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Police are investigating the attempted burglary of an ATM at Chermside this morning.
Around 3.30am, two people wearing protective face masks have broken into a shopping centre bunker containing an ATM on Webster Road.
The two people involved appear to have been disturbed and were unable to gain entry to the machine and fled empty handed soon after.
The pair were last seen leaving the address in a dark utility.
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.

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Officers on bike batrol
This week Boondall Police have hit the bikes to patrol their community.
Officers are conducting proactive patrols off the beaten track as part of a strategy to investigate and prevent break and enter and motor vehicle offences that have recently occurred in the Boondall Police Division.
Sergeant Shelley said the initative is proving popular.
“We have had a great response from the community. They have been telling us how great it is to see us on the bikes and having a chat,” Sergeant Shelley said.
Make sure you give the officers a friendly wave if you see them out and about. If you have any information about recent offices please contact Policelink or Crimestoppers.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
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Detectives from the Northern Major and Organised Crime Squad (MOCS) have closed an operation targeting the suspected trafficking of illicit drugs.
Operation Papa Orthograde began in March this year and identified a number of people allegedly involved in a drug trafficking syndicate operating between Townsville and South East Queensland.
Over the past two days, officers from the Townsville Tactical Crime Squad, Northern MOCS and Brisbane’s Drug and Serious Crime Group finalised the operation, which saw 32 people charged with 151 drug-related offences.
Drugs with a street value in excess of $1million were seized and included Ice, MDMA, cocaine and cannabis.
During the investigation police also seized a quantity of cash and weapons.
All of those charged will appear in the Townsville Magistrates Court over the next month.
Detective Senior Sergeant Mick Walker of the Northern Major and Organised Crime Squad said officers will continue to target those engaging in criminal activity in Queensland.
“The actions this week

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Police Minister Mark Ryan and North Brisbane District Superintendent Katherine Innes are urging parents and carers to avoid losing children at the Ekka by collecting free wristbands and organising a meeting point should they become separated.
Superintendent Innes said the initiative had been a proven success for many years, ensuring that lost children at the Ekka were quickly reunited with their parents or caregivers. 44 children were successfully reunited with their parents in 2016.
“Police encourage parents to know where their children are at all times,” Superintendent Innes said.
“On arrival at the Ekka, parents should show their children where the police station is, teach them how to identify a police officer, and explain that they need to find a police officer if they become lost.
“We suggest taking a photo of your child on the day so that we know what the child is wearing and charge your mobile phone so the police

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Queensland Road Safety Week will run between August 21-25 and is chance for all Queenslanders to get involved in making our roads safer.
‘Speaking up for road safety’ is the focus and we’re encouraging the whole community to have their say on road safety.
Communities, schools and workplaces are encouraged to support the week by hosting local events or sharing road safety information among staff, students, colleagues, family and friends.
You can share a personal story, suggest a road safety tip, talk to your kids, family and friends about staying safe, or make a pledge to improve a single road behaviour using the hashtag #RoadSafetyWeek.
On each day of Road Safety Week, we will be highlighting a different road safety issue:
Speeding – Monday, August 21
Drink and drug driving – Tuesday, August 22
Distractions, seatbelts and child restraints – Wednesday, August 23
Sharing the road, including bike and pedestrian safety – Thursday, August 24
Fatigue – Friday, August 25
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Police are the investigating the armed robbery of a convenience store in Clayfield overnight.
At 11.50pm, a man, armed with two knives, entered the Sandgate Road business and threatened a staff member.
He left the scene with a sum of cash and was last seen on a red bicycle heading towards Toombul.
No-one was physically injured.
The man is described as being Caucasian in appearance with a proportionate build, and was wearing a grey hooded-jumper with a black and white chequered flannelette over the jumper, black pants, black sneakers, and a black bandana with white markings over his face.
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.

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Police have charged a 26-year-old man following investigations into the serious assault of a man in Sandgate on July 15.
It will be alleged at 12.10pm, a 44-year-old Shorncliffe man was assaulted at a fast food restaurant on Rainbow Street.
As a result of the assault the man was transported to Redcliffe Hospital for treatment of serious facial and head injuries.
A 26-year-old Bahrs Scrub man is scheduled to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on August 28 charged with grievous bodily harm.
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.

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Detectives investigating the serious assault of a man in Sandgate on Saturday, July 15, have released vision of three men who may be able to assist police with their inquiries.
At around 12:10pm, a 44-year-old Shorncliffe man was assaulted at a fast food restaurant on Rainbow Street.
As a result of the assault the man was transported to Redcliffe Hospital for treatment of serious facial and head injuries.
Investigators are also appealing for a man who helped the injured man on the night to come forward and provide a statement to police.
Anyone who recognises the men in the vision is urged to contact Policelink on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers.
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Following the charging of two men in Sydney for terrorism-related offences, Police Commissioner Ian Stewart has today moved to reassure the community that there remains no specific threat to Queensland.
Commissioner Stewart said partner agencies had kept the Queensland Police Service (QPS) regularly updated throughout the ongoing counter-terrorism operation.
“We have all been concerned and disturbed at what our interstate and federal colleagues have uncovered in Sydney, but I want to stress that this thorough investigation has been confined to NSW and there is no connection to Queensland,” Commissioner Stewart said.
“At no time has this investigation identified any threat to Queensland, nor have there been any links established between the New South Wales persons of interest and anyone in Queensland.
“Despite this, the safety of all Queenslanders is my top priority and today is a timely reminder that while there is no need to be alarmed, it is important to be vigilant.
“The QPS

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Police are appealing for the public’s assistance to help locate Sam Robert Price-Purcell, 28 who was last seen on February 16, 2015.
Mr Price-Purcell, commonly known as Sam Price was last seen in the South East Queensland area on February 16, 2015. Police and his family hold concern for his welfare.
Mr Price-Purcell is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 185cm tall with a thin build, short brown hair and brown eyes.
“At this stage we are treating this matter as a suspicious disappearance and we are specifically calling for anyone who has information regarding Mr Price-Purcell’s movements in early 2015 or his current whereabouts to come forward,” Detective Inspector Damien Hansen of the Homicide Group, State Crime Command said.
Anyone who has information relating to Mr Price-Purcell’s whereabouts is asked to contact Police Link or Crime Stoppers.
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