Police Briefs

There have been two major crashes, a house fire, and a major break in in recent weeks.

By Dominique Tassell

Cleary and Dragon Car Crash

Two cars crashed on a busy intersection in Warwick after one driver failed to give way.

The crash occurred on the intersection of Cleary Street and Dragon Street at approximately 10:40am on 4 August.

Two ambulance crews were called to the scene, and police were also present.

Those involved in the crash sustained only minor injuries.

A representative of Queensland Ambulance Service stated that those involved in the crash “self-extricated out of vehicle and declined transport to a hospital”.

Officer in Charge Jamie Deacon stated that they had taken no action against anyone involved in the crash.

“Investigations are continuing, but at this stage no one has been charged.”

Officer Deacon stated that it was not a repeat intersection.

QPS confirmed that later that night at 8pm, a hit and run at a local car park was also reported.

Man hospitalised after Albion Street crash

Two cars collided on the corner of Victoria and Albion Streets, leaving one man in hospital.

The crash occurred on 6 August at 11:32am.

Paramedics transported a male patient in stable condition with back pain to Warwick hospital following a crash between a motorcycle and car.

Queensland Ambulance Services say they only assessed one patient.

Investigations ongoing into house fire

Queensland Police Services say inquiries are continuing regarding the house fire on the corner of Quinn and Carmody Streets.

The fire, reported to emergency services at 11:30pm on 2 August, left a house completely gutted.

Police say they haven’t ruled anything out.

The property was reportedly broken into in early June.

Police ask that anyone with information please contact Warwick Police.

Thieves break glass for cigarettes

A service station was broken into on 5 August, smashing glass to get inside.

United Service Station on Helene Street was targeted at approximately 12:15am.

Warwick Police confirmed that the thieves took “low values items” such as cigarettes.

Investigations are ongoing.