Ipswich District Detectives have charged a man with a number of offences following a protracted investigation into a series of incidents in Springfield and Redbank Plains over the past three months.
Operation Quebec Ramrod was launched in March in response to numerous complaints of homemade soda bombs being let off in the Redbank Plains area.
Detective Inspector David Briese said the soda bombs caused damage to property, and had the potential to cause serious injury to members of the public.
“There have been a number of incidents involving homemade soda bottle bombs in Burrawang Street, Berrigan Street, and Nardoo Court.”
“It is through sheer luck that no one was hurt in these incidents, as the items contain highly corrosive liquid,” Inspector Briese said.
Police executed a search warrant at a Springfield Lakes address this morning, where a 35-year-old man was arrested and taken into custody.
A 35-year-old Springfield Lakes man has been charged
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Streetlinks connects services to people at risk in Ipswich
Ipswich District Crime Prevention along with Volunteers in Police attended Streetlinks at the Central Church Ipswich, a service designed to empower homeless and at-risk people with information they need about services and organisations in the Ipswich area that can help them.
Members of the community can link up with services, access information and resources while enjoying community, free meals and other activities, which included a welcome pack of food and clothing.
Information is available on medical help, accommodation, legal help, clothing and food as well as emergency relief, employment services, mental health and many more service providers.
Ipswich and West Moreton Child Protection Week awards launched
The Ipswich Region Child Protection Week awards have been established by the Ipswich District Child Protection Week Committee involving the Queensland Police Service, Department of Child Safety Youth and Women, ICYS Ipswich Community Youth Service, and Somerset Regional Council.
Together these awards promote the safety and wellbeing of children.
The awards aim to raise awareness and highlight the importance of child protection in our community, while at the same time recognising the efforts, programs, services and achievements that individuals and organisations have accomplished.
Winners will be announced at the Black Tie Gala Dinner and awards night on Friday, September 7, at the Ipswich Turf Club, Bundamba.
These awards are for individuals, programs and organisations; the categories for nominations include:
Non-Government Organisations – Exceptional contribution in child protection and child safety;
Government Organisations – Exceptional contribution in child protection and child safety at the public sector level;
Community Volunteer– Exceptional contribution made by a volunteer or volunteer group in
Dangerous operation of a vehicle, Ipswich
Police have charged a man following a dangerous driving incident across parts of the Ipswich District yesterday afternoon.
It will be alleged that in the early hours of June 11, a number of sheds were broken into at a rural property on Gatton-Laidley Road in Forest Hill.
A 2008 Toyota Landcruiser was also allegedly stolen from the address.
It will be further alleged that around 2pm yesterday, the vehicle was sighted being driven through a number of fences on rural properties in the Rosewood and Thagoona areas.
On one occasion, the man behind the wheel allegedly drove it through a fence at a property on Dellvene Crescent towards a police officer, however he was not physically injured.
The vehicle then allegedly travelled onto the Warrego Highway where it was tracked by Pol Air 1 and observed driving at speeds in excess of 140 kilometres per hour and on the incorrect side of the highway towards
No excuse for abuse! World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15
It is an “old” adage that Elder Abuse is Everyone’s Business!
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is conducted each year on June 15 to highlight elder abuse in all of its forms – any act that causes harm to an older person. The abuse may be physical, social, financial, psychological or sexual and may include mistreatment or neglect. The abuse is often carried out by someone that is known and trusted by the victim such as a partner, family member, carer or friend.
Some tips for older people to help keep themselves safe, as provided by the Elder Abuse Prevention Unit, Uniting Care Community.
Be active in your community. Keep a network of support with friends, neighbours and family.
Keep in touch with community networks such as health workers, church or medical practitioners.
Seek independent and/or professional advice when making any changes to your financial or living arrangements.
Don’t make decisions or sign documents until
Students learn about road safety at Ipswich West State School
Students from Ipswich West State School learnt about road safety from Ipswich police at a recent assembly.
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility and the students from West Ipswich knew their stuff.
Focusing on crossing the street, wearing seat belts, and learning about the safest way to get out of the car when parked on the street were discussed, as well as riding and walking to school safely.
Police advice on the importance of wearing a helmet, riding on the correct side of the road, checking your bike to ensure it’s safe to ride and that the brakes work, as well as having a bell to alert pedestrians and other riders, gave the children much food for thought.
The Ipswich City Council HAST (Healthy Active School Travel) program works in partnership with Ipswich police educating all the schools across the Ipswich Police District which nominate their school to participate, about children riding and walking to
NAIDOC 2018 – save the date
Just a reminder to save the date on July 9 as we celebrate NAIDOC. The Ipswich District Police Liaison Officers would like to invite all community and police staff to attend the Ipswich District flag raising ceremony.
This year’s theme is “Because of her, we can”, celebrating the invaluable contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait women have made – and continue to make – to communities, our families, our rich history and our nation.
Please download the attached file and remember to RSVP.
Look forward to seeing you all there.
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Stolen vehicle alert, Tuesday July 12
The following vehicles have been reported to Ipswich police as stolen:
Type
Colour
Vehicle registration
Vehicle description
Date reported
Ford Falcon
White
NIL
Utility
07/06/18
Holden Commodore
Blue
NIL
Station Wagon
10/06/18
Ipswich City Council Trailer Atm Over 1.02T
NIL
666UEM
Pig Trailer
11/06/18
Hyundai Excel
Blue
217XJO
Sedan
10/06/18
Toyota Camry
Black
400LMQ
Sedan
07/06/18
Nissan Patrol
White
LJS525
Utility
05/06/18
Police are urging residents to ensure they are securing their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic thefts.
Many vehicles have been taken while the victims are at home. Thefts are targeting keys, mobile phones and cash that are left in plain view within homes and vehicles.
Hiding car keys and valuables will make it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
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.
Grievous bodily harm charge, North Booval
Police have charged a man following an alleged assault in North Booval early this morning.
It will be alleged at around 1:00am, a man attended an address on Soudan Street and assaulted a resident who was known to him.
Emergency services attended and took a man into custody at an address on Thurso Street.
A 35-year-old North Booval man was transported to Ipswich General Hospital for treatment of a non-life threatening stab wound to his arm.
A 47-year-old North Booval man has been charged with acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm and enter premises with intent.
He is due to appear in Ipswich 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 organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Police make further appeal in Britton cold case murder, Airlie Beach
Homicide detectives investigating the murder of Dorothy Britton at Airlie Beach in 1996 have received new information about the case since their appeal in May.
The body of the 48-year-old woman was found at 6.30pm on Thursday, 7 March 1996 in her house at Timberlands Road, Jubilee Pocket, Airlie Beach.
Mrs Britton was last seen alive at about midday on the previous day and had died as a result of a gunshot wound.
Homicide Detective Senior Sergeant Chris Knight said police were confident that the offender had a close association with Mrs Britton, had extensive knowledge of her lifestyle and routines and was familiar with her loyal and protective Rottweiler dog, Bella.
“I have no doubt that Mrs Britton knew her killer and detectives are appealing for anyone who may have heard someone speak about the circumstances surrounding her murder to contact police” Detective Senior Sergeant Knight said.
“We need public assistance to solve this