Shocking Double Carjacking Attempt At Mackay Intersection

A brazen double carjacking attempt at the busy Milton and Shakespeare Street intersection on August 17 has left the Mackay community on edge.

In a shocking sequence of events, two men tried to force their way into two separate vehicles stopped at a red light, prompting both drivers to flee through the intersection red lights. The alarming incident has sparked widespread concern, with police urging witnesses to come forward.

Mackay police reported that at about 8:45pm on August 17 at the Milton Street and Shakespeare Street intersection, two people attempted to steal two separate cars which were stopped at a red traffic control light.

“Both people have approached a large red vehicle which was stationary and attempted to open the doors to gain entry,” the police statement read.

“The driver of the vehicle drove through the red light to escape the situation.

“The two people have then moved to the next stationary vehicle in line which was a black-coloured Mazda hatchback and attempted to open the doors of this vehicle.

“The driver also drove through the red light to escape the situation.”

Police said the two alleged carjackers are described as being male, wearing all-black, long-sleeve-coloured shirts and pants and between 30 and 40 years of age. One person was described as being Caucasian with dark coloured hair, average height and weight.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have dashcam footage of the incident is asked to contact police as soon as possible.

Police report number QP2401394280.

‍