Police have released vision of a man who may be able to assist in their investigation of a robbery at a service station at the Grange this afternoon.
Around 2.30pm a man walked into the business on Days Road and threw a bag on the counter, demanding money and cigarettes.
The man then produced an axe and began swinging it, smashing a computer on the desk.
The store attendant handed over a sum of cash and cigarettes and the man fled the shop along Carroll Crescent.
No one was injured as a result of the incident.
The man is described as having a South American accent and was wearing a black Adidas shirt with white writing, dark coloured shorts and white sneakers.
He had his face covered with what appeared to be a white shirt with the letters “ECKO” written on it in black.
Anyone who may have further information about the incident is urged to contact
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Appeal for assistance: Indecent assault, Hervey Bay and Brisbane areas
Brisbane Detectives are appealing for public assistance to identify victims and employers of a man suspected of indecently assaulting numerous women in the Hervey Bay, Maryborough and the wider Brisbane area between 2000 and 2016.
It is believed the man worked as a masseuse, as a sole operator and also employed by massage and chiropractic businesses in the Hervey Bay and Maryborough area between 2000 to 2012 and in the Brisbane area between 2012 to 2016.
Investigations indicate that during this time, the man indecently assaulted numerous women whilst they received massage treatments.
The man is described as being aged between 50 and 65-years-of-age and has long grey hair which he wears in a ponytail.
Detectives are appealing to any members of the public who may have been assaulted by this man or any employers who offer massage treatment that may have employed this man to contact either the Acacia Ridge or Carseldine Criminal
Can you spare 60 seconds to help stop domestic violence?
The Queensland Police are seeking all budding videographers, YouTubers and actors in the making!
Are you keen to get creative at the start of your holidays and win some amazing prizes?
Then get on board with the 60 Seconds Project. The countdown is on and entries close Monday December 18.
The 60 Seconds project calls for community members, under the age of 18, to create a 60 second video on the topic of domestic and family violence.
Your opinion matters!
How can we stop it?
How does it make you feel?
Tell us in 60 seconds
The 60 Seconds Project is offering many spectacular prizes including Apple iPhone 8 (or gift card to the same value for group entries), Apple iPhone 7 (or gift card to the same value for group entries) and an Apple Gift card.
To be sent the compulsory consent form, including details on how to submit your entry, email 60seconds.project@police.qld.gov.au You will be sent full
Drug trafficking arrests close interstate network, Brisbane
Detectives from the State Crime Command’s Drug and Serious Crime Group have charged four men following a joint investigation into an alleged organised drug network with interstate links.
Yesterday, police officially closed Operation Radnor Foxcatcher, a protracted investigation with search warrants carried out on a number of Brisbane addresses.
This investigation targeted a number of people involved in the interstate trafficking of cannabis between Sydney and Brisbane.
The joint investigation with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission commenced as a result of the intercept of a 24-year-old Doolandella man in Worongary on May 21 this year.
At the time detectives searched a vehicle and located 100 kilograms of high grade cannabis.
Ongoing investigations identified other members of the group and police will allege that between February and May this year the syndicate were responsible for the trafficking of 2.2 tonnes of cannabis.
To date, four men have been arrested including a 28-year-old from Durack, 28-year-old from Inala
Arson charge, Bardon
Detectives investigating a suspicious building fire that occurred at Bardon this afternoon have charged a teenage girl with arson.
At about 3pm at an accommodation centre on Lorward Avenue, a fire was reported coming from the top level of the building.
All occupants were safely evacuated however substantial smoke, heat and water damage was sustained.
A 13-year-old Bardon girl is charged with one count of arson and will appear in the Brisbane Children’s Court.
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.
Sewing positive relationships in Zillmere
North Brisbane Police Liaison Officers (PLO’s) engage in a variety of community activities to break down barriers and to maintain regular contact with diverse community groups.
Challenge: What does a PLO do when given a bag of material by community and asked to do something with it? You make fabric dolls! PLO’s Moira and Alma achieved this through establishing a partnership with the Women’s Sewing Group at Zillmere Community Centre.
The Women’s Sewing Group was formed from feedback after the refugee and settlement workshops to encourage social interaction, mentorship and to improve English skills.
Facilitator and volunteer Karen welcomed the PLO’s to participate in the project.
Appreciation and acknowledgement to Pamela, also a valuable volunteer, who was the expert showing and guiding us all through the process.
Outcome: The end product as you can see in the pictures is the “Zillmere Sews” neighbourhood people wall hanging fabric piece.
ATM break and enter attempt, Arana Hills
Detectives are investigating a break-in at an Arana Hills shopping centre where an automatic teller machine (ATM) was damaged.
Around 3.12am, two men have broken into a shopping centre bunker containing an ATM on Patricks Road.
The door of the ATM was forced open, however they were unable to gain entry to the machine and fled empty handed soon after.
Police are continuing to make enquiries to determine if the latest ATM attack at Arana Hills is linked to similar offences committed across South East Queensland and subject of Operation Papa Dodgeball investigations.
Anyone with any information which could assist police with their investigations is urged to contact Policelink or Crime Stoppers.
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
Queensland Racing Crime Squad arrest
Detectives attached to the Queensland Racing Crime Squad working in conjunction with the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission, Integrity Regulation Unit Stewards have today concluded a protracted investigation relating to a former harness racing participant.
A 69-year-old man from Redcliffe has been charged and released on bail to appear in the Redcliffe Magistrates Court on January 8 in relation to charges of Match-Fixing, Fraud and Receiving Tainted Property.
Police will allege the man affected the outcome of a harness races at Albion Park in Queensland and Globe Derby Park in South Australia. It is further alleged that he facilitated the fraudulent purchase of harness racing horses whilst disqualified from all involvement in racing.
He is the fourth person to be charged with match-fixing offences.
Detective Inspector Mick Dowie of the Drug and Serious Crime Group said the QPS will continue to target anyone involved in illegal activity in the racing industry.
“The Queensland Racing Crime Squad
Historical sex offences, Brisbane
Detectives from the Sexual Crimes Unit, State Crime Command have charged a 71-year-old man with historical sex offences following a series of alleged incidents which occurred in the Brisbane area between 1981 and 1995.
A 71-year-old man is expected to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court today (Monday, December 4) charged with seven counts of indecent treatment of boys under 17 years, four counts of carnal knowledge, eight counts of unlawful anal intercourse, three counts of deprivation of liberty, five counts indecent assault on males, four counts of indecent assault, two counts of indecent treatment of a child under 16, two counts of indecent treatment of children under 16, three counts of deprivation of liberty and one count of procure act of gross indecency without consent.
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
PD Astro and PD Quinn ready for retirement
After illustrious careers with the Queensland Police Service, Police Dog Astro and Police Dog Quinn hang up their harnesses and prepare to live out their retirement in style.
The three amigos: PD Astro at the back left with replacement PD Drago on the right) and PD Chief at front left)
At six years old, PD Astro has served the Brisbane Dog Squad and most recently, the Mackay Dog Squad as a general purpose dog for over four years.
His mother was breeding dog Uma and his father is PD Stinger who is now with the Northern Territory police.
PD Astro is known for his high level of tracking ability. He has located many offenders throughout his career and is responsible for the apprehension of numerous violent offenders. Trained as a tactical dog, he was deployed to Cairns and Brisbane to provide security for G20 delegates. He was in the inner cordon when President Obama