BREAKING: A 30-year-old Strathpine man is in custody following a dramatic 12-hour standoff in a tree after a home invasion in Bridgeman Downs on October 22, 2023. Police were called to a home on Stirling Street around 3:30 PM yesterday, where a 40-year-old resident reported that two men had broken in and stolen his car.
The homeowner confronted the intruders, who allegedly threatened him with a knife before fleeing in the resident’s white Toyota Corolla. Police quickly tracked one of the suspects to a location in Strathpine around 6:30 PM, where he climbed a tree in an attempt to evade capture.
Officers spent hours negotiating with the man, who finally surrendered and was arrested at approximately 6:50 AM today. He faces serious charges, including armed robbery, serious assault of a police officer, and possessing dangerous drugs. He is scheduled to appear before the Brisbane Magistrates Court later today.
This incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the ongoing concerns about safety and crime in residential areas.
In a related case, police are continuing their search for Todd King, a 41-year-old man who vanished on October 8 while driving a white Toyota Corolla (registration 617 IMZ). New images have been released as authorities urge anyone with information about his disappearance to contact police.
The situation in Bridgeman Downs is developing, and local residents are on high alert. Stay tuned for further updates as authorities continue their investigation into these alarming incidents.
