A significant breakthrough has been made in the investigation into an alleged robbery incident that occurred on Parkland near Barnes Creek Road, just outside of Mackay, during the early morning hours of June 25. Two 14-year-old boys, who were camping at the site, were victims of the disturbing incident.
Mackay police reported that the boys were abruptly awakened from their sleep inside a tent by two men who were banging on the tent. Allegedly, one of the men threatened the boys with a knife, while the other physically assaulted one of them. The assailants then proceeded to steal belongings from inside the tent. The boys did not sustain any major injuries requiring medical attention.
As a significant development, a 29-year-old Beaconsfield man has been arrested in connection with the robbery. He has been charged with the following offenses:
Two counts of armed robbery
Unlawful possession of a drug utensil (waterpipe)
Unlawful possession of a dangerous drug (cannabis sativa)
At the time of print the alleged suspect was scheduled to appear in the Mackay Magistrates Court, where charges will be formally presented.
When assisting police with information regarding this incident, quote this reference number: QP2301046020.
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