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Police Appeal for Information Following Alleged Theft at Darra Business

Queensland Police are calling on the local community to help identify the owners of a Ford SUV and several individuals who may have information about an alleged theft at a Darra business.

Mount Ommaney Police are investigating an incident that occurred on 13 January at a business along Ipswich Road. According to Sergeant Tony Maras, officers are working to locate people who were seen in the area between 8.57am and 9.02am that day, around the same time the business reported items missing.

The investigation has revealed that the vehicle and individuals in question may be connected to multiple alleged thefts across the region. Police have indicated that the number plates on the Ford SUV may be false.

Anyone who recognises the vehicle or the people pictured in the police appeal, or who has any information that could assist investigators, is encouraged to contact Mount Ommaney Police Station directly on (07) 3712 5222.

Members of the public can also provide information through Policelink using the online suspicious activity form, which is available 24 hours a day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

The reference number for this investigation is QP2600081839.

Published 19-January-2026

Fatal Durack Warehouse Fire Being Treated As Suspicious, Police Seek Witness

A fire that claimed the life of a 44-year-old man at a Durack charity warehouse last Friday is now being investigated as suspicious by Queensland Police.

Emergency services responded to the blaze at Citipointe West Marketplace on Freeman Road shortly before 7am on 28 November, with flames engulfing the facility that housed community supplies and hundreds of Christmas hampers prepared for local families.

Firefighters successfully extinguished the fire during the morning, but structural safety concerns prevented police from entering the building until approximately 6pm that evening. It was then that officers made the grim discovery of human remains inside the destroyed warehouse.

The deceased has since been formally identified as a 44-year-old man. According to Acting Detective Inspector Leah Godfrey, the man was not employed at the facility and had not been reported missing prior to the discovery.

“We’re keeping a very open mind at this stage and our investigation is just progressing,” Acting Detective Inspector Godfrey told media. “We’re trying to work through everything to try and ascertain [the source of the fire].”

Police are treating the circumstances surrounding the fire as suspicious and are appealing to the community for assistance with their enquiries.

Investigators are particularly interested in any information, CCTV footage, or dashcam recordings from the early hours of Friday morning. Acting Detective Inspector Godfrey emphasised that footage captured between midnight and 6.45am on 28 November could prove vital to the investigation.

“The adjoining streets are extremely busy with cars, so we’re hopeful that maybe some member of the community has some information that can assist us,” she said.

The warehouse served as a storage facility for the community marketplace, and its destruction has resulted in the loss of supplies intended to support local residents during the Christmas period.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Queensland Police or Crime Stoppers.

Published 2-December-2025

Former Police Union Leader Ian Leavers Found Dead at Mount Ommaney Home

Photo Credit: myPolice Brisbane West

The Queensland Police Service is mourning the passing of Ian Leavers APM, who was found dead at a Mount Ommaney residence this morning.

Police were called to the address around 9.50am on Sunday, where Mr Leavers was located. Authorities have confirmed his death is not being treated as suspicious, with investigations continuing.

Mr Leavers held the position of Queensland Cross-Border Commissioner at the time of his death. He previously served as President of the Queensland Police Union of Employees for more than 15 years and was a former member of the Queensland Police Service.

Queensland Police Service Commissioner Steve Gollschewski APM paid tribute to Mr Leavers, acknowledging his significant contribution to the organisation and its members.

Commissioner Gollschewski said Mr Leavers led with dedication and purpose during his tenure as union president, building strong relationships across the service and advocating tirelessly for frontline officers.

The commissioner highlighted Mr Leavers’ role in introducing policy improvements and better working conditions for police members, particularly during challenging periods.

Mr Leavers’ death is expected to have a considerable impact across the police service and the wider community due to his longstanding connections and advocacy work.

Support services are available for anyone affected. Lifeline can be contacted on 13 11 14 or at www.lifeline.org.au, whilst Beyond Blue is available on 1300 22 4636 or at www.beyondblue.org.au.

Published 10-November-2025