Ipswich Station weekly wrap, Tuesday October 3

The Ipswich Station weekly wrap is back. If you or anyone you know can provide any information regarding information contained within this blog please contact Policelink on 131 444, Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or their website 24hrs a day.
Assaults
Hampton Ct, One Mile
On September 28 at approximately 5.50pm, a male person attended the address and shouted out to the victim. The victim opened the front door and the offender told the victim to leave. The offender and victim grappled for a short time before a female intervened. The offender attempted to punch the female before continuing to grapple with the male victim. The victim managed to push the offender off him and close the door. The offender proceeded to the kick the door before leaving the address. A 39-year-old One Mile man is scheduled to appear in Ipswich Magistrates Court on October 20 in relation to the matter.
Burglary offences
Meredith Lane, Ipswich
Between

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Golf balls, team spirit and the Battle of the Badges

Ipswich Police battled it out at the golf course for the Inaugural Brookwater Golf Day, Battle of the Badges.
Winner of ‘Best Dressed’
Teams of police from the CIB, Ipswich and Yamanto Police, Tactical Crime Squad and Dog Squad were supported by Battery World Ipswich, a working in partnership with community and personal development, and networking engagement to encourage and support R U OK Day.
Congratulations to Ipswich CIB for taking out gold!
The winning team with their trophy

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Stolen vehicle alert, Friday September 29

Vehicle type
Colour
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle description
Date reported

Mack Chr Series
Blue
027VPX
Prime Mover
28/09/17

Holden Rodeo
Grey
416XOB
Utility
28/09/17

Police advise that residents should secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic thefts.
In the past, many vehicles have been taken while the victims were at home.
Keys, mobile phones and cash were also stolen after thieves allegedly gained entry to homes and easily located car keys in plain view.
Hiding car keys and valuables will make it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Ask yourself, “where are my car keys?”
If you can, secure your car in a garage or park your vehicle inside of your yard rather than on the street. This will also assist in the prevention of number plates bein
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

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Armed robbery, Redbank

Police are investigating the armed robbery of a takeaway sandwich shop at Redbank Plaza this afternoon.
Just after 3:30pm, a man entered a cosmetics store producing a full syringe and demanding a number of medical products before leaving the store empty-handed.
Around 3:45pm, the man entered the takeaway sandwich shop and produced a full syringe demanding a sum of money.
The employee complied and handed over a sum of cash to the man who then fled the shop.
No one was physically injured as a result of both incidents.
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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RAAF puppies takeover Ipswich Station for the morning

Today the Ipswich Police Station officers and staff enjoyed the company of two Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Malinois puppies.
The puppies are eight weeks old, cute as a button and, along with their siblings, will be available for fostering in a couple of weeks.
The puppies are fostered out to families until they are ready to begin their training with the RAAF.
The puppies and police staff thoroughly enjoyed the morning visit, with everyone in the station becoming a chew toy for the playful pups.

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Stolen vehicle alert, Thursday September 28

Vehicle type
Colour
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle description
Date reported

Suzuki Sv1000s
Black
BYX56
Motorcycle
27/09/17

Police advise that residents should secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic thefts.
In the past, many vehicles have been taken while the victims were at home.
Keys, mobile phones and cash were also stolen after thieves allegedly gained entry to homes and easily located car keys in plain view.
Hiding car keys and valuables will make it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Ask yourself, “where are my car keys?”
If you can, secure your car in a garage or park your vehicle inside of your yard rather than on the street. This will also assist in the prevention of number plates being stolen.

 
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

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Fatal traffic crash, Atkinsons Dam

A man has died after a truck roll over near Atkinsons Dam this morning.
Preliminary inquiries indicate that around 9.15am a concrete truck travelling eastbound on Atkinsons Dam Road when it failed to navigate the bend and crossed onto the incorrect side of the road.
The truck then rolled and hit a number of trees.
The male driver and sole occupant of the truck – a 48-year-old Toogoolawah man – was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
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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Stolen vehicle alert, Wednesday September 27

Vehicle type
Colour
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle description
Date reported

Volkswagen Golf
White
964WTO
Hatchback
26/09/17

Nissan Stagea
Silver
140WRI
Station Wagon
21/09/2017

Nissan Stagea
Silver
950XJH
Station Wagon
21/09/2017

Box Trailer
Silver
DX9662
Trailer
22/09/2017

Police advise that residents should secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic thefts.
In the past, many vehicles have been taken while the victims were at home.
Keys, mobile phones and cash were also stolen after thieves allegedly gained entry to homes and easily located car keys in plain view.
Hiding car keys and valuables will make it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Ask yourself, “where are my car keys?”
If you can, secure your car in a garage or park your vehicle inside of your yard rather than on the street. This will also assist in the prevention of number plates being stolen.

 
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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Get involved with Neighbourhood Watch Week 2017

This year, Neighbourhood Watch Week is being held between October 2 and 8. Ipswich Police invite all members of the community to participate in local programs and activities being held throughout the week.
Neighbourhood Watch Week is an opportunity for all communities across the Ipswich Police District to show your support to your local Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) group.
The week focuses on raising public awareness of local NHW, their programs and the advantages of belonging to a local NHW group.
Ipswich Police want to encourage you and your follow residents to become involved in your nearest NHW which will improve the support of NHW in your local community as well as raise awareness on reporting crime to police.
Neighbourhood Watch is a community based program introduced in 1984 designed to reduce localised crime and the fear of crime.
Queensland Police work in partnership with the local NHW groups to prevent crime, stop social isolation and

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Stolen vehicle alert, Tuesday September 26

Vehicle type
Colour
Vehicle Registration
Vehicle description
Date reported

Volkswagen Golf
White
964WTO
Hatchback
26/09/17

Police advise that residents should secure their homes and vehicles to avoid opportunistic thefts.
In the past, many vehicles have been taken while the victims were at home.
Keys, mobile phones and cash were also stolen after thieves allegedly gained entry to homes and easily located car keys in plain view.
Hiding car keys and valuables will make it difficult for offenders to steal your vehicle and other property.
Ask yourself, “where are my car keys?”
If you can, secure your car in a garage or park your vehicle inside of your yard rather than on the street. This will also assist in the prevention of number plates being stolen.

 
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

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