Update & VISION: Police officer injured, Morningside
Police have charged three men in relation to an alleged dangerous operation of a motor vehicle incident that occurred yesterday at Morningside.
At about 10.30pm at the intersection of Wynnum and Junction roads, police attempted to intercept an allegedly stolen white Audi wagon using a tyre deflation device.
It will be further alleged the driver of the vehicle changed lanes and drove towards one of the police officers, hitting the officer before colliding with a power pole.
The officer sustained a broken right leg and was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital.
A 25-year-old Deception Bay man has been charged with attempted murder, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, unlicensed driving, fail to stop and two counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.
He is expected to appear at the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday October 9.
A 29-year-old Redcliffe man, and a 29-year-old Margate man have both been charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle.
The two 29-year-old men are expected to appear at the Brisbane Magistrates Court this morning, October 7.
It will be alleged the vehicle was stolen from a Windsor house in the early hours Thursday morning.
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You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Source: Brisbane Crime Alert
