Attempted armed robbery charges, Highfields
Police have charged two men following an alleged attempted armed robbery in Highfields early this morning.
Police will allege that the pair, armed with metal bars, entered a tavern on Highfields Road around 7.20am before attempting to break into a secure office.
The pair were unsuccessful and left the scene in a vehicle.
A 31-year-old Highfields man was charged with one count each of enter premises with intent and attempted armed robbery.
A 26-year-old Mount Lofty man was also charged with one count each of enter premises with intent, attempted armed robbery and possession of a dangerous drug.
Both are expected to appear in the Toowoomba Magistrates Court tomorrow.
Investigations are continuing.
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