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1. Update: Double fatal traffic crash, Warana

   The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating a double fatal motorcycle crash in Warana on 25 July. Investigators are seeking a male motorcycle rider and pillion seen in the vicinity who could assist with the investigation.

   mypolice.qld.gov.au

2. Fatal traffic crash, Birnam

   A fatal collision between a Harley-Davidson motorcycle and a Ford Falcon utility on Beaudesert Beenleigh Road in Birnam occurred on 26 July at approximately 12:53pm. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

   mypolice.qld.gov.au

3. Fatal traffic crash, Blenheim

   A fatal traffic crash occurred in Blenheim on 26 July after a yellow Ford Ranger utility left Mount Berryman Road, struck a horse, and ended up in a nearby creek overnight. The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.

   mypolice.qld.gov.au

4. Update 1: Police involved shooting, Mount Sheridan

   Police have charged a 28-year-old man following a police-involved shooting incident in Mount Sheridan on 25 July, after officers responded to reports of armed robbery and attempted armed robbery.

   mypolice.qld.gov.au

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