Update – Images Released – Armed Robbery – Tamworth
Published December 11, 2015 | 
Police from Oxley Local Area Command have released images and are appealing for information about two men wanted by virtue of outstanding warrants for an armed robbery in Tamworth this week.
Andrew Sampson, 35, and Michael Booby, 20, each have an outstanding warrant for their arrest.
The warrants relate to an armed robbery of a man on Woodward Avenue, Tamworth, about 2.30pm on Wednesday 2 December 2015.
Andrew Sampson is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, 180cm to 185cm tall, 80kg to 85kg with medium build, and dark greying hair.
Michael Booby is described as being Caucasian in appearance, 175cm to 180cm tall, 75kg to 80kg with a thin build, short brown hair and brown eyes.
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4 December 2015 – Armed Robbery – Business – Nundah
Published December 4, 2015 | Detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a business on Parkland Street in Nundah last night.
Around 6.45pm two men, one possibly armed with a firearm, entered the business and demanded money and jewellery from staff.
The staff members complied with their demands and the pair fled the scene with a sum of jewellery, travelling north along Sandgate Road on amotorcycle.
The men were later seen in the area around Kalinga Park in Clayfield.
No one was physically injured during the incident.
One man is described as approximately 185cms tall and was last seen wearing blue track pants, a blue jacket, red T-shirt, black balaclava and a motorcycle helmet.
The second man was last seen wearing a black track suit, balaclava motorcycle helmet.
28 November 2015 – Charges Laid – Armed Robbery – Backpakers Hostel – Brisbane CBD
Published December 4, 2015 | Three men have been charged following a robbery early this morning in Brisbane.
Around 2am, three men entered a backpacker’s hostel on Edward Street and threatened staff with a knife.
They made demands for cash, and when staff complied, one of the men pushed one of the staff members over and the men fled the scene.
The male staff member suffered minor injuries as a result of the incident.
The three men were located by police in a vehicle a short time later and were taken into custody.
One 27-year-old men from Brisbane has been charged with one count each of enter premises with intent to commit, armed robbery and possess dangerous drugs.
A further two men, a 58-year-old from Brisbane and a 27-year-old from Eagleby have each been charged with enter premises with intent to commit and armed robbery.
All are due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court this morning.
27 November 2015 – Monthly Crime Statistics Released
Published December 4, 2015 | State-wide the statistics over the last 12 months to the end of October show that reported offences against the person have risen 11 per cent and the total reported offences against property have risen two per cent, which has resulted in an overall rise in reported crime of three per cent.
Anyone can access the statistical information about their area here: https://www.police.sa.gov.au/about-us/crime-statistics-map
Select your area of interest by entering your postcode or suburb.
The release of these statistics, which can be found online at www.police.sa.gov.au each month, is part of a commitment to extend our communication and engagement with the community.
SAPOL statistics are compiled in compliance with nationally accepted and approved counting rules.
26 November 2015 – New National Terrorism Threat Advisory System
Published November 27, 2015 | The Australian Government has introduced a new National Terrorism Threat Advisory System.
The new system replaces the former National Terrorism Threat System and the Public Alert System, merging them into a single, more understandable and meaningful system.
The new system is a scale of levels that tells the public about the likelihood of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia.
The new system:
- comprises a five tier, colour coded, National Terrorism Threat scale to inform the public about the level of the terrorist threat facing the nation
- includes public advice on the nature of the threat
- guides national preparation and planning to protect against the threat of a terrorist incident
- rebalances the threat levels to reflect the current security environment that the country is facing.
The Australian Government has determined that the current threat is PROBABLE.
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Whenever the Government makes a change to the National Terrorism Threat Level it will explain why there is a change.
The System will inform Australians about the likelihood of an act of terrorism occurring in Australia and enable authorities, businesses and individuals to take appropriate measures for their own safety and security as well as that of their family and friends.
The National Terrorism Threat Level also provides an indicator to government agencies enabling them to respond appropriately with national threat preparedness and response planning.
This ensures that an appropriate level of precaution and vigilance is maintained to minimise the threat of a terrorist incident.
The Australian Government regularly reviews the security environment and the Threat Level.
Information about the new system and the current level can be found at www.nationalsecurity.gov.au
Background:
The national terrorism threat level for Australia is PROBABLE. Credible intelligence, assessed by our security agencies indicates that individuals or groups have developed both the intent and capability to conduct a terrorist attack in Australia.
We must maintain vigilance in the face of an escalating global terrorist threat that continues to affect Australia. This multifaceted threat was the reason the Commonwealth Government took the unprecedented step of raising the national terrorism threat level in September 2014.
The factors that underpinned that decision persist, and some have worsened. Those who wish to do us harm, some located here and some overseas, continue to view Australia as a legitimate target.
Where does the threat come from?
A small number of people in Australia adhere to an interpretation of Islam that is selective, violent and extreme. They are influenced by extreme messaging from terrorist groups such as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) who are active online, spreading their violent ideology and channelling persuasive propaganda to susceptible, vulnerable and easily influenced individuals.
The radicalisation and recruitment of Australians is increasing. Violent extremists are reaching out to those willing to listen and encouraging them to either join ISIL or to conduct attacks in its name. In some cases specific directions have been provided to conduct acts of terrorism here. Others, including those that are not in direct contact with violent extremists overseas, may be influenced by propaganda to undertake acts of terrorism in Australia. Those radicalised to violent extremism may display behavioural changes, develop new social networks and associations, withdraw from previous ones and promote an extremist ideology.
What are the likely targets?
Symbols of government and authorities perceived as terrorist adversaries, such as the military, police and security agencies, are often targeted by terrorists. However, indiscriminate attacks are increasing, and the risk to the general public in Australia remains.
Overseas extremists have encouraged local sympathisers and supporters to attack the public anywhere — attacks and plots in Europe and Africa in late 2015 targeting the public underscore this threat. Attacks of this nature are designed to cause injury or death and are aimed at disrupting our lives and damaging the nation by causing fear.
This is why it is important for the public to maintain a level of awareness and to report any suspicious activity immediately to authorities.
Our response
Federal, State and Territory Governments continue to focus on strengthening preventive efforts in partnership with industry, and on building Australia’s social cohesion, together with the community.
- Governments are working closely with communities to prevent terrorism, combat terrorist propaganda online and promote early intervention programmes;
- Federal, state and territory authorities have well-tested cooperative arrangements in place and have adopted appropriate security measures; and
- Police and security agencies liaise closely with critical infrastructure owners and operators.
In the current environment, Australians should go about their daily business as usual, but should exercise caution and be aware of events immediately around them.
If you see, hear or become aware of something suspicious or unusual, call the National Security Hotline on 1800 1234 00. Every call is important and could prevent a terrorist attack in Australia.
The www.nationalsecurity.gov.auwebsite provides further information on the current threat environment and what the government is doing to mitigate the threat of terrorism and violent extremism.
25 November 2015 – Update – Armed Robbery – Ladies Boutique – Adelaide CBD East
Published November 27, 2015 | Around 1.30pm on Sunday, 22 November 2015, the man entered the boutique and threatened staff with a knife. He then ran from the store heading east on Grenfell Street.
The man is described as Caucasian, 25 years old, 179cm tall, slim build, medium to dark brown short hair, full dark beard and fair complexion.
Anyone with information that may assist police or who was in the vicinity and witnessed the incident is urged to please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report on-line at https://sa.crimestoppers.com.au
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22 November 2015 – Armed Robbery – Ladies Boutique – East Adelaide CBD
Published November 27, 2015 | Eastern Adelaide Police are seeking assistance from the public after a man with a knife robbed a shop in the city this afternoon.
Just after 1.30pm on Sunday 22 November, the man described as aged about mid’s 20’s, with a full beard and wearing dark clothing, a black baseball cap and having numerous tattoos on both arms, threatened staff at a small ladies boutique in Rundle Place and stole cash from the shop’s till.
He was last seen walking towards Grenfell Street.
There were no physical injuries.
23 November 2015 – Armed Robbery – Business Premises – Narromine
Published November 27, 2015 | Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted armed robbery in Narromine yesterday.
About 5.45am (Sunday 22 November 2015), an unknown male armed with a machete approached the front door of a business on Warren Road.
Police have been told he yelled at employees to let him in, but left empty handed, when he was unable to gain access through the locked door.
It’s believed he left the scene in a white Holden Commodore near Third Avenue and Fifth Avenue.
Officer from Orana Local Area Command attended and commenced an investigation.
As inquiries continue, police would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist them.
The man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 170cm tall, with a thin build, wearing grey pants, a green hooded jumper and wearing a balaclava.
18 November 2015 – Armed Robbery – Mail Van – Mill Park
Published November 20, 2015 | Police are appealing for public assistance after a mail delivery driver had a knife held to his throat and his mail van stolen in Mill Park yesterday morning.
Investigators have been told that a woman approached the man in Apsley Court, after he made a delivery, held a knife to his throat and demanded his keys about 8.15am.
The woman allegedly threatened to kill the driver before driving off with the van and its contents.
A man driving a stolen red Commodore, with registration number WRF437, followed the van from the scene.
The delivery van was later recovered in Layton Court, Mill Park after a witness disturbed the man rummaging through the parcels while the woman remained in the stolen red Commodore.
The pair was startled and fled the scene in the stolen red Commodore.
Detectives are working to establish what may have been taken from the delivery van.
The victim was not physically injured.
Police have released an image of a similar Commodore in the hope it will assist the investigation.
The man is described as about 170cm tall, Caucasian in appearance with light brown curly hair. He was wearing a dark-coloured baseball cap, white t-shirt and long baggy shorts.
The woman is described as about 25 to 30-years-old, Caucasian in appearance with a thin build and blonde hair.
13 November 2015 – Update – Appeal – CCTV Released – Armed Robbery – Ceramics Store – Lansvale
Published November 20, 2015 | Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for information, following an attempted armed robbery at a ceramics store at Lansvale last month.
About 6.30pm (Friday 30 October 2015), a 51-year-old man and a 52-year-old woman were working behind a counter in the store on the Hume Highway, when two males entered, both armed with poles.
Police have been told the pair threatened the man and woman, before the man in the store was struck on the head.
The injured man attempted to flee, before he was assaulted a number of times.
The pair fled the scene, empty handed, and were last seen running towards Longfield Street, then possibly getting into a car.
The injured man was treated at the scene for a large cut to his head and bruising. The woman was uninjured.
Officers attached to Cabramatta Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene.
As inquiries continue, police would like to speak to two males who may be able to assist them.
One is described as being of Asian appearance, and was seen wearing a black zip-up jacket with a white logo on the upper left side, light-coloured pants, black and white shoes, and a white baseball cap.
The second male is described as being of Asian appearance, with a white zip-up jacket, light-coloured pants, black and white shoes with a white baseball cap.
