Police have charged a 19-year-old Deception Bay man with multiple offences following a high-priority arrest at a Burpengary shopping centre, marking a significant step in Operation Whiskey Legion.
During a routine surveillance operation on Sunday, the 26th of May 2024, police officers spotted the suspect, who was already wanted for several offences, at a busy shopping centre in Burpengary. The sighting triggered a swift response, leading to a foot chase after the man and an accompanying woman attempted to flee the scene.
The pursuit, captured on police body cameras, ended shortly thereafter with the arrest of both individuals near the shopping centre.
The man faces three counts each of driving a motor vehicle without a licence—disqualified by court order, and using or permitting the use of a vehicle with a number plate not assigned to it.
Additional charges against him include one count each of wilful damage and obstructing a police officer. He has been remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Caboolture Magistrates Court on the 28th of May. Meanwhile, the 19-year-old woman from Deception Bay was issued an infringement notice for obstructing police.
Authorities are urging anyone with further information about the incident to come forward. Information can be reported confidentially to Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au, quoting reference number QP2400667224.
Alternatively, suspicious activities can be reported directly to the police through their online form available at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
This arrest is part of the broader Operation Whiskey Legion, aimed at addressing high-priority criminal activities in the region, underscoring the ongoing commitment of local law enforcement to maintain public safety and order.
Published 30-May-2024
