Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at Durack this evening.
At about 8.30pm, a man armed with a knife entered a petrol station on Inala Avenue and demanded cash from a staff member.
The man fled the scene a short time later with a quantity of cash north along Blunder Road.
No one was injured during the incident.
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: QP1801904193
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Unlawful Entries of Motor Vehicles, Annerley
In the past week, there has been a series of unlawful entries into motor vehicles in and around Annerley and Fairfield areas.
These offences have occurred predominately during the night. Unfortunately, they have also occurred predominately via unlocked doors.
Property items targeted include: cash, bags and contents, debit/credit cards and personal items.
There have also been three reported instances of registration plates being removed.
When you leave your vehicle unattended please consider the following:
Always lock your vehicle, including the boot and sunroof and remember to fully close the windows.
Remove or place out of sight, all valuable and personal documents.
Park you vehicle in a well-lit and highly visible areas, where possible.
Always remove keys from the ignition, even if only for a minute.
Don’t hide spare keys on the vehicle – thieves know where to look.
Consider a car alarm, immobiliser, ignition shield, steering lock or GPS tracker.
Use lockable devices – such as lockable fuel caps, wheel nuts, spare
Unlawful Entries of Motor Vehicles – Cannon Hill/Morningside
In the past week there has been a series of unlawful entries to vehicles in and around Creek Street, Cannon Hill.
The majority of vehicles were parked in community car parks. Valuable items have been visible through the windows and proven such a temptation that the offenders have been willing to take the risk to smash windows to get to the items.
Property targeted includes: keys, cash and wallets (containing identification cards).
A further number of vehicles were unlawfully entered in Morningside, Murarrie and Bulimba. Vehicles have been parked in driveways, streets and public carparks and once again, windows have been smashed to gain entry.
Property items targeted here include: laptops, clothing, jewellery, tools and bags.
Remember, when leaving your vehicle unattended:
Always lock your vehicle, including the boot and sunroof and remember to fully close the windows;
Remove or place out of sight, all valuable and personal documents;
Park your vehicle in a well-lit and highly visible area;
Remove
Armed robbery, Annerley
Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at Annerley this evening.
At about 8pm, a man armed with a knife entered a petrol station on Ipswich Road and confronted the staff member.
The armed man removed a quantity of cash and fled the store on foot along Ipswich Road.
No one was injured during the incident.
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: QP1801884303
Attempted armed robbery, Darra
Police are investigating an attempted armed robbery that occurred at Darra yesterday evening.
At about 7.30pm, a man carrying a machete entered a grocery store on Monier Road.
Staff who witnessed the man enter the store retreated to a staff room where they locked the door.
The armed man attempted to access the locked room however was unsuccessful.
The man fled the scene a short time later.
No one was injured during the incident.
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: QP1801877288
Police join new campaign to curb Ice
Police joined Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk to launch a new campaign as part of an Ice Strategy in Queensland. There are two targets of the campaign: cutting supply and treating those who need help.
The Premier said police efforts will be matched with a new Ice Help campaign to treat those addicted to the drug.
“We often hear of people being lost to Ice, that there is no remedy or return from this drug,” the Premier said.
“We want all Queenslanders to know it is possible to recover and lead a productive life.”
The campaign features six former addicts and their families who tell their stories not just of how they fell into the grip of the drug but how they got out if it. A helpline 1800 177 833 and new 24/7 Ice Help website give more support.
Police Minister Mark Ryan said specialist police are already hitting drug labs and dealer networks.
“The drug and
Armed robbery charges, Brisbane south
Two men have been charged following a series of alleged armed robberies in Brisbane’s south over the last week.
It will be alleged on October 5 just after 12am a woman was driving along Azalea Crescent at Calamvale when a red hatchback stopped in front of her car.
Two men exited the hatchback and allegedly produced handguns before demanding the woman’s car and fleeing the scene in both vehicles.
No one was physically injured during the robbery.
It is further alleged that around 2.15am the same day a 29-year-old man was driving along The Avenue in Sunnybank Hills when a red hatchback stopped in front of him.
A male passenger of the hatchback then approached the man as he sat in his vehicle and allegedly produced a handgun, demanding he get out of the car.
The man accelerated away in his vehicle while the hatchback continued to follow before the victim was able to contact police.
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Get Ready for Storm Season
This week, The Premier of Queensland will be launching ‘Get Ready Week’ to mark the start of the storm season.
Living in Queensland, unpredictable and powerful storms are a part of life. Even though we’re used to it, we still need to make sure we’re prepared for any serious situations and emergencies arising from inclement weather.
Stay safe during the storm season:
Take note of storm warnings via social media, mainstream news reporting or the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) website;
Have an evacuation plan ready in case you need to leave;
Keep a storm kit handy and make sure it includes portable light sources for if the power goes out, a first aid kid for minor injuries, and a portable heating source to cook meals; and
Always have a stock of bottled water handy in case the local water supply is affected.
Cyclones, hail storms and thrashing winds can cause power outages and even bring down power
Armed robbery, Acacia Ridge
Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at Acacia Ridge early this morning.
At about 12.40 am, three men armed with a baseball bat entered a service station on Learoyd Road and demanded cash.
One of the men took a quantity of cash and cigarettes prior to all three men fleeing the scene towards Watson Road.
No one was injured during the incident.
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: QP1801878346
Robbery, Woolloongabba
Detectives are investigating following a robbery and unlawful use of a motor vehicle incident in Woolloongabba this morning.
Around 2.15am a 37-year-old man was driving a 2011 Toyota Corolla along Ipswich Road when a vehicle stopped behind his car at a red light on Hawthorne Street.
A male passenger and driver exited the vehicle and approached the victim’s door.
The pair then threatened the driver before dragging him from the car and fleeing the scene in both vehicles.
No one was physically injured during the robbery.
The stolen vehicle is described as a white 2011 Toyota Corolla with Queensland registration 506 XTO.
Investigators are appealing for anyone with information or dash cam vision from the Woolloongabba areas between 2am and 2.30am 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