Assault charges, Ipswich Police have today charged a man after a complaint was made in relation to an assault at a football game in Ipswich on August 19. Around 1pm a 20-year-old Margate man was playing football at Limestone Park when he was knocked to the ground in accordance with the rules. Whilst on the […]
August 2017
Cyber safety talk for Eton District Schools
Cyber safety talk for Eton District Schools On Thursday August 31, I visited grade five and six students from Oakenden State School, Homebush State School and North Eton State School attended the Eton State School for a presentation on cyber safety. The students and I discussed what they do and say online, and who they […]
Tablelands overnight wrap, Thursday August 31
Tablelands overnight wrap, Thursday August 31 Public nuisance charge, Atherton: Atherton Police today charged a 26-year-old Atherton man with one count each of public nuisance, wilful damage, stealing and obstructing police. It’s alleged the Atherton man created a public nuisance in Albrecht Street, Atherton by jumping on a picnic table and swearing. It’s further alleged […]
The very tired thief, North Mackay
The very tired thief, North Mackay Forget the Very Hungry Caterpillar… We’re talking about a Very Tired Thief. Everyone appreciates a really good sleep. Even burglars. A business on McCulloch Street in North Mackay was burgled between 5:10pm on August 30 and 7:50am on August 31. Twelve mattresses and one universal bed frame were stolen […]
Fake trader websites – don’t be a victim!
Fake trader websites – don’t be a victim! Following the arrest of two people for their alleged role in a series of “fake trader websites” which offered heavily discounted outdoor furniture, BBQs, fitness equipment and outdoor marine motors, police are concerned the public is at risk from a new set of similar websites. Between January […]
Serious traffic crash, Garbutt
Serious traffic crash, Garbutt Police are investigating after a man was seriously injured this morning in Garbutt. Officers were called to the corner of Hugh and Montgomery streets at 9.35am after a man was struck by a truck. He has been taken to hospital with serious head injuries. The Forensic Crash Unit remain on the […]
Gold Coast District honours and awards presented for outstanding bravery, commitment and service
Gold Coast District honours and awards presented for outstanding bravery, commitment and service Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services and Minister for Corrective Services Mark Ryan and Commissioner Ian Stewart have congratulated officers, a civilian and police dogs from the Gold Coast District who received medals, certificates and awards at a ceremony held at […]
Police officer suspended, Brisbane Region
Police officer suspended, Brisbane Region A 42-year-old male senior constable from the Brisbane Region has been suspended from the Queensland Police Service. The officer is the subject of an investigation in relation to off-duty conduct involving allegations of inappropriate behaviour including assault and domestic violence, offences against the Telecommunications Act and improper access to a […]
Can you guess what driving offence 85 drivers were caught doing this August?
Can you guess what driving offence 85 drivers were caught doing this August? Take out your wallet or purse. Remove your driver licence. Check your expiry date. Eighty-five drivers have been caught driving on Mackay police district roads with expired licences in August. A small number of these drivers admitted to us that they knew […]
Cairns overnight media wrap, Thursday August 31
Cairns overnight media wrap, Thursday August 31 Weapons and vehicle offences, Coen: A 28-year-old Whyanbeel man was charged early yesterday morning following a bizarre series of incidents near the Cape York township of Coen on the previous afternoon. At around 2pm on Tuesday afternoon, Coen police attempted to intercept a ute travelling southbound on the Peninsula […]
