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January

Tuesday, 31

Shark sighted off Stradbroke beach Beaches at Stradbroke Island have been closed as a precaution after a shark sighting off Point Lookout this afternoon.

Footage and stills available - attempted armed robbery, Inala

Comfit release, Acacia Ridge robbery A comfit of a man who may be able to assist police investigating the robbery of a male employee at knife point yesterday has been released.

Dalby police crack down on underage drinkers Southern Region Police are working alongside local publicans to promote responsible drinking and crack down on patrons not abiding by the law.

Stolen equipment located – Todds Transport Police have located three of the four pieces of equipment stolen from the Todd Transport yard on Quarry Road at Stapylton overnight.

Media opportunity - Attempted armed robbery, Inala Media are invited to attend a media conference this afternoon in relation to the attempted armed robbery of a Freedom Fuel Service Station at Inala this morning.

Overnight Round-up - clarification The accident which occurred in Bellenden Ker, near Babinda in North Queensland and claimed the life of a three-year-old boy occurred about 3.30pm on Saturday, January 28 (rather than yesterday as reported in this morning’s round up).

Missing person found at Gatton A 66-year-old man reported missing on January 29 has been found safe and well.

Attempted robbery, Inala - Transport company robbery, Stapylton - Fatal accident, Bellenden Ker - Traffic accident, Helen’s Hill (near Ingham) - Drug charges, Conondale Attempted robbery, Inala: Two men attempted to rob the Freedom Fuel Service Station on Rudd Street this morning only to be met by a gutsy store attendant who put a fight. At 1.30 two men entered the service station, threatened and kicked the attendant, then demanded money. One of the offenders was wearing a clown mask and was armed with a machete, whilst the other was wearing a bandana and carrying a ratchet. The attendant told the intruders he was unable to open the till and when they continued to threaten him he produced a metal bar from under the counter and threatened them right back. The two men then left the store and were last seen running towards Freeman Road. The man that wore a bandana is of Asian appearance and was wearing a blue jumper, and the offender with the clown mask was wearing black clothing.

Monday, 30

Drowning at Cedar Creek Falls Police are currently investigating the death of a man at Cedar Creek Falls, North of Proserpine this afternoon.

Arrest - fatal traffic accident, Pacific Motorway Police have charged the driver of the car involved in the fatal accident at Woolloongabba in January.

Armed hold up, Acacia Ridge A male employee was robbed at knife point of the days takings outside an Acacia Ridge store this afternoon.

Arrests, Moorooka Police have arrested four teenagers on over 130 charges following a spate of property and wilful damage offences committed on businesses on Ipswich Road, Moorooka last Friday.

Assault of a woman, Albany Creek - Break and enter, Strathpine Assault of a woman, Albany Creek: Police are appealing for witnesses to the assault of a 30-year-old woman at the Albany Creek Hotel by a number of people on January 28. The woman suffered facial injuries and was taken to hospital, but has since been released. The victim became involved in an altercation with another woman and others about 1.30am. When the hotel closed, the 30-year-old was assaulted again and knocked to the ground outside the premises. Another woman came to the victim’s aid and was also assaulted before the offenders left.

Railway vending machines hit Police believe two men are responsible for eight robberies of ticket vending machines at railway stations from Virginia to Narangba this month.

Robbery - Kingston Welcome Mart Police are investigating the early morning robbery of the Kingston Welcome Mart on Duke Street, Kingston.

Clarification – sexual assault charges, Ipswich Police have charged a 37-year-old Boonah man with one count each of rape and indecent treatment of a child under 12.

Sexual assault charges, Ipswich Police have charged a 37-year-old Boonah man with one count of rape and one count of indecent treatment of a child under 12.

Amphetamine arrests, Yarraman Tactical Crime Squad officers from Toowoomba have arrested 11 people on 87 charges after the location of nearly 218 grams of amphetamine and iodine crystals.

Break and enter, Burpengary - Armed robbery, Camp Hill - Break and enter, Haigslea - Fatal traffic accident, Plainlands - Armed man arrested, Kings Beach - Unit fire, Airlie Beach - Traffic accident, near Tiaro - Attempted murder charge, Gatton - Stealing arrest, Cleveland - Stabbing, Sunnybank - Attempted murder charge, Rockhampton Break and enter, Burpengary: Police are looking for four people who broke into the Burpengary Tavern on Old Bay Road and stole a quantity of alcohol. At 12am today police arrived at the Tavern and identified a stolen gold coloured Mitsubishi sedan parked at the roller door of the tavern bottle shop. There was one person inside the vehicle when police arrived. The driver sped around to the side of the building and picked up three others who had r5L:un out from inside the bottle shop. Police pursued the vehicle along Old Gympie Road and the Gateway Arterial, before the pursuit had to be called off due to the high speed at which the offenders were traveling.

Sunday, 29

Missing man, Barry Armstrong Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 66-year-old man last seen in Allora.

Summary of events/charges - Rockhampton shooting - Fatal traffic accident, Gaven - Unlawful wounding, North Rockhampton - Robbery with violence, Coolangatta - Toowoomba substance leak - Break and enter, Strathpine - Summary of events/charges - Rockhampton shooting: Five men will appear in the Rockhampton Magistrates Court charged with various offences relating to several shootings on January 26. It is alleged a group of people drove past a group of people in a park and shot at four people. No-one was hit.  It is alleged that the group then shot at two girls in Alexandra Street, striking a 15-year-old girl in the back, before going on to shoot at an unidentified child on a bike. Then at 4.20am shots were fired at the 13-year-old boy standing in Richardson Road. He was struck in his lower back. On January 27 police arrested a 17-year-old man and charged him with one count of unlawful wounding, committing acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, possession of tainted property and weapon related offences including dangerous conduct with a firearm, discharging a firearm in public, and going armed in public so as to cause fear. He was remanded in custody to reappear on April 3. Four other men, all aged 17, were identified and charged with unlawful wounding, committing acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm and firearm offences. The men will appear the Rockhampton Magistrates Court on Tuesday where charges will be laid in relation to the shooting of the 15-year-old girl.

Update - boy found, Birkdale Please be advised that the boy found by police at Birkdale this morning has been reunited with his parents.

Update - fatal accident, Nerang A woman was killed at 3.50am today in a traffic accident on the Pacific Motorway at Nerang.

Fatal traffic accident, Nerang - Boy found, Birkdale - Armed robbery, Labrador - Armed robbery, Labrador - Substance leak, Toowoomba - Unlawful wounding charges, Caboolture - Assault charges, Logan - Serious traffic accident, Nambour Fatal traffic accident, Nerang: A fatal accident has just occurred on the Pacific Motorway at Nerang. It appears that at 3.50am a female motorcyclist has come off her bike and been hit by a car.

Saturday, 28

Request for privacy The family of the 71-year-old woman who died in a traffic accident at Woollongabba has asked that the media respect their privacy.

Missing boy, Coorparoo Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 14-year-old boy last seen at Coorparoo yesterday.

Serious traffic accident, Carina - Armed robbery, Ipswich - Serious traffic accident, Wynnum - Further charges after Rockhampton shooting - Dangerous operation of vehicle, Daisy Hill - Pursuit arrest, Murrumba Downs - Pursuit arrest, Coolangatta - Caravan fire, Waterford West - Serious assault, Logan Central Serious traffic accident, Carina: Police are appealing to witnesses to assist their investigation of a serious accident on Creek Road, Carina. At 7.45 last night it appears a red Nissan Exa was traveling north on Creek Road when it collided with silver Mitsubishi Magna at the Narracot Street intersection. The Nissan then collided with a Holden Commodore. It is believed that a fourth car, a white sedan, similar to a Ford Laser, was present at the time of the accident. Police are appealing to the people travelling in that car to contact them in order to establish the circumstances surrounding the accident. One of the three people in the Nissan suffered serious leg injuries and lacerations, whilst a lady, who was the only occupant of the Magna, has chest injuries. Anyone who may have witnessed this accident or seen any of these vehicles prior to this event is urged to contact Brisbane Accident Investigation Squad on 3364 3311 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Semi-trailer swept off flooded causeway, near Mount Isa, UPDATE: BODY FOUND The body of a 56-year-old Mackay man has been located in Eastern Creek, 20 kilometres south of Gunpowder in North West Queensland.

Friday, 27

Semi-trailer swept off flooded causeway, near Mount Isa A semi-trailer has been swept of a flooded causeway at Gunpowder near Mount Isa earlier this evening.

Drug arrest, Gympie - Fatal traffic incident, Rockhampton Drug arrest, Gympie: A 46-year-old Gympie woman has been charged following the alleged location of drugs and equipment at a Gympie address this morning. Just before 7am, police executed a search warrant on a Shaw Street address and allegedly located drugs and equipment used in the production of drugs. The woman was charged with one count each of produce dangerous drug, possess dangerous drug, possess utensil and possess things used in commission of a crime. She will appear in Gympie Magistrates Court on February 20.

Search for missing man, Winton Police are searching for a 76-year-old opal miner, Paule Laba who was last seen on November 4, 2005 in the Winton area.

Incident – Collingwood Park The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Bob Atkinson, said he was concerned that inaccurate reports were being released in relation to a 38-year-old woman driver who was involved in an incident with police at Collingwood Park State School on Wednesday.

2003 Ferny Grove wilful exposure arrest - 2003 Ferny Grove wilful exposure arrest - Arson of school building, Yeronga - Missing woman located - Child shot, Rockhampton - Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle arrest, Lawnton - Sexual assault arrest, Goondiwindi 2003 Ferny Grove wilful exposure arrest: Police yesterday arrested a 20-year-old man for 18 incidents of allegedly exposing himself to women and children in the Ferny Grove area in 2003. Police received 18 complaints from women and children over a period of several months in 2003. A DNA sample was taken of bodily fluid left at the scene of one alleged offence. It was compared with a databank of DNA information held nationally and police were provided with the identity of the 20-year-old man.  The man will appear in the Mt Isa Magistrates Court on February 6 charged with 13 counts of committing an indecent act and five counts of indecent treatment of children by exposing himself.

Missing woman, Brisbane - Suspicious fire, Carrara - Accident involving police car, Redcliffe - Child shot, Rockhampton Missing woman, Brisbane: Police are currently looking for Cathryn Kennedy, who was reported missing by her family yesterday afternoon. The 20-year-old woman was last seen at Eagle Street Pier on Wednesday morning, about 5am. It is believed she may have been heading towards the Casino.

Thursday, 26

Street kids march in Australia Day Parade This year’s Australia Day parade at South Bank will include street kids from inner city Brisbane marching with police.

Violent disturbance, Mount Ommaney - Fire, Kelvin Grove - Robbery, Nambour - Man rescued, Finchhatton Gorge Violent disturbance, Mount Ommaney: Police are searching for five men responsible for bashing a man outside a KFC store in Mount Ommaney. About 11.15pm yesterday the five men entered the store armed with baseball bats. They threatened staff and customers before chasing a man outside where they hit him around the head repeatedly with the bats. The five offenders then got into a vehicle and drove off. The 38-year-old man is in a stable condition at Princess Alexandra Hospital.

Wednesday, 25

Charges – Body of a woman located, Macgregor - Armed robbery, Bundaberg - Armed robbery, Bundaberg Charges – Body of a woman located, Macgregor: Tonight Police have charged a 29-year-old man with murder in relation to the death of a woman in Macgregor. This follows the body of a 24-year-old woman being found just before 7:30am this morning in a house in Angelina Street. It is expected the man will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow.

Property identification, Ipswich Ipswich residents are encouraged to bring along their valuables to next month’s Ipswich Central Neighbourhood Watch Meeting.

Police target irresponsible drivers in Back to School blitz Police across central Queensland have this week paid close attention to all schools across the region as part of Operation Back to School.

Dial-in-a-druggie campaign Southern Region police are grateful for the information that has already been provided during the past three days of the dial-in-a-druggie campaign.

Body of woman located, Macgregor Police are investigating the death of a 24-year-old woman whose body was located in a house in Angelina Street, Macgregor.

Graduates a step closer to police career A group of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander trainees will take another step towards a career with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) when they graduate from the Justice Entry Program (JEP) today.

Fatal traffic accident, Pacific Motorway A woman believed to be 71 years of age has died at the Princess Alexandra Hospital this morning following a two vehicle traffic accident on the Pacific Motorway, Woolloongabba.

Justice Entry Program - Media opportunity A media opportunity will be held this morning in relation to the Justice Entry Program (JEP) graduation at the Queensland Police Academy Oxley campus.

Armed robbery Toowoomba Two balaclava-clad men this afternoon held up a Toowoomba post office then torched their getaway car.

Robbery with violence, South Brisbane - Armed hold-up, Alexandra Hills Robbery with violence, South Brisbane:  A 20-year-old man was robbed as he walked along Cordelia Street, South Brisbane at 12.45pm yesterday. Two men approached the man and demanded money. One of the offenders appeared to be carrying a firearm. The man then gave the offenders his backpack and they ran away. The backpack contained money the man had raised for Epilepsy Queensland over the past two weeks. Both offenders were described as being of Caucasian appearance and between 25 and 30 years old. The first offender is believed to be 180cm tall, of proportionate build, with tanned skin and black hair. He was wearing black sneakers, a beige t-shirt, and dark three-quarter length shorts. The second offender was described as being 170cm tall, of slim build with fair hair and dark brown stubble. He was wearing dark sneakers, a blue t-shirt and light blue denim jeans.

Tuesday, 24

Luke Stillman - Media Conference A media conference will be held Wednesday, January 25, in relation to the disappearance of Luke Stillman.

No charges against Liberal leader A comprehensive investigation by police has found insufficient evidence to substantiate the commencement of criminal proceedings against the Leader of the Parliamentary Liberal Party Mr Bob Quinn, the Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson said today.

Quinn investigation announcement A media conference will be held today at 2pm to announce the results of investigations into allegations of bribery made against the Leader of the Parliamentary Liberal Party Mr Bob Quinn by the Member for Gympie, Ms Elisa Roberts.

Yeppoon police countering unruly behaviour Yeppoon police have sent a strong message that violent or anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated in the coastal community.

Dial-in-a-druggie campaign - Cannabis production becomes more sophisticated Police believe cannabis growers are becoming more sophisticated in the production of the drug and are moving away from bush grown crops to establish hydroponic operations in the suburbs.

Armed robbery, Browns Plains - Robbery, Toowong - Armed robbery, North Bundaberg - Charges, Nerang - Charges, attempted armed robbery, Goondiwindi - Ram raid, Virginia and break and enter, Carseldine - Robbery with violence arrest, City - Robbery with violence arrest, Bundaberg Armed robbery, Browns Plains: Police are investigating the armed robbery of the Civic Video store on Wembley Road, Browns Plains last night. It is believed that a man entered the store with a scarf over his face, threatened the female attendant with a pair of scissors and demanded money. The attendant complied and gave him a sum of money in a money bag. The offender put the money bag containing the cash inside a shopping bag before leaving the store. The offender is described as being 168cm tall, of slim build and olive complexion. At the time of the incident he was wearing a dark coloured beanie, blue bandanna or scarf, white singlet, white shirt, black pants and white sneakers.

Monday, 23

Five arrested for South Bank assault Five people have been arrested for the assault of a man in South Bank Parklands last night.

USS Ronald Reagan – traffic advice Police wish to advise motorists attempting to get a closer view of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan that there are no vantage points available to sightseers on Fisherman Islands.   For security reasons the Port of Brisbane will be restricted to essential vehicle movements only. There will be a no-stopping enforcement on Port of Brisbane Drive and offending vehicles will be towed.   Police are encouraging motorists to keep away from the area to avoid traffic congestion and there will be a high police presence to ensure vehicles are complying with restrictions.   Private boat operators are also reminded that the port channel will be closed to all shipping movements during the warship’s arrival.

Suspicious fires, Lawnton and Bray Park Police are investigating a number of suspicious fires which occurred in a small area of Lawnton and Bray Park overnight.

Missing boy Calamvale

Stolen welders too hot to handle Police a trying to track down several stolen industrial welders worth about $12,000 each that might have been purchased by unsuspecting buyers.

Gold Coast media office unattended Media are advised that the Gold Coast media office will be unattended for the next two days.

Unlawful wounding arrest Mt Isa A 29-year-old man will appear in the Mt Isa Magistrates Court this morning charged with unlawful wounding and enter dwelling house with intent whilst armed.

Assault, South Brisbane (Round-Up) Assault, South Brisbane: Police are investigating the assault of a man at South Brisbane in the early hours of this morning. Around 12:30am security guards were escorting three males and one female from the parklands. It is believed during this process one of the males produced a knife, threatened and attempted to assault the security guards. A 26-year-old man saw what was taking place and intervened. Initial reports indicate that during an altercation with one of the offenders the man received a slash wound to his back. The man was taken to the Mater Hospital for treatment but was later released.

Sunday, 22

Missing Fernvale man found A 72-year-old Fernvale man, reported missing, has been found safe and well

Missing Fernvale man Ivan Skrljac Police are appealing to anyone who might know the whereabouts of missing Fernvale man Ivan Skrljac.

Gold Coast high-rise robbery arrest A Gold Coast man allegedly went to great heights to break into apartments in Surfers Paradise this morning.

Media reports of mentally ill man incorrect Media reports that a mentally ill man was kept in police custody for almost two weeks are incorrect.

Charges – Armed robbery, Kallangur - Snorkeling death, Whitsunday - Fatal, Redland Bay - Armed robbery, Crestmead - Charges – Armed robbery, Kallangur: A 26-year-old man was arrested and charged for his alleged involvement in the armed robbery of a 63-year-old woman at Kallangur on January 8. The man has been charged with one count of armed robbery with actual violence while in company and will appear in Petrie Magistrates Court on February 23.

Saturday, 21

Youth charged over imitation gun, Acacia Ridge - Armed robbery charges, Tugun - Fraud charges, Doomadgee Youth charged over imitation gun, Acacia Ridge: A 16-year-old boy has been charged with going armed in public to cause fear and common assault after an incident at Acacia Ridge last night. He has been released on bail and is due to appear in the Brisbane Children’s Court on February 6.

Charges – Sexual assault, Cairns - Charges, Armed robbery with violence, Indooroopilly 1997 - Youth pulls gun, Acacia Ridge - Youth pulls gun, Acacia Ridge - Armed robbery, Tugun Charges – Sexual assault, Cairns: A 19-year-old man will appear in Cairns Magistrates Court today charged with one count each of deprivation of liberty, rape and torture, and three counts of assault occasioning bodily harm. This follows the assault of an 18-year-old woman in Abbot Street, Cairns around 9am yesterday.

Friday, 20

Chelmer Police College Closes Residential Training Facilities The Queensland Police Service has announced the heritage-listed Police College in Chelmer will no longer offer residential courses, due to fire safety concerns.

Dial-in-a-druggie campaign - Clandestine Labs As part of their dial-in-a-druggie campaign, Toowoomba District police are encouraging residents to be aware of suspicious activity or chemical odours in their area as it may be a sign of a clandestine amphetamine lab.

Fatal accident Aspley A 19-year-old man was killed a short time ago when a van overturned in Aspley.

Media Conference - Street kids march in Australia Day Parade A media conference will be held this afternoon in relation to Brisbane City Beat the Streets project.

Eight Mile Plains break and enter- Media Conference A media conference will be held this afternoon in relation to a break and enter at Eight Mile Plains last night.

Don’t be silent about drugs in your community Police are urging Toowoomba residents to join with them in a campaign to crack down on drug-related offences.

Correction - Operation Back to School launch A media conference will be held at 10:30am today, not 10:00am, as initially advised.

Charges – Armed robbery, Dakabin and Kallangur - Fatal traffic incident – Ashmore - Break and enter – Eight Mile Plains Charges – Armed robbery, Dakabin and Kallangur: A 24-year-old man from Woodford was arrested over two incidents and charged with two counts of robbery with actual violence and one count of enter premises with intent. This follows the armed robbery of a 63-year-old woman at Kallangur on January 8 and the armed robbery of the IGA store on Whitehorse Road, Dakabin on January 10. The man is due to appear in Petrie Magistrates Court on February 23.

Thursday, 19

Man arrested after three robberies Police today arrested and charged a man over a string of robberies committed from Logan to Toowoomba in recent days.

Toowoomba robbery arrests Two men have been charged and a third is currently being questioned in relation to the robbery of the Stock Exchange Hotel in Toowoomba on Tuesday night.

Drug arrest, Surfers Paradise Police this morning executed a search warrant at a Surfers Paradise unit where they allegedly located a quantity of methylamphetamine.

Operation Back to School launch A media conference will be held tomorrow, Friday January 20 in relation to the commencement of Operation Back to School. The aim of the operation is to remind motorists to slow down and obey road safety laws, particularly around school zones.

Police seek witnesses to Kangaroo Point traffic incident Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious accident at Kangaroo Point yesterday morning where a 37-year-old woman was struck by a vehicle.

Man charged – Coolum Police have charged a 30-year-old man following an incident at a Coolum residence on Wednesday, January 18 about 3.00am.

Drugs located, Surfers Paradise Police executed a search warrant at a Surfers Paradise highrise unit this morning and located a quantity of drugs.  Investigations are continuing and currently there a number of people assisting police with their inquiries.

Arrest – Loganlea - Armed Robbery - Kuraby Arrest – Loganlea: Yesterday afternoon Police arrested and charged three men as a result of investigations into the break and enter of a residence in Rochedale on Tuesday, January 17. Two men from Loganlea aged 18 and 20 and a 19-year-old man from The Gap are due to appear in Beenleigh Magistrates court today. Each offender was charged with two counts each of deprivation of liberty and assault occasioning bodily harm and one count each of produce a dangerous drug, possession of a dangerous drug and possession of anything used in the commission of a crime. The men also received an additional charge of enter dwelling, the 18-year-old charged with one count of enter dwelling with intent to commit an indictable offence, the 19-year-old with one count of enter dwelling at night used violence in company and the 20-year-old with one count of enter dwelling at night used personal violence.

Wednesday, 18

Missing Person – Mareeba Police at Mareeba have launched an investigation into the disappearance of a 44-year-old Melbourne woman who visited the region late last year but failed to catch a return flight earlier this week.

Reward, Deception Bay double murder- Media Conference A media conference will be held this Thursday in relation to a $250 000 reward for information about the murder of April and Ian Bailey and the arson of the residence at 20 Warren Crescent, Deception Bay on May 28, 2004.

Reward for information- Deception Bay double murder The Queensland Government is offering a reward of $250 000 for information leading to a conviction for an unsolved double murder.   April Bailey, 31, and her 29-year-old brother Ian were found dead in the shell of their home in Warren Crescent, Deception Bay following a massive fire just after 2pm on Friday May 28, 2004.

Palm Beach arrest Palm Beach Police have today made a further arrest in relation to a party that escalated into a serious street disturbance at Palm Beach over the weekend.

Fatal traffic accident, Rolleston The man involved in a single vehicle prime mover accident at Rolleston this morning has died.

Traffic accident, Rolleston A man is in a critical condition following a single vehicle accident at Rolleston this morning.

Robbery, New Farm About 4:00 this morning a 25-year-old man was robbed while in his truck at New Farm.

Gateway Bridge closure A fuel tanker has hit a toll barrier on the northbound lanes of the Gateway Motorway Bridge, Murrarie.

School vandalism – Gulliver, Aitkenvale - Logging truck crash – north of Ingham - Minor injury traffic accident – Annandale School vandalism – Gulliver, Aitkenvale: Police are investigating two separate vandalism attacks on Townsville schools overnight. In one attack three windows were smashed in a music room at Pimlico High School, Fulham Road, Gulliver overnight. Vandals have also caused graffiti damage to the Aitkenvale Special School. No offenders have apprehended in relation to either incident.

Armed robbery at sports club – Upper Mt Gravatt - Hotel robbery – Toowoomba Armed robbery at sports club – Upper Mt Gravatt:  Police are hunting for three men who robbed the Southern Cross Sports Club on the corner of Klumpp and Logan Roads, Upper Mt Gravatt last night. The men used pieces of timber to smash through a front glass door to the premises about 11pm shortly after closing. They ordered three staff members onto the floor before taking a large sum of cash. They exited through the smashed door and were not seen further. Noone was hurt during the incident. The offenders were described being of Caucasian appearance, in their late teens and had hoods or items of clothing over their heads during the robbery.

Tuesday, 17

Photos available from armed robbery, Kuraby Security photos are available following the armed robbery of the Oz Fuel petrol station on Compton Road, Kuraby about 12.40 this morning.

Attempted murder charge – Broadbeach - Assault and robbery – Algester - Armed Robbery - Kuraby Media Advisory

Monday, 16

Fatal traffic accident, Cunnamulla Police are investigating a fatal single vehicle traffic accident on the Mitchell Highway, Cunnamulla this afternoon.

Fatal traffic accident, Caboolture Police are currently at the scene of a fatal single vehicle traffic accident at Caboolture.

Benarkin man charged with drugs and tainted cash A 41-year-old Benarkin man will appear in the Nanango Magistrates Court in February charged with drug offences and tainted property after police found drugs and thousands of dollars cash believed to be tainted.

Volunteers making a difference The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is looking to expand the Volunteers in Policing (VIP) program in the Toowoomba, Ipswich, Warwick, Roma and Dalby districts.

Security footage available, Tanah Merah armed robbery Police have released security footage of an armed robbery at the AUR Food Store on Tansey Drive, Tanah Merah on January 14.

Second body located – Gayndah weir The body a second man missing from a boating mishap at the Gayndah Weir over the weekend was located this morning.

Fatal traffic incident – Halifax, near Ingham - Armed Robbery – Bellbird Park - Attempted armed robbery - Northgate - Fatal farm accident – Roma Fatal traffic incident – Halifax, near Ingham: Police from Ingham are investigating the death of a 17-year-old youth in a car accident at Halifax last night. It’s believed the male victim was the driver of an early model Fairlane sedan which ran out of control and rolled about 9:30pm on Mona Road. A 17-year-old male passenger was uninjured but was taken to Ingham Hospital for observation. It’s believed the driver wasn’t wearing a seatbelt.

Sunday, 15

Fatal traffic incident – Halifax Traffic Police from Ingham are investigating the death of a 17-year-old youth in a car accident at Halifax this evening.

Missing woman, Windsor - Search for missing man, Gayndah - Robbery with violence arrest, Rockhampton - Drug charges, Conondale (near Maleny) Missing woman, Windsor: Police have released photos of the missing woman, Sallie Shantal Pearce and her 16-month-old son who were last seen at Windsor on January 13. She is also known as Sallie Shantal Rossen and is described as being of African appearance, 168cm tall, brown eyes with braided long brown hair. She has a slim build and is believed to be six months pregnant. Media can obtain a photo of the missing woman by phoning Police Media on 3015 2444.

Rape arrest, Mareeba Police have charged a 35-year-old man following the alleged rape of a 64-year-old woman early this morning.

Missing woman and son, Windsor Police hold concerns for a missing 30-year-old pregnant woman and her 16-month-old son who were last seen on January 13.

Rescue of paraglider Police and SES officers have spent the morning locating and rescuing a paraglider after a gliding incident earlier today.

Intent to rape charge, Townsville Police have charged a 24-year-old man following the alleged attempted rape of a 19-year-old woman at North Ward last night.

Body located Gayndah weir Police and SES officers have located the body of a male believed to be one of the two men missing after their boat struck a pole and catapulted them into the Claude Warton Weir late last night.

Highway reopens after truck rollover Toowoomba Police advise that the Toowoomba Range on the Warrego Highway has reopened after a semi-trailer rolled about 1:05 this morning.

Search for missing men – Gayndah - Street disturbance – Palm Beach - Truck rollover – Toowoomba Range - Armed robbery - Tanah Merah Search for missing men – Gayndah: Water Police are expected to arrive at Gayndah, west of Bundaberg this morning to assist in the search for two men, aged 25 and 34, missing after boating mishap at the Claude Wharton Weir on the Burnett River at about 10pm last night. A runabout with an outboard motor was found on the weir after the alarm was raised by a third man, 29, who had been with the boating party. Police, QAS, QFRS and SES attended the scene, lighting the area and using a search and rescue boat. All three men are believed to be locals.

Truck rollover closes highway Toowoomba Police advise that the downward lanes of the range road will be closed indefinitely while efforts are made to salvage a semi-trailer which rolled there about 1:05 this morning.

Search for missing men - Gayndah Police, the QFRS and local SES volunteers are searching for two men missing after boating mishap at the Gayndah Weir, Gayndah north-west of Gympie about 10pm, Saturday.

Saturday, 14

Fatal Accident, Talwood A 21-year-old man was killed in a traffic accident on Talwood-Mungindi Road at Talwood early this morning.

Internet procurement charge, Cairns A Cairns man has been charged in relation to alleged attempts to procure children for sex via the internet.

Search warrants executed, Gold Coast Seven people are due to appear in court on drug and other charges following the execution of a search warrant at a Gold Coast venue this morning.

Large diesel spill, Bruce Highway Police wish to advise residents of a large diesel spill on the Bruce Highway between Gordonvale and Edmonton.

Stabbing – Coolangatta - Hotel assault – Logan Village - Serious arson, Burpengary - Bus crash, Babinda - Bomb hoax arrest, Fortitude Valley - Armed robbery arrest, Rainbow Beach - Tourist bus crash, near Babinda Stabbing – Coolangatta:   Detectives from Burleigh Heads CIB are investigating the stabbing of a 21-year-old Tweed Heads man during a disturbance at Coolangatta about 11:30 last night. The victim was taken to the Tweed Heads Hospital after receiving two stab wounds during an altercation with another male outside a 7-Eleven store on Griffith Street. Police have not yet been able speak to the victim who was expected to undergo surgery this morning.  Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Lane closure – Toowoomba Range Police advise that westbound lanes on the Toowoomba range will be closed to traffic from 2:00am for about 90 minutes to allow the transit of a wide load.

Friday, 13

Murder charge, Rockhampton A 55-year-old man has been charged with murder after the body of a 34-year-old man was found at a North Rockhampton home on Wednesday.

Comfit available- assault, Burleigh Heads Comfit available- assault, Burleigh Heads

Tracking last movements of Rockhampton man Rockhampton Police are trying to piece together the last movements of a 34-year-old man who was found dead at a North Rockhampton home on Wednesday.

Media opportunity – murder of Safik Mohammed, Inala Media opportunity – murder of Safik Mohammed, Inala

Residents urged to lock up and prevent ‘sneak breaks’ Police are again urging people to ensure they properly secure their homes, cars and valuables after a number of ‘sneak breaks’ occurred in the last week in the Brisbane West District.

American citizen killed in accident near Mackay A man was killed this morning when he was thrown from his vehicle in Middlemount, near Mackay.

Bag snatches, Auchenflower and Toowong Police are trying to locate two men following two bag snatching incidents at Auchenflower and Toowong yesterday.

Fatal road crash – Babinda Police are currently at the scene of a fatal road smash on the Bruce Highway about three kilometres north of Babinda near Cairns.

Shooting - Broadbeach - Attempted murder – Greenslopes - Boat capsized – Wellington Point - Spate of collisions - Flooding closes road - Flooding closes road - Musterer airlifted to Townsville Shooting - Broadbeach:  Police are investigating the shooting of a man outside a nightclub at Main Place, Broadbeach early this morning. They attended the address shortly before 2am but were unable to locate either an offender or complainant. They were then advised that the victim had attended the Gold Coast Hospital about 2:20am. Detectives are now speaking to the man who is believed to have suffered wounds to his arm and stomach caused by a single shot. His condition is described as stable. Police are endeavouring to gain a description of the alleged gunman from witnesses at the scene.    Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.   Attempted murder – Greenslopes: A 29-year-old man has been charged in relation to an alleged attack on a 54-year-old man at an address in Primmer Street, Greenslopes about 10pm yesterday. The alleged victim suffered a fractured rib and punctured lung in the incident and was taken to the Princess Alexandra Hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition. A man was taken to the Brisbane City Watchhouse and will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court today charged with attempted murder and causing grievous bodily harm.

Townsville overnight roundup Spate of collisions: Police are urging motorists to exercise caution following a series of eight separate road crashes in the twin cities since yesterday morning. The first accident was reported at 8:15am January 12, in Railway Estate followed by collisions in Aitkenvale, Magnetic Island, Currajong, Vincent and Garbutt. Minor injuries were reported in two collisions with a 47-year-old woman being freed from one vehicle on Railway Avenue by QFRS officers using cutting equipment.

Thursday, 12

Appeal to Locate Man on Murder Arrest Warrant NSW Police are appealing for public assistance in locating a man who currently has a warrant out for his arrest for murder.

Suspicious incident, Rochedale South Police are investigating a complaint made by a 15-year-old girl that a man attempted to entice her into a car last night.

Wilful damage – Numinbah Valley - Death of motorcyclist - Ripley Wilful damage – Numinbah Valley: A 31-year-old man is expected to appear in Southport Magistrates Court this morning charged over an incident at Natural Bridge, Numinbah Valley yesterday afternoon. It’s alleged that about 3:30pm the man, who was driving a Ford Fairlane sedan, tailgated a group of three tourists driving a Ford Capri convertible. When the tourists reached Natural Bridge car park they left their vehicle. It is alleged the man then slashed their car’s tyres with a knife and ripped the fabric roof. He was still at the scene when police arrived. He was taken to Southport Watchhouse and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, assault, wilful damage, stealing and going armed in public to cause fear.

Wednesday, 11

Charge for bomb hoax A woman has been charged in relation to a bomb hoax yesterday which resulted in the closure of the Ipswich Transit Centre, Ipswich Court House and the Yamanto Police Complex.

Calamvale robber strikes again The man who backed a utility into a Calamvale chemist this morning struck a second time hours later in Springwood.

Fraudulent cheque arrests Three men were arrested yesterday after allegedly netting over $100,000 from fraudulent cheques.

Charges, armed robbery Caltex, Condon Police have charged two men from Deeragun following the armed robbery of the Caltex service station on Upper Ross River Road, Condon about 1am yesterday.

Washed cheques arrests - media conference Three people were arrested yesterday after allegedly netting over $100,000 from stolen and washed cheques.

Missing person located, Greenslopes Police wish to advise a 79-year-old Greenslopes man missing since yesterday morning has been located.

Fatal traffic accident, Bundaberg An elderly man has died after being struck by a motorcycle at Bundaberg this morning.

Armed robbery, Dakabin - Break and enter, Kallangur - Assault, Tingalpa - Robbery, Calamvale - Stabbing, Palm Island - UPDATE - Robbery, Calamvale - Pursuit, Toowoomba - Missing man, Greenslopes - CLARIFICATION – Assault, Tingalpa - Fatal traffic accident, Ripley - Charges over assault and attempted arson, Tingalpa - Charges over armed robbery, Condon Armed robbery, Dakabin: About 8.00 last night, a male armed with a knife entered the IGA store on Whitehorse Road, Dakabin. He approached the female attendant and demanded money from the cash registers. The man leaned over the counter, grabbed the money and left the store. The offender was wearing a beanie with holes cut out, pulled down over his face. No one was injured in the robbery.

Tuesday, 10

Fatal road crash – Deception Bay A 32-year-old Deception Bay man died in a road crash at the intersection of Deception Bay Road and Krause Street at 4:40 this afternoon.

Further charges – Moorooka crash Police investigating a fatal road crash at Moorooka on January 9 have laid additional charges against one of four alleged occupants of the vehicle who appeared in the Western Districts Magistrates Court, Richlands this morning.

Concerns for missing man Police are concerned for the welfare of a 49-year-old Mackay man who has been missing since December last year.

Attempted robbery, Maroochydore This afternoon police charged a 25-year-old man from Bli Bli following the attempted robbery of the National Australia Bank on Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore today.

Missing bushwalkers located Two bushwalkers who have been missing at Mount Barney since Sunday January 8, have been found safe and well.

Police appealing to good Samaritan Police are appealing to two good Samaritans who assisted a 26-year-old man who was seriously assaulted at Burleigh Heads in the early hours of New Years Day to come forward.

Mount Barney search update Police with members of the State Emergency Service are continuing to coordinate a search for two missing bushwalkers at Mount Barney.

Search for missing bushwalkers to resume, Mount Barney - Armed robbery, Condon - Arson, Beachmere - Charges after pursuit, Mackay - Robbery with Violence, Booval - Further charges, Moorooka Search for missing bushwalkers to resume, Mount Barney: The search for two men missing while bushwalking in Mount Barney National Park on Sunday, January 8 will re-commence this morning. The search, involving police, State Emergency Service (SES) personnel and the Careflight helicopter was called off yesterday due to poor light and will resume at 6.30 this morning. An SES presence was maintained at Yellow Pinch carpark overnight in case the walkers emerged. The alarm was raised late Sunday afternoon when the men, aged in their 30’s, failed to re-unite with two other members of their walking group. The group had been attempting to climb to the east peak of Mount Barney when they became separated. A man and woman turned around and made their way back to the carpark after it began to rain. The two missing men continued on.

Monday, 9

Update: Charges, Moorooka - Update: Robbery, Bellbird Park Update: Charges, Moorooka:  This afternoon police have charged four men following a fatal traffic incident in the early hours of this morning.

Search for missing bushwalkers – Mount Barney Queensland Police along with State Emergency Service (SES) personnel from Beaudesert have been searching for two Brisbane men who failed to return from a bushwalk at Mount Barney late yesterday, Sunday January 8.

Photo available of shark attack victim, Sarah Whiley A photo of shark attack victim Sarah Whiley is available from Police Media.

Police plea to Queensland motorists It is time for Queenslanders to take a stance against the senseless carnage on our roads Deputy Police Commissioner Dick Conder said today.

Inala murder media conference Media are invited to attend a media conference in relation to the murder of Safik Mohammed last Thursday at Inala.

Christmas Road Safety Campaign media debrief Media are invited to attend a media conference in relation to the close of the National Christmas Road Safety Campaign which officially finished at 11.59pm on January 6.

Fatal traffic accident, Moorooka - Girl struck by car, Townsville - Burglary, Keperra - Armed robbery, Kallangur - Charges over attempted arson, Fortitude Valley - Charges over assault, Gladstone Fatal traffic accident, Moorooka: An 18-year-old man died in a single vehicle traffic accident which occurred on Beaudesert Road, Moorooka about 2.00 this morning. The man was a passenger, travelling in a stolen Hyundai sedan with four other males. The group were wanted for questioning by police in relation to a number of break and enter incidents. Police attempted to intercept the vehicle and a short pursuit followed. The vehicle hit a median strip and flipped over onto the oth