Detectives from the Counter-Terrorism Investigation Group have charged an 18-year-old man following a tip received from the National Security Hotline on 6 November.
It will be alleged that the man was making plans for acts of violence, and a tip was received from the National Security Hotline, prompting police investigations.
The 18-year-old South Gladstone man was yesterday arrested and charged with one count of planning to cause death or grievous bodily harm.
Police have opposed his bail, and he is expected to appear before Gladstone Magistrates Court today, 7 November.
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) reassures the community that there are no known ongoing direct threats to the community or any upcoming events at this time.
The safety and security of our communities remain the Service's highest priority.
The QPS continues to work in close collaboration with our federal and state counterparts to ensure the safety of all Queenslanders.
Anyone with information about possible threats to the community should come forward, no matter how small or insignificant you may think the information may be. The National Security Hotline is 1800 123 400.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or call 131 444.
