Walkerston man arrested over alleged domestic violence and weapons offences

A semi-automatic rifle and ammunition have been seized from a Queensland property with the discovery linked to allegations of stalking and deprivation of liberty. SEE THE VIDEO

A domestic violence investigation has led to the seizure of a sem-iautomatic rifle and large-capacity magazines with a man now facing serious charges.

Police searched an address in Walkerston in the Mackay region on June 18 where they allegedly locating semi-automatic rifles and large-capacity magazines with ammunition.

The search followed an investigation into alleged serious domestic violence offences, including stalking and deprivation of liberty.

A 39-year-old man from Walkerston was charged with seven offences, including two counts of unlawful possession of a weapon, as well as stalking, deprivation of liberty, not having authority to possess explosives, and possessing utensils.

Police executed a high-risk search warrant at a Walkerston address on June 18, 2025, allegedly locating semi-automatic rifles and large-capacity magazines with ammunition. Picture: Queensland Police

Acting Inspector Scott Ingram said they were committed to investigating serious crimes associated with domestic and family violence.

“The Mackay Whitsundays District is dedicated to supporting victims of domestic violence and taking firm action against offenders,” he said.

“Everyone has the right to live without fear of domestic and family violence.”

Police charged a 39-year-old Walkerston man following investigations into alleged serious domestic violence offences, including stalking and deprivation of liberty. Picture: Queensland Police

He said the warrant was one example in which police were disrupting the illegal use of firearms.

“Illegal firearms have no place in our community, and we will continue to target offenders and remove dangerous weapons from the streets.”

The man is set to appear in Mackay Magistrates Court on September 8.