On The Beat Serious Assault On River Street

Police have charged a 31-year-old Slade Point man after an alleged assault of a police officer on River Street, Mackay, on February 21.    

Police were called to a disturbance on Nelson Street around 2.10pm where it is alleged the man became involved in an altercation with another man.

The man left the scene prior to police arrival. However, officers were able to locate him on River Street where he allegedly threatened an officer with a weapon.

Officers resolved the situation and, in that process, a taser was deployed.

The man has been charged with one count each of serious assault of police officer whilst armed with a weapon, going armed so as to cause fear, and trespassing.

Bruce Highway Closed Following Serious Crash At Glenella

Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash on the Bruce Highway at Glenella, where a 69-year-old driver sustained critical injuries after allegedly hitting the side of another vehicle.

The 69-year-old man driving a white Ford ute was rushed to Mackay Base Hospital in critical condition following the incident.

The Bruce Highway was closed for several hours on Monday, 26th February, after the serious crash near Glendaragh Rd occurred around 12:30 pm.

A white Isuzu truck was traveling south on the highway when it was reportedly struck on the left side by the ute, which allegedly had turned onto the highway from Glendaragh Rd.

Diversions were put in place, with northbound motorists advised to travel on Sugarshed Rd.

Community members have highlighted the intersection's dangerous nature, citing frequent close calls, and suggesting the need for a merging lane to allow safer access to the Bruce Highway from Glendaragh Rd.

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