December 6th 2024.
In a shocking turn of events, a tradesman was on his way to a work site when he noticed a Jeep SUV that had been stolen from a family in Caboolture just half an hour earlier while they were sleeping. The security footage captured the suspect, a young teenager, frantically pushing other family vehicles out of the way before making his escape, even causing damage to a parked car in the process.
The owners of the stolen car, who spoke exclusively to 9News, were left baffled as to how the thief was able to gain access to their vehicle. Gary Clothier, one of the owners, expressed his shock, stating, "I came out and saw the car missing, and I couldn't believe it. I immediately called the police." He also added that the situation was concerning, as there could have been house keys inside the car, potentially compromising the safety of their home. "Now I'll have to go through the hassle of changing all the locks," he added.
But it was the actions of another man, tradie Damien Harrison, that truly stood out in this chaotic situation. He had spotted the stolen car on the busy Bruce Highway near Caboolture and decided to follow it. "We came to a stop, and I ran up to his car, opened the door, and tried to grab the keys," Harrison recounted. "It was just an instinctual thought - I knew I had to do something to prevent this dangerous situation from escalating."
Harrison's quick thinking and bravery could have potentially saved lives, as he explained, "I could see that the thief was struggling to see over the dashboard, and I realized that this was not a normal Friday morning for anyone." However, the thief was spooked by Harrison's actions and decided to exit the highway and turn onto Gympie Road at Lawnton, where he eventually ditched the stolen car and fled on foot. As of now, the suspect is still at large, and the Queensland Police are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.
This shocking incident serves as a reminder of the importance of remaining vigilant and looking out for one another. It also highlights the bravery and selflessness of individuals like Damien Harrison, who put their own safety at risk to prevent a potentially dangerous situation from escalating. Let us all do our part in keeping our communities safe and secure.
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