A delivery driver was allegedly assaulted and his vehicle stolen in West End after a man forcibly entered his vehicle and drove off with him inside, resulting in a collision. Police have charged a 25-year-old man from Cherbourg following the incident.
Police reports indicate the incident occurred on Echlin Street at approximately 2:30 p.m. The delivery driver, a 24-year-old, was conducting his duties when a man allegedly entered his vehicle. The man then drove away with the driver still inside the vehicle. The vehicle subsequently collided with a power pole.
Following the collision, the man is alleged to have assaulted the driver, who sustained facial injuries and was subsequently transported to Townsville University Hospital for treatment.
A public member intervened during the altercation, prompting the alleged offender to flee the scene in his vehicle. Police officers located and apprehended the man a short time later.
The 25-year-old Cherbourg man has been charged with unlawful use of a motor vehicle involving violence, unlawful entry of a vehicle to commit an indictable offence, and unlicensed driving. He is scheduled to appear in the Townsville Magistrates Court.
The man will face court to answer the charges laid against him. The police will present evidence relating to the alleged carjacking, assault, and traffic offences. The victim is recovering from his injuries.
Published Date 23-March-2025
