknown number of offenders opened the locked display cabinet and removed the firearm. The theft was reported to police at 5pm when the other weapons on display were signed back into the armoury.

Thursday, 6

Wacol absconder located Police have this afternoon located Patrick William Manning at Fortitude Valley without incident.

Bushfire update, The Gap Police advise that due to continuing bushfires at The Gap, Settlement Road remains closed between Samford and Kilbowie Roads. Motorists are urged to use alternate routes via Ashgrove Avenue and Wardell Street.

Missing Gumdale man located Police have just located the 52-year-old man reported missing from the Gumdale area yesterday.

Incident involving children, Inala Police are investigating an incident involving two children as they were walking to school this morning.

Missing man, Gumdale Police are currently searching for a 52-year-old man who was last seen in the Gumdale area yesterday morning.

Bushfires, The Gap Police are closing off Settlement Road at both ends between The Gap and Keperra as large bushfires threaten homes in The Gap.

Media opportunity, Currumbin Media have an opportunity to speak with neighbouring residents of the Currumbin “Boatshed” in relation to a suspected arson that damaged the Boat Shed Café, an adjoining residence, a boat hire business and a bait shop on September 22.

Absconder, Wacol health facility - Suspected arson, Bracken Ridge - Ravenshoe woman located Absconder, Wacol health facility: Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Patrick William Manning, who left a Wacol health facility without permission. He was last seen at 6.30pm boarding a Brisbane bound train from Gailes station. Although the man’s actual date of birth cannot be confirmed, he is believed to be 76 years old. Patrick William Manning is described as Caucasian, 190cm tall, 96 kilograms with a fair complexion, long grey hair and blue eyes. He was wearing a blue jacket, black fleecy pants, red and white thongs and was carrying a plastic shopping bag. Police advise caution is to be taken around the man and people who may have seen him are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Mount Ommaney Police Station on 3712 5222.

Wednesday, 5

Missing person, Ravenshoe Police are seeking public assistance to locate missing person Joyce Gweneth Byrne.

Fatal traffic accident, Jimboomba Police are investigating a two-vehicle traffic accident which claimed the life of a motorcycle rider on Overlander Court at Jimboomba this morning.

Double fatal traffic accident, Yarraman - Attempted armed hold up, Greenslopes - Armed robbery, Woodridge - Pedestrian struck by car, Wavell Heights - Arrest and charges, Jackson Double fatal traffic accident, Yarraman: A 37-year-old Blackbutt man is in a stable condition in Toowoomba Base Hospital following a single vehicle accident near Yarraman yesterday which claimed the lives of the 39-year-old male driver and his 17-year-old son. The three were travelling along the D’Aguilar Highway between Yarraman and Blackbutt around 3.00pm when their Holden Commodore left the road and hit a tree. The vehicle was engulfed in flames upon impact. The bodies of the two deceased have been conveyed to the John Tonge Centre. The passenger was initially airlifted to Kingaroy Hospital in a serious condition and later transferred to Toowoomba. Preliminary investigations indicate high speed may have been a contributing factor to the accident.

Tuesday, 4

Fatal accident, Yarraman Two people have died in a single vehicle accident near Yarraman this afternoon.

Helicopter accident, Maroochydore A man has been seriously injured after he walked into helicopter blades at Maroochydore Airport this morning.

Robbery, Birkdale - Charges, Brisbane robberies - Truck accident, Proserpine Robbery, Birkdale: Police are searching for a man who robbed the Shell Coles Express on the corner of Birkdale Road and Napier Street at Birkdale last night. Around 9.25pm the offender entered the store and selected items which he placed on the cashier counter before demanding the attendant empty the cash draw. The female attendant handed over a sum of money before the offender left on foot via the front entrance and headed along Napier Street towards Birkdale train station. The store attendant was not injured, but received counselling. The offender is described as Caucasian, aged in his late 20s, approximately 180cms tall, of solid build with blue eyes and blond hair in a short-blade crew cut. He was wearing a black shirt with a white stripe down the arms and knee-length bone-coloured shorts.

Monday, 3

Armed robbery, Brisbane City Police are searching for a man who held up a store in Brisbane City this afternoon.

Witnesses sought assault - Camira State School Police are seeking witnesses to an alleged assault at the Camira State School fete about 6.40pm on Saturday, October 1.

Armed robbery charge – Runaway Bay A 17-year-old man from Kin Kin has been arrested in relation to the armed robbery of the Seven-11 service station at Runaway Bay on September 30, 2005.

Armed Robbery, Broadbeach - House fire, Warwick - Burglary, Hillcrest - Drug arrests, Cardwell Armed Robbery, Broadbeach: Police are investigating the armed robbery of the Broadbeach Express Food store on Main Place overnight. Around 11.20pm a man entered the store armed with a black handgun and demanded money from the attendant. A sum of money was handed over and the man fled the store. He is described as 30 and 40 years of age, approximately 183cm tall with short dark hair and a short black beard. When last seen he was wearing a light and dark blue tracksuit top with a white patch on the bottom, blue track pants, blue baseball cap, white sandshoes and was carrying a black bag similar to a toiletry bag.

Sunday, 2

Deceased located, Mackay About 3.45pm this afternoon police located the body of a woman believed to be in her early forties. The body was found off Sams Road, Mackay.

Both police officers located safe and well A 31-year-old Senior Constable from the Gold Coast has returned safely from Bali today as scheduled after spending his holidays there.

Child pornography charges, Townsville A 43-year-old Townsville man has been charged with 41 charges of possess child exploitation material.

Pedestrian killed, Tingalpa A 22-year-old Springwood woman has died after being struck by a car early this morning.

Armed Robbery, Lutwyche - Traffic accident, Tingalpa - Dangerous driving arrest, Vincent (Townsville) - Police officer injured, Corinda Armed Robbery, Lutwyche: Police are investigating the armed robbery of the Block Buster Video Store at Lutwyche last night. Around 9.50pm a man entered the store on Lutwyche Road and demanded money be put into a bag. The two attendants put a sum of money into a bag and handed it to the man who left the store on foot. The staff did not see a weapon but believed the man was holding a gun in his right hand which was covered with a blue jumper. The man is described as between 30 and 36, with a slim build, fair complexion, approximately 175cm tall with patchy stubble on his face and dirty, brown straight hair. When last seen the man was wearing dark coloured jeans, a white shirt, boots and what appeared to be prescription glasses. He had a blue jumper wrapped around his right hand.

Saturday, 1

Police search for missing teenager Amelia Mycock, 15, was last seen at the hospital between 7.00am and 9.30am today where she is receiving treatment for an eating disorder. Police are concerned about Amelia’s safety and welfare as she requires ongoing medical treatment.

Fatal traffic incident, Springsure About 6.20am police were advised that a single vehicle traffic incident occurred on the Dawson Highway, about 13 kilometres south of Springsure. Police attended the scene and found that a Toyota utility had rolled over and the sole male occupant of the vehicle was deceased.

Attempted armed robbery, Booval About 3.20am two 18-year-old men were walking on Hamilton Street towards the Booval McDonalds on Brisbane Road when two men approached them and asked them for cigarettes, money and mobile phones. One man then produced a small knife and threatened one of the victims. The two 18-year-old men then continued to walk towards McDonalds where the offenders then left and headed along Brisbane Road towards Ipswich.

Fatal accident Ningi Around 3.30am police were notified that a car had left the road and collided with a tree on the Caboolture-Bribie Island Road at Ningi. A young male believed to be 18 has died at the scene.

Sexual assault Innisfail, arrest - Armed robbery, Toowong - Armed Robbery, Runaway Bay - House fire, Hope Island - Police officer injured, Surfers Paradise Sexual assault Innisfail, arrest: A 34-year-old man will appear in the Innisfail Magistrates Court today charged with enter with intent, rape, indecent treatment of a child under 16 and taking a child for immoral purpose. The arrest follows investigations into a complaint that a man entered the bedroom of an Innisfail home around 2.30am yesterday and sexually assaulted a seven-year-old female.

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