Armed robbery, Aurukun
Police are investigating after a vehicle was stolen by armed youths last night at Aurukun.
Around 11.30pm a man and a woman drove the vehicle to an address on Wuungkan Lane before stopping to open a gate.
Whilst the woman was opening the gate they were approached by three or four teenage boys armed with machetes and knives.
The man exited the vehicle whereupon one of the youths entered the driver’s seat. Two other youths made demands of the man for his wallet and other keys which were refused. A youth demanded keys from the woman which were handed over.
The youths have then stolen the vehicle which was then driven around Aurukun in a dangerous manner before it became bogged on the outskirts of Aurukun on Aurukun Road.
The youths then fled on foot.
The man and the woman were not physically injured during the robbery.
Investigations into the robbery are continuing.
Northern Region Assistant Commissioner Paul Taylor wants to reassure the community that police are working hard to ensure the safety of everyone in Aurukun with extra officers currently in the town.
“These types of incidents are not indicative of the wider Aurukun community. We are working in partnership with the people of Aurukun and community leaders to try to prevent crime.
“Unfortunately offences are committed here, just like in any community, with officers determined to ensure those alleged to be responsible are identified and the appropriate action is taken,” Assistant Commissioner Taylor said.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
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