On The Beat Counterfeit Currency Reported In Moranbah

A fake $50 note was reported to Police at a local business in Moranbah. Photo source: Queensland Police Service  

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Moranbah residents are being urged to remain vigilant after a local business reported receiving a suspected counterfeit $50 note.

The note was reported to police on Monday 12^th October, after being received by a business on St Francis Drive. Moranbah Police subsequently seized the banknote for investigation.

Police said the note appeared to be missing visible security features and did not have the same feel as genuine Australian currency, raising suspicions it was counterfeit.

Residents who suspect they have been handed counterfeit money are advised to refuse the note if it is safe to do so.

Anyone who comes across a suspected counterfeit banknote should handle it as little as possible, place it in an envelope and record any relevant details about how it came into their possession.

The matter should then be reported to Queensland or Federal Police through Policelink on 131 444 or online at police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

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Man Charged Following Dangerous Driving Incident

A 22-year-old man has been charged following an alleged dangerous driving incident involving a stolen vehicle on the Bruce Highway at Bloomsbury earlier this month.

Police were called to the highway on October 10th following reports of a stolen Ford Ranger utility being driven dangerously, including on the wrong side of the road.

The vehicle allegedly struck several other vehicles before being brought to a stop by police.

No injuries were reported.

A 22-year-old Beachmere man has since been charged with five counts of failing to comply with duties of a driver involved in a crash, four counts of stealing, two counts of obstructing a police officer, and one count each of unlawful use of a motor vehicle, dangerous operation of a vehicle, being adversely affected by an intoxicating substance, evasion offence and conduct causing a public nuisance.

Police are appealing for anyone with relevant information or dashcam footage of the incident to come forward.

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Police Seek Public Help After Motorcycle Theft

Police are appealing for public assistance following the theft of a motorcycle from Alligator Creek over the weekend of October 10th and 11th.

A red and silver 2008 Honda CBR 100 motorcycle, bearing registration 496WF, was reportedly stolen from beside the Bruce Highway sometime between 12pm on Saturday, October 10th, and 10.30am on Sunday, October 11th.

The motorcycle had reportedly experienced a mechanical breakdown and was left at the roadside while awaiting collection for repairs.

Police are seeking information about the motorcycle's whereabouts or anyone who may have witnessed the theft.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police, quoting reference number QP2602016675.

Residents are also encouraged to report any suspicious activity to police.

Reference number: QP2602016675

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