Five people police want to identify from the Qld NSW border protest
Police have released images of people they wish to speak to regarding a large protest on the state border.
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Police want to identify five people who were photographed at unauthorised protests on the Queensland and New South Wales border.
Protesters crossed from New South Wales into Queensland at Coolangatta on August 22, in a statement against lockdown and border restrictions.
As part of ongoing investigations, police have released images of five people who may be able to assist with their inquiries.
The first man depicted is described as wearing a black T-shirt and cream cargo pants, with a GoPro strapped to his chest.
A second man depicted is described as wearing a faded grey T-shirt, orange pants and a blue and yellow face mask, holding a mobile phone.
A third man depicted is described as wearing a white T-shirt and a black cap.
A female depicted in the same image is described as wearing a black blouse and carrying a black handbag.
A fourth man depicted is described as wearing a black singlet and a black floppy hat, with a sleeve tattoo on his left arm.
Anyone with information about the identities of the five people – or anyone who has mobile phone footage of the protest activity – is urged to contact Crime Stoppers through the online portal or by contacting 1800 333 000.
Investigators are following up every report, with seven people charged and 55 fines issued so far.
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