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Ipswich detectives investigating a traffic incident in which a projectile was fired into a car at Redbank Plains on October 29 have released details of a vehicle of interest.
A verbal altercation occurred around 3.15pm on Monday, October 29 between the drivers of two vehicles on Henty Drive, Redbank Plains.
Following the altercation one of the vehicles followed the other to nearby Jack Drive. The first vehicle pulled over and police will allege the second vehicle fired a projectile, hitting the tyre of the first car.
The offending vehicle then sped off.
Police have released CCTV vision of the Mazda 3, see below link.
No one was physically injured, and police investigations are continuing.
Police have been unable to locate this vehicle and are seeking assistance from the community to help locate the car. If you have seen this vehicle or know the whereabouts of this vehicle, please contact police.

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If you were driving down Wynnum Road, Cannon Hill last night you could hardly miss us!
The first of our road safety events occurred last night as part of Operation Wake Up and we are pleased to say that results were overwhelmingly positive!
2,334 people took part in random breath testing during the night with no one being found to be driving over the limit.
Operation Wake Up!
Unfortunately, three people returned a positive indication for driving under the influence of a drug. It’s unfortunate because two of our fatal crashes this year involved driving under the influence of drugs.
Police will await further analysis of these tests before charges are laid. Following a positive laboratory result, motorists will be notified and charged with a traffic offence for drug driving.
Operation Wake Up, was launched yesterday by the District Officer of South Brisbane District, Acting Chief Superintendent Virginia Nelson to address our increase in fatal traffic crashes

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Police investigating an attempted unlawful use of a motor vehicle in Upper Mount Gravatt shopping centre on Wednesday, November 7 have released vision of a man who may be assist with their inquires.
Around 1.43pm, a woman was attempting to start her car when she was approached by a man who attempted to steal it.
The woman was about to place her child in rear seat of the black C200 Series Mercedes after turning the sedan on when the man approached the vehicle.
The man opened the front door of the vehicle before sitting in the front seat and putting it into drive.
The woman was able to stop the man before alerting a member of the public nearby.
As a result the man fled on foot towards the busway.
No one was physically injured as a result.
Police are appealing for anyone that may know the man (pictured) or witnessed the incident to contact them.
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Yesterday, South Brisbane District launched Operation Wake Up, which is designed to create a visible police presence in and around South Brisbane District roads to promote positive driving behaviour and address road fatalities within the District.
As part of this operation, the Mount Gravatt and Riverside Crime Prevention Unit volunteers and police are hitting school zones around our policing district over the coming weeks in our ‘Pace Car’.
This passive enforcement activity is designed specifically for school zones to encourage drivers to reduce their speed and be cognisant of the 40km/hr speed limit during school times.
Keep posted for more activities associated with Operation Wake Up.

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Two teenage boys were seriously assaulted during an overnight robbery at Greenslopes.
Around midnight three teenage boys were walking outbound on Logan Road, near the intersection with Bardsley Road, when they were approached from behind by two men and demands made for property.
One of the teens managed to run off however the remaining boys, both aged 17, were assaulted with one being struck about the head several times with a handgun, causing lacerations to his forehead and ear, and the other stabbed twice in the back.
The men then stole personal property including a wallet, smart phone and a bag before fleeing on foot and possibly entering a dark coloured vehicle parked nearby.
Around 00:05am a passing police patrol spotted a blue sedan on Logan Road, near the intersection with Chatsworth Road. Police performed a u-turn in an attempt to intercept the vehicle however it could no longer be sighted and before police

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Detectives are investigating after four men forcefully entered a home in Sunnybank Hills last night and assaulted the occupants.
Around 9.30pm, the men wearing hooded jumpers and covering their faces entered while two occupants were home.
The occupants, a 21-year-old male and a 19-year-old female, were assaulted with weapons.
The men demanded property and the occupants complied before fleeing on foot.
The male occupant sustained minor cuts to his face and back.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
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.
Quote this reference number: QP1802121297

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Queensland Police were once again invited to join Islamic leaders (Imams), Officers from the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and local politicians in a ‘five-a-side’ round robin football tournament to celebrate the fourth Anniversary of the Bosnian Islamic Centre, Eight Miles Plains.
The QPS team showcased some creative footwork during their matches but ultimately fell short during a penalty shootout against the AFP, who would go onto meet the Imams on their home turf in the grand final.
Despite the AFP’s valiant efforts, the Imams proved too strong and claimed a well-deserved 5-1 victory.
The trophy presentation
The politicians were once again the perennial wooden spooners with no wins and no goals scored.
The Team Captain and State Member for Stretton Duncan Pegg  MP committed to bringing a more competitive team in 2019.
Federal Member for Moreton Graham Perrett MP begrudgingly accepted the ‘award’ on behalf of the team.
Accepting the wooden spoon
Player of the tournament was Imam Ibrahim

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Operation Wake Up will run for two-months between November and December 2018 and will focus on reducing road fatalities on South Brisbane District roads.
In 2017, there were 13 fatalities on South Brisbane roads, this year South Brisbane District has had 16 fatal crashes which has resulted in 18 fatalities.
Operation Wake Up has been designed in coordination with a Fatal Crash Analysis and the data from a Victim Profile Analysis.
The analyses have indicated that out of the 18 fatalities this year, 14 have been male with the average age being 43 years old.
Of these victims, 13 lived within the South Brisbane District and 5 were from outside the district.
In all cases, drivers who caused the fatal crashes had a traffic history, majority for speeding offences.
Operation Wake Up intends to create a visible police presence in and around South Brisbane District roads to promote positive driving behaviour.
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Police are appealing for public assistance to help identify a man who may be able to assist with enquiries in relation to a robbery in Sunnybank last night.
Shortly after 10pm, a woman walking along Narooma Street was approached by a man who has stolen her handbag.
After a brief struggle, the man forcibly took the handbag from the woman and fled to a waiting vehicle before driving off.
No one was injured during the incident.
Any members of the public who can assist with information about the incident are asked to contact police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
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.
Quote this reference number: QP1802114265

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Detectives are investigating after a woman was robbed and assaulted in South Brisbane last night.
Preliminary information suggests around 10pm a 35-year-old woman had just stepped off a ferry and was walking in Orleigh Park near Orleigh Road when it will be alleged a group of juveniles approached and assaulted her.
It will further be alleged the woman was punched, kicked and dragged towards the Brisbane River before she was able to break free.
The woman’s iPad was stolen when the youths fled on foot.
The injured woman was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital with facial injuries and lacerations.
A short time later the Police Dog Squad was able to locate and arrested three teenagers in a nearby street.
The woman’s iPad was also located.
A 14-year-old boy and two girls, aged 14 and 15, have been charged with one count each of robbery.
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