Drive-by shooting injures four outside Brisbane boxing venue

Four people sustained gunshot wounds after a vehicle opened fire outside a licensed venue in Loganholme, south of Brisbane, on Saturday evening. Queensland police confirmed the incident occurred at 8:15 pm when officers received reports of shots being fired from a car near Fitzys Loganholme on Bryants Road.

Emergency services transported all four injured individuals to the hospital for treatment. Medical staff are currently assessing their conditions. The vehicle responsible for the shooting was seen fleeing the scene, and police are working to identify the suspects who remain at large.

The venue was hosting the Logan City Titles Fight Night, an event intended to showcase local boxing talent. Deputy Commander Chris Stream from Queensland police described the scene as confronting. He noted that several people suffered gunshot wounds during the brief exchange of fire.

Jon Raven, the mayor of Logan, stated that the incident has sent a shockwave through the local community. He told the Today show that residents are frightened because such a violent event is rare in the area. Raven emphasized that his thoughts are with the victims, the venue staff, and everyone present at the event that night.

Raven highlighted the family-friendly nature of the boxing nights, noting that he has attended similar events in the past. He observed that many children were present, creating an environment where families could gather and enjoy the sport together. The mayor expressed concern that this traumatic event will have a lasting impact on those young attendees.

The event was organized with a specific social goal in mind. The mayor explained that the night was designed to help steer children away from violence. He said the organizer uses boxing as a tool to empower young people and help them reconnect with positive influences. This approach aims to support those who might otherwise go off the rails.

Raven expressed that the organizer will be devastated by the outcome. He noted that the organizer loves the sport and views it as a means of empowerment for the community. The violence that unfolded was the opposite of what the organizer intended to achieve for the local youth.

On Sunday morning, the Logan City Titles team posted a statement on social media expressing their heartbreak over the incident. The organizers described the event as a community celebration of local talent and hard work. They stated that such incidents have no place in the boxing community or the broader public sphere.

Police have indicated that they do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public at this time. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. They are asking witnesses or those with details to contact them to help identify the offenders.

The investigation is ongoing as police review evidence from the scene. The focus is on identifying the vehicle and the individuals inside at the time of the shooting. Community members are being encouraged to provide any information that could aid in solving the case.