Operation Mike Durius
Detectives from Taskforce Maxima and the New South Wales Police Force have arrested a 28-year-old man in Moree, New South Wales, in relation to serious assault and sexual offences.
It will be alleged the man seriously and sexually assaulted his ex-partner during a domestic violence incident which occurred in Toowoomba last month.
Investigations by detectives from Taskforce Maxima led to the arrest of the man by Moree detectives overnight. Consequently, Taskforce Maxima detectives have attended Moree and will seek his extradition to Queensland to faces charges.
A 28-year-old man, of no fixed abode, has been arrested and charged with 23 offences, including five counts of assault, four counts of rape, three counts of indecent assault, two counts each of attempted rape and making threats, and one count each of deprivation of liberty, assault occasioning bodily harm, and serious assault.
It is alleged the man is a participant of the Rebels Criminal Motorcycle Gang associated with the Ballina, New South Wales, chapter.
Detective Inspector Brendan Smith of Taskforce Maxima, said the investigation revealed another example of the bullying behaviour used by Criminal Motorcycle Gang participants, who not only commit offences but also attempt to scare complainants from making complaints to authorities.
“The courage of the victim in this instance is indicative of the change in community attitude.
“Victims now come forward with confidence knowing they are supported and these offenders will face the consequences of their actions,” Detective Inspector Smith said.
The man will face the Moree Local Court today where his extradition will be sought.
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