An unsuspecting delivery driver “simply doing his job” was allegedly assaulted in what police have described as a calculated and coordinated attack.
Police allege that at around 9pm on 15 June, a 25-year-old man delivering a nitrous oxide bottle to a Banksia Street, Browns Plains address was approached by two males who exited a nearby ute.
“The pair allegedly assaulted the driver before stealing several nitrous oxide canisters and leaving the scene in the utility they arrived in,” police said.
“Following a detailed investigation, including CCTV review, police executed simultaneous search warrants at two properties on Creekside Crescent at Flagstone.”
Police allege to have found empty nitrous oxide canisters, cannabis, and mobile phones during the searches.
They say a 21-year-old Flagstone man has since been charged with armed robbery, possessing dangerous drugs and possessing a drug utensil.
He is due to reappear at Beenleigh Magistrates Court on 22 August.
Detective Acting Inspector Adam Bennett said police were targeting violent and drug-related offending across Logan.
“This was a calculated and coordinated attack on an unsuspecting delivery driver who was simply doing his job,” Mr Bennett said.
“Thanks to the dedication of our officers and the work of specialist units, we’ve been able to swiftly identify one of the alleged offenders involved and bring charges.”
“To anyone engaging in this type of criminal behaviour – police will find you, and you will be held to account.”
Investigations continue.
‘Unsuspecting’ delivery drivery allegedly assaulted on the job
