Man Charged with Domestic Violence Offenses in Ayr

A 35-year-old man in Ayr has been charged with multiple domestic violence offenses following an incident earlier this month. The man allegedly threatened a woman known to him with a firearm at a Brandon address on May 16. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident. The woman reported the incident to police on May 21, leading to the man’s arrest on May 22 at the intersection of Queens Street and Railway Street.

The man was charged with contravention of a domestic violence order, breach of bail condition, possession of utensils or pipes, and threatening violence involving firearms. He was denied bail and is scheduled to appear in the Townsville Magistrates Court on May 23. Detective Inspector Damien Smith emphasized the police’s zero-tolerance approach to domestic violence, urging those in need of help to contact the authorities.

The Queensland Police Service’s Domestic and Family Violence Victim Support Units (DFV VPUs) work in collaboration with government departments and community service sectors to ensure the safety of victim-survivors and hold perpetrators accountable. Individuals experiencing domestic violence are encouraged to call Triple Zero (000) for immediate assistance or report incidents to the police. Support and counseling services are also available through various agencies listed by the Queensland Government.

For emergency assistance, individuals can contact Policelink at 131 444 or Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000. The Queensland Police Service is dedicated to maintaining the safety of the community and addressing domestic violence issues promptly and effectively.