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Man 'Duct Taped, Pointed Gun at Toddlers': Police
EMERALD, QUEENSLAND, JUL 21 – A 44-year-old man faces multiple charges including unlawful firearms possession and child abuse after police found images depicting abuse and evidence of drug supply, police said.
- Emerald detectives charged a 44-year-old man with firearms offences, dangerous conduct, and deprivation of liberty on July 17, 2025.
- Detectives from Emerald Criminal Investigation Branch investigating illegal weapons and illicit drugs led to a May 26 search of an Emerald property, resulting in the seizure of a mobile phone.
- During phone analysis, detectives found a disturbing image of minors, which forensic examination revealed showed two three-year-olds bound with duct tape and a gun pointed at them, and the children were later identified and confirmed safe.
- Next, the man is scheduled to appear in Emerald Magistrates Court on August 26, 2025.
- Following community concerns, officers charged a 59-year-old man with supply of dangerous drugs and sexual offences against a child on July 18, 2025.
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