A second man has today been charged with murder following the death of Jay Brogden in Airlie Beach in 2007
As part of the investigation by members of the Homicide Investigation Unit and Whitsunday CIB detectives, the man was extradited from New South Wales yesterday over his alleged role in the murder.
The 33-year-old man was originally arrested in Coffs Harbour on March 26 by the New South Wales Police Force on unrelated matters.
He has been charged with one count of murder.
The man is expected to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court this morning.
Investigations remain ongoing.
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: QP0700083944
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A day to remember and honour officers of the Thin Blue Line
On Friday, September 27, members of the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and the community pause to remember the police officers who have lost their lives serving the public of Queensland and those officers who have fallen both on duty and off duty under other circumstances.
This significant day also recognises the unique nature of policing and the dangers that police face in their daily pursuits whilst serving and protecting our community.
National Police Remembrance Day (NPRD) holds particular significance in the Inner West Police District, as on this day we pause to remember the loss of Constable Brett Andrew Irwin from the Ferny Grove Police Station, who was tragically killed in the line of duty at Keperra on July 18, 2007.
Inner West Police also utilise this auspicious day to remember the memory of their beloved fellow Inner West Police colleagues who have passed through non operational circumstances.
Constable Brett Andrew Irwin
National Police Remembrance
Request for assistance after alleged assault, Samford Village, September 24
Inner West Police are seeking assistance from the public in relation to an alleged assault which occurred on Main Street, Samford Village, at approximately 7.20am on Tuesday, September 24.
A 62-year-old man was allegedly physically assaulted by another man as a result of a road rage incident.
Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, has knowledge of the identity of the man involved or may have relevant dashcam footage.
Police would also like to like to speak to the driver of a brown late model Land Rover Discovery 3 or 4 observed near the incident, who may be able to assist police with their inquiries.
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
Police support 17th Marist College Sony Camp
Police from the Brisbane Dog Squad and Inner West Crime Prevention Unit had the privilege of attending and supporting the Marist College Ashgrove, 17th Sony Camp on Tuesday, September 24.
The camp’s aim is to provide four days of fun for children between the ages of 5 and 15-years-old, with physical and intellectual disabilities, at no expense to the children’s parents.
The camp also provides parents, their siblings and primary carers with a break from caregiving.
Happy times with officers at the Sony Camp
The camp program is supported by volunteer Year 12 students from Marist College Ashgrove and Mount Alvernia College Kedron, who are responsible (along with qualified adult carers) for the care of these children 24 hours a day over the course of the camp.
The students quickly learn about the challenges and demands involved in caring for a child with special needs.
Big thumbs for QPS involvement in the 2019 Sony Camp
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R U in Control? Free discussion at Arana Hills Library
On Friday, October 11 from 1pm to 2pm, the Inner West Patrol Group and District Crime Prevention Unit in conjunction with Moreton Bay Region Libraries, Arana Hills will be holding an R U in Control? information session.
This event will discuss how to stay aware of scams, strategies to protect you, your family and your future.
R U in Control? aims to inform members of our community of the threats, strategies, prevention techniques and other online resources you can use to prevent or reduce financial and cyber crimes.
You are in control of your identification information.
You are in control of your finances.
By being aware of current scams and of what strategies you can use to protect yourself, your family and your future, you are in control.
Please note that registration is required.
Click here to make your booking for this free event.
The Arana Hills Library is located at 63 Cobbity Crescent, Arana Hills.
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Inner West crime wrap, September 16 to 22
Break and enter dwelling: The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was nine.
Suburb
Street
Time
Entry method
Property stolen
Date
Toowong
Birdwood Terrace
Morning
Front door forced, sneak burglary
2015 Blue, BMW 428I, QLD registration: 982YLG
16/09/2019
St Lucia
Camira Street
Daytime
Front door forced
Foreign currency, keys including vehicle and house, jewellery, medication and garage remote
16/09/2019
Indooroopilly
Victoria Street
Daytime
Front door forced, attempted burglary
Nil
16/09/2019
Gaythorne
Lade Street
Afternoon
Unlocked rear door, sneak burglary
Nil
16/09/2019
Grays Road
Overnight
Unknown point of entry, sneak burglary
Television, electrical power tools and hedge trimmer
19/09/2019 to 20/09/2019
Ashgrove
Lindsay Street
Daytime
Unknown point of entry
Linen and jewellery
19/09/2019
Celia Street
Daytime
Garage door forced
Laptop computers
19/09/2019
Boon Street
Overnight
Possible unlocked rear door, sneak burglary
Cash, cards, wallet, house and car keys. 2012, white, Audi A6, QLD registration RMI
21/09/2019 to 22/09/2019
Fig Tree Pocket
Fig Tree Pocket Road
Daytime
Kitchen window forced open
Gaming consoles and games, laptops, computer accessories, jewellery, passport, house keys, liquor and sporting equipment
22/09/2019
Steal from premises: The total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was four.
Suburb
Street
Time
Type
Date
Red Hill
Fulcher Road
Between
Crime alert, Ashgrove
Inner West Police are advising residents in the Ashrgove area to secure their residences and property.
In the last 24 hours, thieves have attended residences on Lindsay Street and Celia Street.
The thieves have stolen items including laptops, wallets, handbags and jewellery.
Opportunistic offenders are mainly gaining entry by climbing through windows or walking through unlocked doors, including garage doors.
These methods at times are occurring while the residents are home, which are called “sneak breaks”.
Police have increased patrols in this area and residents are encouraged to be vigilant, secure homes and vehicles, record details of electronic equipment and photograph valuable items such as jewellery.
Below are some basic measures that can often be the most effective, such as securing doors and windows, even when at home:
Install reliable security screen doors on main external entrances – this will still allow a breeze to flow whilst adding security.
Remember to actually key lock your security doors and
Spring Break brings another road safety school holiday reminder
With spring school holidays comes an extra volume of Queensland road users getting behind the wheel.
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Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services, the Honourable Mark Ryan MP joined Assistant Commissioner Mike Keating of Road Policing Command to officially launch this year’s Operation Spring Break.
The Operation will once again focus on safe driving behaviour throughout the school holiday period.
Assistant Commissioner John Cawcutt represented Queensland Fire and Emergency Services and Acting Assistant Commissioner Matthew Green attended on behalf of Queensland Ambulance Service, as the operation will see emergency services working together to promote the safety of all Queensland road users.
Assistant Commissioner Keating said the state-wide effort at this time of year would encourage motorists to continue to take care.
Assistant Commissioner Keating advises all road users to take care and keep themselves and their families safe
“Everyone needs to ensure they don’t become complacent when
Request for assistance for traffic incident Bellbowrie
Inner West Police are seeking assistance from the public in relation to a traffic incident involving a motor vehicle and pedestrian at the intersection of Montanus Drive and Linum Place, Bellbowire, between 5.pm and 6pm on September 16.
Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident and/or obtain any dashcam footage of the incident.
Police would also like to like to speak to the driver of a silver coloured four wheel drive which was observed in the vicinity of the incident and maybe able to assist police with their inquiries.
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: QP1901809153
A special Coffee with a Cop in Mitchelton
On Wednesday September 11, members of the Inner West Patrol Group attended Mitchelton Special School for their Coffee with a Cop event.
Officers were joined by teaching staff, students and parents of the school to spend the morning mingling with a coffee and getting to know each other.
It was also an opportunity for teaching staff and students to meet their local police to check out the police vehicles.
Our coffees were created by the barista students of the pathways program of the Mitchie My Time Cafe at the school.
It was great to hear about the Pathways program and Mitchelton Special School and we learnt that the program is divided into five pathways for the students.
These include:
Supported employment
Continued education and training
Volunteering and community support
Healthy lifestyles recreation and leisure
Personal and community support
The students of “Mitchie My Time Café”, did a wonderful job looking after their guests – exceptional work and we look forward to