A woman in her 20s was allegedly sexually assaulted by a stranger while walking on Brookfield Road in Brookfield on Thursday morning. Police stated the incident occurred around 6:33 a.m. before the woman, after traveling some distance, sought help.
Following an investigation, authorities apprehended a 32-year-old man from Raceview on Moon Lane later that same afternoon. He has been charged with six counts of rape, one count of stalking, one count of assault with intent to commit rape, one count of assault occasioning bodily harm, and one count of deprivation of liberty.
The accused is scheduled to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Friday. Detective Superintendent Andrew Massingham commended the victim, stating, "She was a determined young lady who knew what was occurring to her was horrific."
Detectives and specialist police are continuing their presence in the Brookfield area, with local officers increasing patrols to ensure community safety. Police believe the incident to be isolated, and investigations are ongoing.