Detectives in Mount Isa have launched a public appeal for crucial dashcam footage as part of their investigation into an alleged serious assault that occurred in the city earlier this month.
Appeal for Public Assistance
Investigators from the Mount Isa Criminal Investigation Branch are urging motorists who were driving on specific streets on Friday, December 5 to come forward. Police are particularly interested in vision from vehicles that were on Atherton, Hilary, or Grace streets between 10am and 11am.
The alleged incident is said to have taken place on Atherton Street during that one-hour window. Authorities believe dashcam recordings or eyewitness accounts could provide vital evidence to piece together the events of that morning.
Charges Laid in Connection to Incident
A 33-year-old Mount Isa man has already been charged in relation to the alleged assault. He faces a charge of grievous bodily harm and was scheduled to make his first court appearance at the Mount Isa Magistrates Court on Monday.
While a charge has been laid, police have emphasised that their inquiries are far from over. The appeal for footage and witnesses indicates detectives are working to solidify the case and fully understand the circumstances surrounding the incident.
How the Community Can Help
Detectives have made a direct plea to anyone who may have witnessed the event or who might possess relevant video footage. This includes not only dashcam recordings but also any CCTV or mobile phone vision captured in the vicinity of the three named streets during the specified time.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Mount Isa police immediately. The ongoing investigation underscores the critical role that public assistance and modern technology, like dashboard cameras, now play in solving crimes and ensuring community safety.
