Drug dealing mechanic caught with stolen war medals, electricity
A power-pinching mechanic who turned to drugs after surviving a crash which killed his best mate not only took off in a client’s car but was also traced to a number of other crimes.
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Almost $120k cash, ‘loaded’ handgun: Builder’s past crimes exposed
A Sunshine Coast builder spent almost two years on remand after racking up more than a dozen charges which included being found with almost $120,000 in cash and a firearm.
Young mum tries to flee cops while driving on ice in Macca’s drive-thru
A Sunshine Coast mother drove her car into a garden bed after police tried to intercept her in a McDonald’s takeaway line while she was driving disqualified on meth.
Emergency crews rush to four-vehicle crash on motorway
Four people are being treated following a four-vehicle crash on a major Sunshine Coast road, with lanes blocked in both directions.
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Wayward ‘activism’ leads to thousands in damages at supermarkets
A renowned meat destroyer who caused havoc at Sunshine Coast supermarkets has sparked up his sense of social justice again after breaking into a local grocery store twice in a matter of hours.
Guns, coke, cash allegedly seized at hostel in bikie crackdown
A man has faced court after police allegedly seized weapons, drugs and $20,000 cash during a joint AFP and Queensland Police raid on a Sunshine Coast backpacker hostel.
‘Not a scam’: Police urge residents to stay on top of emergency alerts
Police have reminded Sunshine Coast residents of the importance in remaining aware of emergency alerts during the severe weather season.
‘Bulls–t’: Man’s alleged disgusting, racist act towards cops
A Noosaville man allegedly hurled racist remarks at a cop before allegedly committing a disgusting act that had him hauled before court.
Young mum’s chemist ram raid before fiery stolen car crash
A Townsville mother has admitted to being involved in a crime spree stretching from North Queensland to Brisbane before it ended in a police chase and crash in the Noosa hinterland.
IT contractor’s heinous child abuse chats with undercover cop
A former Sunshine Coast university contractor has admitted to taking part in egregious conversations online about sexually abusing an undercover cop’s young niece and nephew.
Suspended teacher’s bid for sick leave lands in court
A Queensland teacher, who was suspended from duty after being charged with indecent treatment of children offences, has failed in his bid to secure sick leave.
‘Uncontactable’ building boss reported for suspected offences
The director of a building company that has collapsed owing a six-figure debt “may have committed offences”, a report from the liquidator has revealed.
Heavily tattooed man ‘doing the right thing’ before stolen car crash
A court has heard how a man adorned with tattoos believed he was driving a hire car when he caused a dangerous collision in the Sunshine Coast hinterland before fleeing the scene.
Teen rushed to hospital after alleged midnight stabbing
An 18-year-old man has been rushed to hospital after allegedly being stabbed while out walking on the road with two other teenagers at midnight on the Sunshine Coast. DETAILS.
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