Police are busy preparing to ensure one of Brisbane’s biggest events, Riverfire, is safe and secure for everyone heading out to watch the fireworks spectacle.
Acting Chief Superintendent Tony Fleming, the Riverfire Commander, said around half a million people were expected to line the banks of Brisbane River for the celebration.
“We are well-versed in planning and preparing for major events, and Riverfire is no exception,” Acting Chief Superintendent Fleming said.
“We will have extra police on patrol throughout the city, South Bank, Kangaroo Point and other vantage points across Brisbane.
“I am urging everyone coming into the city tomorrow to allow extra travel time. Public transport will be your best option, remembering that major road and bridge closures will come into effect from Saturday afternoon.
“Riverfire spectators should also drink responsibly and only within designated areas.
“Everyone heading to Southbank should be aware that it will be fenced off and drinking alcohol there is not
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Armed robbery, Calamvale
Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man involved in an armed robbery at a Calamvale hotel overnight.
Just before 9:25pm, a man entered the licensed premises on Compton Road and threatened a staff member with a knife.
The man stole a sum of money and fled on foot towards the vicinity of a fast food restaurant car park.
The man was described to be about 173cm tall, with a proportionate build, possible tattoo on his left lower arm, red hair, brown eyes, fair skin and had a foreign accent. He was wearing long black pants and long dark sleeve top and black gloves.
The 18-year-old male staff member was not physically injured.
Anyone with information that could help identify the men are urged to contact police.
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Update 2 – Cold case homicide investigation
A second man has today been charged with murder following the death of Jay Brogden in Airlie Beach in 2007
As part of the investigation by members of the Homicide Investigation Unit and Whitsunday CIB detectives, the man was extradited from New South Wales yesterday over his alleged role in the murder.
The 33-year-old man was originally arrested in Coffs Harbour on March 26 by the New South Wales Police Force on unrelated matters.
He has been charged with one count of murder.
The man is expected to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court this morning.
Investigations remain ongoing.
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: QP0700083944
Update: Armed robbery, Kangaroo Point
Detectives investigating the armed robbery of a hotel in Kangaroo Point last night have charged a man.
Police will allege around 7.30pm a man entered the business on Main Street, armed with a knife.
The man allegedly demanded money from a staff member in the gaming area of the hotel before fleeing the scene with a sum of cash.
No one was physically injured during the robbery.
As a result of their investigations officers took a man into custody in Albion at around 7.00pm tonight.
A 31-year-old East Brisbane man has been charged with one count of armed robbery.
He is due to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on September 27.
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
Kyabra Family Fun Day 2019
The Kyabra Community Association hosted a Family Fun Day on Wednesday, September 25, as part of Child Protection Week.
The free event featured giveaways, food, art and craft stalls with a visit by several emergency services providers including our very own Police Liaison Officers from the South Brisbane District.
Officers had the pleasure of speaking to a number of families on several crime prevention topics, taking photos with attendees and showcasing one of our local police vehicles.
Police Liaison Officer Jeong Bae said the Kyabra Association do fantastic work and we appreciate the opportunity to come out and engage with the community.
“We have been handing out plenty of resources and talking to people both young and young at heart,” Police Liaison Officer Bae said.
“I’m proud to say that our stall was extremely popular” added Jeong. “All the kids want to join the QPS!”
A special thanks to Janet Stewart from Kyabra for allowing us
Armed robbery, Kangaroo Point
Detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a hotel in Kangaroo Point overnight.
About 7.30pm a man entered the business on Main Street, armed with a knife.
The man demanded money from a staff member in the gaming area of the hotel before fleeing the scene with a sum of cash.
He was last seen running along Main Street, in the direction of the Story Bridge.
No one was physically injured during the robbery.
The man is described as Caucasian, approximately 170cm tall, of a medium build with a fair complexion, short dark hair and aged in his early 30s.
Anyone with information or dash cam vision from Main Street about 7.30pm is urged 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
Crime alert for Yeronga
Police are issuing a timely reminder to residents in the Yeronga area after a number of people have reported entry to their vehicles and items stolen.
Police were pleased to note that the majority of the targeted vehicles were secured, however valuable items remained in sight within the vehicles making them an attractive target for opportunistic thieves.
Police are investigating a number of these offences which were reported to occur between September 23 and September 24 during the evening hours.
The majority of these vehicles were entered by smashing a window and property such as bank cards, wallets, coins, cash and number plates stolen.
These incidents occurred in the following streets in Yeronga:
Yeronga Street
Nelson Street
Stevens Street
Overdean Street
Cook Street
Grosvenor Street
Shottery Street
Thieves often make use of easy opportunities to commit crime so by taking simple precautions you can help protect your vehicle and property.
Police encourage vehicles to be parked in well lit areas and to remove
Update – Grievous bodily harm, Tarragindi
Police have charged an 18-year-old man following investigations into an incident in Tarragindi overnight which resulted in three men receiving injuries.
Just before midnight, officers were called to a Denham Terrace address following reports of a disturbance which occurred during a gathering.
The disturbance allegedly became physical and then spilled out onto the street.
On arrival officers allegedly located an 18-year-old man with wounds to the side of his torso.
A 17-year-old man was allegedly located nearby on Toohey Road with a wound to his face.
An 18-year-old Woodridge man was also located on Toohey Road with a wound to his hand and was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
He has since been charged with acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm and unlawful wounding and is scheduled to appear before the Brisbane Magistrates Court on October 29.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the
Grievous bodily harm, Tarragindi
Police are investigating an incident in Tarragindi overnight which resulted in three men receiving injuries.
Just before midnight, officers were called to a Denham Terrace address following reports of a disturbance which occurred during a gathering.
The disturbance became physical and then spilled out onto the street.
On arrival officers located an 18-year-old man with wounds to the side of his torso.
A 17-year-old man was located nearby on Toohey Road with a wound to his hand, while an 18-year-old was also located in the same spot with a wound to his face.
The trio were transported to the Princess Alexandra hospital for treatment to their injuries.
Officers are seeking any attendees of the gathering who may have video, audio recordings or other information which may assist to contact them.
Investigations are continuing by detectives from the Upper Mount Gravatt Criminal Investigations Branch.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using
Armed robbery arrest, Macgregor
On Friday, September 13 at approximately 3am, a man has allegedly attended a premises on Mains Road, Macgregor and demanded property whilst threatening an employee with a baseball bat.
The employee complied with demands and the man has left the premises with a sum of money and a substantial amount of property.
The employee was not injured.
Subsequent detailed investigations by Upper Mount Gravatt Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) led police to executing a search warrant at an address in Robertson on Wednesday, September 18, where detectives located stolen property, a weapon used in the offence and other related evidence.
As a result, a 37-year-old Robertson man was subsequently charged with enter premises, armed robbery, possession of dangerous drugs and traffic related offences.
The man appeared in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on September 18 and will re-appear on October 14.
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