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7NEWS
29-05-2025
- 7NEWS
Gunman identified, faces 30 charges after Queensland town lockdown
A 25-year-old man is facing 30 charges following an alleged shooting incident which sparked a 10-hour police manhunt that forced parts of a small Queensland town into lockdown. Detectives alleged Luke Ralston fired multiple rounds into a house on Arthur Street in the early hours of Wednesday morning, before fleeing the scene. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Police were called to the residential property in the rural town of 10,000 residents shortly before 4am following reports of gunshots. Officers found visible bullet holes in the exterior walls of the targeted house. 'A number of people were able to leave the property safely prior to police arrival,' Queensland Police said in a statement. The police alleged the South-Burnett man fled the scene, believed to be armed and travelling in a black Suzuki Swift with false number plates displaying 551GE9. A large-scale manhunt ensued, with access to Kingaroy Hospital restricted and nearby schools, including Saint Mary's Catholic College, placed into lockdown or advised to close as a precaution. The dramatic search ended 10 hours later, at about 1.30pm, when Ralston was arrested on Foleys Road at Goodger, about 15 minutes south of Kingaroy. Police allege Ralston was in possession of five stolen high-powered rifles and a machete, which were seized from a red Subaru he allegedly stole while attempting to evade authorities. Ralston has been charged with a string of offences, including acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm, dangerous conduct with a weapon, dangerous driving, and stealing. No injuries were reported during the incident. Police Ralston's case was mentioned at Kingaroy Magistrates Court on Thursday and has been adjourned until August 8.
Sky News AU
28-05-2025
- Sky News AU
Man, 25, arrested after accused of firing shots at occupied home, sparking emergency in Queensland town of Kingaroy
A man has sparked a major emergency in a small Queensland town after he allegedly shot at an occupied home in what police suspect to be a domestic violence incident. Police were called to Kingaroy, some 220 kilometres west of the Sunshine Coast, to reports of gunshots fired at an Arthur Street property on Tuesday just before 4am. A number of people inside at the time escaped safely before officers arrived. Police in response launched a search for the gunman involving tactical officers from the Special Emergency Response Team and the PolAir chopper to scan from above. Investigators took precautionary measures to protect the community, locking down Kingaroy Hospital while Saint Mary's Catholic College students did not attend school. Speaking at a press conference Tuesday afternoon, Darling Downs District Officer Superintendent Doug McDonald said they identified the shooter "very early on". The man was able to evade police for several hours but was arrested about 1.30pm. When he was apprehended he was found with "a number of high-powered rifles" that were stolen some 24 hours earlier during a break and enter, police will allege. At least one man and woman were inside the home at the time of the shooting. Supt McDonald said it the incident may be domestic violence-related. "That female person is safe and well and has received treatment and support from the police throughout this incident," he told reporters. The gunman had first been sighted fleeing in a Suzuki, but he was caught later in a Subaru which police will allege was stolen while he was evading officers. "So, we had been in touch with this particular person of interest attempting to get him to come into the police station peacefully and he's failed to undertake those instructions that we've given him to do that," Supt McDonald said. No physical injuries have been reported in the incidents. Supt McDonald would not weigh into the circumstances surrounding the man's possession of the firearms but stressed it can be "very dangerous" in the wrong hands. "We treat it very seriously and whilst not making any suggestions as to insecure firearms in this instance, it is a reminder of the importance of people adequately securing their weapons," he said to a reporter who asked about locking up guns. The 25-year-old from the South Burnett region - who police had hoped to speak to prior to the alleged shooting incident - was wanted "on a number of matters". There is no ongoing threat to the community. Police spent the day speaking to the man and the two occupants of the home. Anyone with information or may have dash cam or CCTV footage is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at
Sky News AU
28-05-2025
- Sky News AU
Gunman on the run in regional Queensland town after early morning shooting leads to school, hospital lockdown
Police are on the hunt for a man believed to be armed after shots were fired in a small regional Queensland town, resulting in the closure of a nearby hospital and multiple schools. Queensland police believe multiple people were inside a property on Arthur Street in Kingaroy about 4am on Wednesday when a number of gunshots were fired from the home. A group of people inside the property escaped to safety. A 25-year-old man, believed to be the gunman, remains at large. Authorities were forced to restrict access to the local Kingaroy Hospital until further notice. Local schools, including the nearby Saint Mary's Catholic College, as well as businesses in the area have also been advised to close as police hunt for the man. He is described as around 175cm tall, slim build, Caucasian with brown hair and brown eyes. Police suspect he may be travelling in a black Suzuki Swift with counterfeit license plates showing 551 GE9. Members of the public are urged not to approach the man or his vehicle, and to call police immediately if sighted.
West Australian
28-05-2025
- West Australian
Armed man on the run after gunfire in regional Qld town
Police are hunting for a man believed to be armed following reports of gunfire in the early hours of Wednesday morning in the regional Queensland town of Kingaroy. Authorities responded just before 4am after shots were reportedly fired from a property on Arthur St. As a precaution, Saint Mary's Catholic College has been closed and access to Kingaroy Hospital has been restricted. Nearby businesses have also locked down as the police operation unfolds. Saint Mary's Catholic College notified parents that the school would remain closed while the police operation unfolded. 'Our college, businesses and facilities in the area have been advised to close as police respond to the incident,' the school said in a social media post. Police are also urging people to avoid the area. At 6.15am, the public was informed that hospital access would remain 'restricted until further notice due to the incident'. Police have released a description of a 25-year-old man they believe may be involved. He is described as being about 175cm tall, of slim build, caucasian, with brown hair and brown eyes. He is thought to be travelling in a black Suzuki Swift with false number plates reading 551-GE9. Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police immediately. More to come
Perth Now
28-05-2025
- Perth Now
Manhunt after gunfire in rural town
Police are hunting for a man believed to be armed following reports of gunfire in the early hours of Wednesday morning in the regional Queensland town of Kingaroy. Authorities responded just before 4am after shots were reportedly fired from a property on Arthur St. As a precaution, Saint Mary's Catholic College has been closed and access to Kingaroy Hospital has been restricted. Nearby businesses have also locked down as the police operation unfolds. Saint Mary's Catholic College notified parents that the school would remain closed while the police operation unfolded. 'Our college, businesses and facilities in the area have been advised to close as police respond to the incident,' the school said in a social media post. Police are also urging people to avoid the area. At 6.15am, the public was informed that hospital access would remain 'restricted until further notice due to the incident'. Police have released a description of a 25-year-old man they believe may be involved. He is described as being about 175cm tall, of slim build, caucasian, with brown hair and brown eyes. He is thought to be travelling in a black Suzuki Swift with false number plates reading 551-GE9. Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police immediately. More to come
