South Gladstone teenager charged with planning violent act
An 18-year-old from South Gladstone was charged with planning to cause death or grievous bodily harm after a tip to authorities.
Counter-terrorism police charged the teenager on Friday after receiving a tip via the National Security Hotline on November 6. The tip alleged the man was making plans for acts of violence.
The 18-year-old from South Gladstone was arrested by detectives from the Counter-Terrorism Investigation Group and charged with one count of planning to cause death or grievous bodily harm. The teenager was refused bail and was expected to appear in court on Saturday.
Police said there was no ongoing threat to the community.
- 18 years old
- Suspect age
- South Gladstone, Queensland
- Location
- November 6
- Tip date
Why it mattersThe case shows the National Security Hotline is being used to flag potential threats before violence occurs.
AustraliaThe arrest happened in Gladstone, Queensland, and demonstrates how Australians can report security concerns through official channels.
Corroborated bythenightly.com.au
