Police Use Stinger to Stop Stolen Car Convoy in Townsville
Townsville police successfully deployed a stinger device to stop a convoy of stolen vehicles after a high-speed chase, leading to multiple arrests and charges.
Townsville police successfully deployed a stinger device to stop a convoy of stolen vehicles after a high-speed chase, leading to multiple arrests and charges.
A woman has been sentenced for her involvement in a large-scale cannabis operation in Calderwood, highlighting ongoing law enforcement efforts against drug cultivation in the region.
Quang Toan Dang has appeared in Newcastle Local Court on charges related to a $22 million cannabis raid, with police alleging a large-scale operation involving hydroponic equipment.
A suspicious fire at a Housing ACT property in Gordon has prompted a police investigation, with authorities treating the blaze as deliberate and urging witnesses to come forward.
A young Perth man imprisoned for posting Islamic State beheading videos online is not undergoing any de-radicalisation programs in jail, raising concerns about homegrown extremism and community safety.
Authorities are investigating the unknown cause of a fire in Ayr, Burdekin region, with police treating the scene as a crime scene while no injuries reported.
A Manoora man has been charged in connection with an alleged armed sexual assault that occurred in Cairns almost a decade ago, following a renewed police investigation.
A retired high-ranking prison officer has been sentenced to 3.5 years in jail for transmitting child abuse material and recording a child under 13, with the court describing his actions as 'vile' and 'depraved'.
A whistleblower has confirmed allegations of systemic corruption and bullying at the Alexander Maconochie Centre, raising serious concerns about inmate welfare and staff misconduct in the ACT's main prison.
The Queensland government has introduced new laws to combat copper theft, imposing tougher penalties including longer jail terms and higher fines to deter criminals and protect infrastructure.
A man has been charged by police after an alleged crime spree involving multiple incidents across Townsville and Mount Louisa, with investigations ongoing.
Kenneth Coverdale from Belmont has appeared in Geelong Magistrates' Court on serious drug trafficking charges, with police alleging involvement in a significant drug supply network.
The Morpheus taskforce has executed a major national operation targeting the Comancheros bikie gang, disrupting criminal networks across Australia.
Shaun Thorpe, a 33-year-old Berkeley man, has been charged with 26 alleged offences including drug supply and property crimes after a police operation in Wollongong.
Police are searching for three men accused of domestic violence, fraud, and stealing offenses in the Illawarra area. Authorities urge public assistance.
A prisoner caught with cocaine and assaults on officers at Adelaide Remand Centre have ignited fresh demands to return the facility to public control, citing safety and accountability concerns.
A Townsville chef has avoided a criminal conviction after pleading guilty to assaulting his roommate while intoxicated, following a dispute over household noise.
Zachary Trott has been released from jail after completing his prison term for a rape conviction in Townsville, with authorities confirming his release and monitoring conditions.
Right-wing crossbench Senator Ralph Babet is refusing to attend mandated behaviour workshops after being found to have breached parliamentary standards with offensive social media posts.
A 31-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with criminal neglect after a nine-month-old baby boy was found unresponsive in a minivan in Elizabeth Downs.
A 30-year-old man has been charged with murder after a 27-year-old's body was found in Yanchep bushland. He appeared in Joondalup Magistrates Court and was remanded in custody.
Retired detective Gerry Thornton details how Louis Mahony's sense of invincibility unraveled his staged murder of Lainie Coldwell, leading to a life sentence.
Two Geelong teenagers, Jaiden Fidge and Riley Smith, have pleaded guilty to sexually penetrating a 14-year-old girl. The case highlights serious youth crime issues in the region.
A teenager from the Illawarra region has appeared in court, accused of stealing multiple e-bikes in Kiama and Bombo. The case highlights concerns over youth crime and property theft in the area.
A 31-year-old man is in a serious condition with burns after an alleged break-in at a power substation in Newtown, Ipswich, where he suffered an electric shock while cutting wires.
A 20-year-old woman caused panic and financial loss at a Canberra nightclub by setting off capsicum spray, leading to evacuation and emergency response.
A Townsville court heard a man pointed a knife at police before being shot three times. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between law enforcement and the community.
A Fairy Meadow man has been sentenced in Wollongong Local Court for causing chaos during Christmas, with details of the incident and legal outcome revealed.
Tactical officers have described the fatal confrontation with Krista Kach during the Stockton siege, revealing details of the intense standoff and the events leading to her death.
A coronial inquest is investigating the police response to a fatal standoff in Stockton, focusing on operational decisions and potential improvements for future crises.