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Detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a business in Capalaba overnight.
Around 10.51pm two men, with their faces covered, entered the Redland Bay Road store and demanded cash from an employee.
One of the men was armed with a knife while the other man took the money from the staff member.
The pair then fled the store.
No one was injured during the incident.

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: QP1901001161

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Police have charged a man following the investigation of a fatal traffic crash at Windsor on the night of May 18.
It will be alleged shortly before midnight a black BMW SUV was travelling northbound on Lutwyche Road when it collided with a moped heading north that was being ridden by a 32-year-old man from East Brisbane.
The BMW then veered into the southbound lanes and collided with a Subaru sedan driven by a 23-year-old Acacia Ridge man before also colliding with a Jeep.
The BMW came to rest on its roof in the southbound lanes.
The man on the moped and the driver of the Subaru both died at the scene.
Today a 37-year-old Burpengary man has been charged with two counts of manslaughter and one of dangerous driving causing grievous bodily harm (excessive speed and fail to remain scene).
He will appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today, May 23.
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Police have charged two people after they stole a vehicle from Kilcoy and drove to Brisbane yesterday.
It will be alleged on May 14 at 8pm a man and a woman attended a park on Cruice Park at Woodford. They threatened two people with a screwdriver demanding their campervan. The man and woman left in the stolen campervan.
Around 6pm police observed the campervan in Caboolture yesterday and tasked Polair to track the vehicle.
Around 6.30pm the vehicle stopped on Summerfield Drive at Caboolture and the female passenger got out of the campervan before leaving in a utility driven by another woman.
The campervan continued south on the Bruce Highway before exiting onto the Gateway Motorway where tyre deflation device was successfully deployed near the Wyampa Road overpass. The male driver fled from the van on foot but was taken into custody nearby at around 7pm.
Polair tracked the utility to a Brisbane airport carpark

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Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services the Honourable Mark Ryan MP and Commissioner Ian Stewart have congratulated officers and staff members from the Queensland Police Service and Public Safety Business Agency who received medals, certificates and awards at a ceremony held at Police Headquarters today.
Minister Ryan awarded Commissioner Stewart with his Third Clasp to the National Medal and 45-Year Clasp to the Queensland Police Service Medal.
“I am very fortunate today to be acknowledging Commissioner Stewart who is the first to receive the Third Clasp to the National Medal for recognition of 45 years of dedicated service to Queensland,” Minister Ryan said.
Commissioner Stewart was the first to receive the 45-Year Clasp and also the first to receive the new style clasp.
After today’s ceremony, all new clasps to the Queensland Police Service Medal will be of the new design that was awarded to Commissioner Stewart today.

Today’s ceremony saw the Queensland

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A man has passed away after being involved in a traffic crash at Forest Lake this morning.
Forensic Crash Unit investigations indicate around 1.30pm a motorcyclist was travelling west on Johnson Road when the 32-year-old rider failed to negotiate a left-hand bend, left road and collided with a tree.
As a result, the rider was thrown from the motorcycle and pronounced deceased at the scene.
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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The Queensland Police Service today launched a new crime prevention campaign, aimed at changing Queenslander’s perspectives towards property crime.
This new campaign uses mixed media including the 360° format and flyers on social media to put users in a criminal’s perspective and point out every day behaviours which can increase the likelihood of Queenslanders falling victim to opportunistic crime.
Acting Inspector Joanna Stone, Manager of Crime Prevention Programs Unit said crime prevention was every Queenslander’s responsibility and campaigns such as this, allowed the QPS to educate around crime prevention habits.
“Police across the state have crime prevention at the forefront of their minds every day when interacting with Queenslanders,” Acting Inspector Stone said.
“Too often, property crime is the result of opportunistic criminals receiving a helping hand from unsuspecting Queenslanders, whether that be through a wallet left on the front seat of a car or a back door left unlocked.
“By refreshing these materials and

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Investigators have released vision of a black BMW SUV involved in a fatal traffic crash at Windsor on the weekend as they continue to appeal for information.
The vehicle is captured on CCTV travelling on Makerston Street towards Roma Street in Brisbane City around 11.51pm.
A short time later the black 2007 BMW SUV was travelling northbound on Lutwyche Road when it collided with a moped travelling north being ridden by a 32-year-old man from East Brisbane.
The BMW then veered into the southbound lanes and collided with a Subaru sedan driven by a 23-year-old Acacia Ridge man before also colliding with a Jeep.
The man on the moped and the driver of the Subaru both died at the scene.
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam vision, in particular the movements of black BMW SUV, prior to the crash.
Two occupants from the BMW fled on foot and investigators would like to hear from anyone

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Detectives have arrested a man following investigations into the alleged stabbing of another man in Fortitude Valley earlier this month.
It will be alleged around 8.50pm on Sunday, May 12, a 38-year-old man was standing on Ann Street at the intersection with Commercial Road when he was approached by the man.
After a short conversation it will be further alleged the man stabbed the victim in the face and chest before running away.
A 27-year-old Zillmere man has been charged with acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm and expected to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today.
The victim has since been discharged from hospital.
Investigators would like to thank the community for their assistance in this matter.
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,

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Most car thefts, and theft from cars, are opportunistic in nature however, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of having your car stolen or broken into.
What you can do:

Park in well-lit and highly visibly areas whenever possible, utilising off street and secured parking.
When parking in a garage, ensure both the garage and vehicle are locked and the garage door remotes are secured.
Avoid marking your keys with personal or vehicle details including name, phone number or registration details.
Consider installing a car alarm or steering wheel lock to help protect your vehicle.
Use lockable devices to help keep your vehicle secure including lockable fuel caps, wheel nuts, spare tyre covers and roof racks.
Consider installing a remote engine immobiliser which meets Australian Standards.
Consider installing a GPS tracker to your vehicle.

Queensland Police Service encourages the use of anti-theft screws on number plates, to deter thieves. By using anti-theft screws, you can

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Officers from the North Brisbane Crime Prevention Unit recently teamed up with QAS, funeral directors, and some very professional actors to be part of the RACQ Docudrama at St John Fisher School at Bracken Ridge.

The RACQ Docudrama is a two and a half hour senior school road safety education program that is offered free of charge to Year 11 and 12 students in Queensland secondary schools.
Docudrama is both engaging and interactive and will empower your students to make better and informed choices both as a driver and passenger.
Docudrama takes a community approach to road safety issues involving emergency service workers and other local professionals to help demonstrate a powerful ‘mock crash’ road safety scenario.
Students then explore and are equipped with real world strategies for combating the ‘Fatal Five’ road safety issues;

Drink and drug driving;
Fatigue;
Not wearing a seatbelt;
Speeding; and
Distraction.

For more information about the RACQ Docudrama program, including the on-line booking process,

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