Police are investigating after a teenage girl sustained multiple stab wounds at a Wynnum residence this morning.
Officers were called to a unit complex on Emsworth Street just before 5am following reports of a disturbance.
Upon arrival police located a 17-year-old girl with a number of stab wounds to her face and back.
She was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a serious condition.
A 37-year-old woman known to the girl who was present at the scene is currently assisting police with inquiries.
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.
Quote this reference number: QP1900335731
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Update 3: Death investigation, Karawatha
Detectives continuing their investigations into the death of a 40-year-old woman at Karawatha last Saturday are appealing for public assistance to help identify a cyclist.
Police were called to a Wembley Drive address shortly after 3am on February 9 where the woman’s body was located.
As part of the ongoing investigation detectives are reviewing all available CCTV footage and attempting to identify anyone and any vehicles captured on vision in the area.
CCTV footage taken from nearby Woodridge Railway Station shows a man wearing an orange high-vis shirt cycling on Railway Parade at 3.14am.
Police continue to appeal to motorists who were travelling along Wembley Road between 2.45am and 3.20am on Saturday, February 9 to contact them.
Investigators also continue to ask anyone who was in the area with dash-cam footage to come forward.
A crime scene remains in place at the Wembley Drive rural property with specialist police including scientific, scenes of crimes officers and
QPS supports Uniforms 4 Kids
Commissioner Ian Stewart today joined police and emergency services from across the country to launch the Uniforms 4 Kids initiative at Queensland Police Service Headquarters.
Uniforms 4 Kids is a not-for-profit charity, founded by retired QPS officer Yvonne Pattinson OAM, aimed at repurposing uniforms for disadvantaged children within the community. Since the program’s inception, QPS uniforms have been repurposed for Indigenous children across Australia and also children in the Pacific Islands and Papua New Guinea.
As an Official Ambassador for the initiative, Commissioner Stewart said it was an honour to be part of such a worthwhile initiative. Today’s launch was also supported by key figures including His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC, Governer of Queensland, The Honourable Mark Ryan MP Minister for Police, The Hononourable Peter Dutton MP Minister for Home Affairs and Commissioner Andrew Colvin of the Australian Federal Police.
His Excellency the Honourable Paul de Jersey AC with volunteer
For the love of the game – BrisAsia 2019
Brisbane’s inaugural Multicultural Sports Festival took place over the weekend with local and interstate teams facing off at the iconic Eagle Sports Complex in Mansfield.
Teams representing 16 diverse nations and communities kicked, volleyed and scored goals despite the extreme conditions.
This two day event was part of Brisbane City Council’s BrisAsia Festival 2019.
Teams from Melbourne, Adelaide, the Gold Coast competed with local teams for the championship across a range of sports including football (soccer), cricket and volleyball.
Event organiser Jagdeep Singh from the Indian Cultural & Sports and Club Inc said that everyone was amazed at the events turnout.
“This tournament is a testament to our communities passion for sport and our celebrating cultural diversity.” he said.
Sergeant Jim Bellos traded in his police uniform to referee some of the intense football games.
“It is tremendous to see so many people across the nation celebrating each other’s customs, traditions and cultures through football. Respect and
Reminder! Police seeking conversations at Musgrave Park
March 3 is rolling up soon!
Be sure to save the date for your chance to connect with local police at West End’s iconic Musgrave Park.
No conversation too big! No question too small!
District Crime Prevention Coordinators (DCPC) and Volunteers in Police (ViPs) will be on hand to share crime prevention trips, provide personal safety advice and answer any questions that you may have.
Need to speak to someone in Mandarin, Cantonese or Punjabi?
We’ve got you covered as well!
Police Liaison Officers (PLOs) will be on site too.
Everyone is welcome!
Event Details:
Time: 10am – 12 Midday
When: Sunday, March 3
Where: Musgrave Park (Look for the Queensland Police Stall)
For more information, please contact Wootton.VernonJ@police.qld.gov.au
Appeal for witnesses – bicycle incident, Seven Hills
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was transported to hospital in a critical condition after falling from his bicycle on Oateson Skyline Drive, Seven Hills at around 6am today.
Several members of the public assisted the man until first responders arrived with police appealing for these people to contact them.
Police would also like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident.
A 67-year-old Seven Hills man was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition.
Investigations are continuing with police investigating whether the man suffered a medical condition.
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: QP1900319473
West End Police launch new bicycle security campaign
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Deputy Premier and state member for South Brisbane Jackie Trad MP recently joined police officers from West End and Anne Savage, CEO of Bicycle Queensland last week to launch a new initiative aimed at increasing bicycle security.
Officers from West End have launched a webpage on their local myPolice site, entitled West End Serial Hub, that will allow bike owners to enter their bicycle serial number and receive a copy of it via a QPS email.
The West End Serial Hub encourages bicycle owners to keep a permanent record of the email so that if their bike is ever lost or stolen they can use the email as a reference for their serial number and provide this to police.
This provides police with an increased potential to return located bikes to their owners by matching the serial numbers.
Many bike owners are unaware their bicycle contains a unique serial number that identifies
Armed robbery, Salisbury
Police have charged a man following an alleged armed robbery in Salisbury overnight.
It will be alleged at around 6:15pm a man entered a convenience store on Toohey Road and obtained a knife from a section of the store, before demanding cash from a male staff member.
The staff member complied, handing over a sum of cash before the man fled the store on foot.
No one was injured during the incident.
Officers attended the scene and conducted patrols of the area before taking a man into custody at a nearby licensed venue.
A 22-year-old Coorparoo man has been charged with armed robbery and possessing a knife in a public place.
He is due to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court today.
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
Parked cars targeted by thieves in Upper Mount Gravatt
Commuters parking in the Upper Mount Gravatt division have been the target of offenders breaking into vehicles to steal property.
Since January, 104 vehicles have been broken into including property stolen or attempts to steal the vehicle.
More recently, opportunist offenders have targeted parked vehicles, trying doors or smashing windows and rifling through consoles and glove compartments to obtain money and valuables.
To assist in preventing these offences occurring police urge the community to do the following:
Lock your car and roll up windows even if parked on the street, in a secure garage or in the driveway;
Remove all valuables, including purses, cash, wallets, mobiles, bags, briefcases or other electronic items. If valuables are to be left in vehicles secure them out of sight;
Don’t leave personal documents in your vehicle. Stolen documents maybe used to commit fraud in your name;
Consider fitting an alarm, immobiliser or other security device;
Never leave spare house, car or business
Eminem ‘Raputre’ concert – look out for your mates
South Brisbane Police on site at QSAC
In advance of the Eminem rapture Concert, being held at the Queensland Sport and Athletic Centre (QSAC) on Wednesday, February 20, police are providing advice to the public to look after your mates to ensure a safe and enjoyable night for all.
A strong police presence will be on duty before, during and after the event to ensure that concert goers have a safe concert experience.
Police wish all patrons a great night out but advise that action will be taken against persons wanting to spoil it for other concert goers.
Lose yourself in the music but don’t find yourself on the wrong side of the law!
Police are advising patrons to be aware ticket scalpers. Ticketek is the only authorised agent for the concert.
Police are also encouraging concert goers to plan your journey and take advantage of the free public transport to the show.
Motorists are also advised