In a dramatic incident in Eli Waters, Queensland, a 20-year-old man from Toogoom has been charged following a reckless operation of a stolen front-end loader. The event unfolded early on June 15, when police responded to reports of a vehicle being driven dangerously on Pialba Burrum Heads Road. Authorities allege that the suspect had stolen the heavy machinery from a worksite at the intersection of Pialba Burrum Heads Road and Hervey Bay Maryborough Road around 4 a.m. The individual reportedly caused significant damage by crashing into traffic lights, streetlights, and road signage during his spree. The pursuit ended when the loader crashed outside a residence on Jeppeson Road. The suspect attempted to flee but was apprehended shortly after on Periwinkle Crescent. He faces charges including unlawful use of a motor vehicle, dangerous operation, evading police, and multiple counts of property damage and assault. The accused is scheduled to appear in Hervey Bay Magistrates Court today, June 16. Police urge anyone with further information to contact Policelink or Crime Stoppers, quoting reference number QP2501036272. Post navigation Ukraine Honors Heroic Rescuers Kingston Traffic Crash: Three Vehicles Involved