Brisbane detectives are investigating after a man was allegedly set on fire, sustaining life threatening injuries at Capalaba this morning.
Preliminary information suggests a 65-year-old man was asleep in bed at a Teesdale Road residence around 9am when an accelerant was poured on him.
The man ran from the residence with the flames extinguished by members of the public and emergency services called.
The man is currently in the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.
A 34-year-old man, known to the 65-year-old man, is currently assisting police with their investigations.
A crime scene has been declared at the Teesdale Road residence.
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.
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Armed robberies, Brisbane south
Police are investigating following two armed robberies at fast food stores on Brisbane’s south side this evening.
Around 6.50pm a man entered a takeaway food store on Fegen Street in Moorooka armed with a knife and threatened a male employee, demanding money.
The employee was unable to open the store till and instead gave the man a small amount of money from his own wallet.
The man then fled the scene.
At around 7.30pm it is believed the same man entered a takeaway shop on Old Cleveland Road at Camp Hill.
The man produced a knife and demanded cash from the male attendant.
The attendant complied and the man fled the scene along Bennetts Road with a sum of money.
No one was injured as a result of either incident.
Anyone who may have witnessed the offences or have further information is urged to contact Policelink or Crime Stoppers.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131
Grievous bodily harm, Alexandra Hills
A man has been charged following investigations into an alleged unlawful wounding incident at Alexandra Hills last night.
Around 11.15pm, it will be alleged a 26-year-old man was a guest at a home in McMillan Road consuming alcohol with a number of other people.
A short time later, a man who lived at the address returned home after work, when it will be alleged a verbal altercation occurred between the pair.
It will further be alleged the altercation escalated and turned physical, with the 26-year-old producing a knife.
As a result, the 24-year-old resident sustained a serious injury and lost the top of one finger requiring him to be transported to a Brisbane hospital for treatment.
The 26-year-old man fled the scene and was located by police at a Capalaba address and arrested.
He has been charged with one count of grievous bodily harm and is due to appear in the Cleveland Magistrates Court today.
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Serious traffic crash, Richlands
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a serious traffic crash which occurred on the Centenary Motorway at Richlands this evening.
Preliminary information suggests around 5.30pm a man exited his vehicle after pulling over in a service lane westbound on the motorway.
A car also travelling westbound entered the service lane at speed and struck the man.
The 27-year-old man received serious injuries and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
The 47-year-old male driver of the other vehicle received minor injuries.
Investigations are continuing.
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.
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 restricted computer system whilst on duty.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when an officer faces serious allegations of misconduct. This does not mean that the allegations against the officer have been substantiated.
Information about the Queensland Police Service Integrity framework can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/corporatedocs/reportsPublications/other/Documents/QPS-ESC-Integrity-Framework.pdf
Information about compliments and complaints can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/online/ComplimentsandComplaints.htm
Thanks Tom for 15 years of voluntary service
On Saturday August 26, the Queensland Police Service were able to say thank-you to Tom Searles who has been volunteering his time with the service for the past 15 years.
The awesome staff at the Brisbane Lions assisted the QPS in their appreciation by highlighting Tom’s 15 years of voluntary service through a series of photographs on the big screen at half-time.
Tom commenced in the ‘Volunteers in Policing Program in 2002’ and continues in this role today.
He is highly regarded by the police and other volunteers he works alongside. Tom is loyal, hard-working, a friend to many and he is very passionate about helping the police to reduce crime and making the community a safer place.
Tom is a regular volunteer at sporting events held at the Gabba working closely with local police and engaging with members of the sporting community.
The Queensland Police Service are very grateful for the time that volunteers give
Serious assault, Inala
Police are investigating after a man and woman were assaulted at a residence in Inala last night.
Preliminary information suggests around 10.10pm two women became involved in an argument with a man and a woman at a Lorikeet Street address.
The women left the house and returned a short time later with some male associates who allegedly assaulted the man they had been arguing with, hitting him numerous times with a metal pole, rock and chain.
One woman then allegedly assaulted the other female by punching and head butting her in the face.
The two victims managed to flee the scene and call for help.
A 41-year-old man was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital with a serious head wound along with a 19-year-old woman who sustained broken teeth from the incident.
Police attended the scene and located a 24-year-old woman with a head injury. She was transported to QEII Hospital for further treatment and is currently
Update: Robbery with violence, Sunnybank
Detectives investigating the robbery of a 70-year-old woman in Sunnybank on August 28 have released a comfit of a man which may be able to assist with their inquiries.
Preliminary information indicates around 10.30pm the woman was parked in her car at an address on Aminta Street.
After exiting her vehicle she was approached by a young male who demanded she hand over her wallet
Another man then approached her from behind, grabbed her handbag and attempted to pull it from her shoulder.
The woman called for help and during the struggle she fell to the ground, causing injury.
The two men then fled the scene with the woman’s wallet.
She was transported to Greenslopes Hospital for further assessment.
The men are described as possibly teenagers, Caucasian in appearance and were wearing dark clothing.
It is possible they were travelling in a dark coloured Mitsubishi Lancer or Mazda 3 which had been parked on nearby Comley Street.
Police have
Robbery with violence, Sunnybank
Police are investigating after a 70-year-old woman was robbed and assaulted by two men in Sunnybank last night.
Preliminary information indicates around 10.30pm the woman parked her car at an address on Aminta Street.
After exiting her vehicle she was approached by a young male who demanded she hand over her wallet.
Another man then approached her from behind, grabbed her handbag and attempted to pull it from her shoulder.
The woman called for help and during the struggle she fell to the ground, causing injury.
The two men then fled the scene with the woman’s wallet.
She was transported to Greenslopes Hospital for further assessment.
The men are described as possibly teenagers, Caucasian in appearance and were wearing dark clothing.
It is possible they were travelling in a dark coloured Mitsubishi Lancer or Mazda 3 which had been parked on nearby Coomley Street.
Anyone who may have further information relating to the incident or any nearby residents who
“Out and about” in Sunnybank
“Coffee with a Cop” together with “Road Safety Awareness Week” provided the perfect combination for members of the Queensland Police Service to promote, encourage, engage and enjoy conversation with local members of the Sunnybank Community. A fantastic community response resulted in the distribution of road safety messages and resources.
The South Brisbane District Crime Prevention Unit would like to acknowledge Kafe Café for wonderful coffee, great location and willingness to support this community event.
A big thanks to police from the local area, members of the road policing unit, our Police Liaison Officers and a special ‘shout out’ to our dedicated and supportive Volunteers in Policing.