A jewellery store employee was taken to hospital after being struck in the head during an armed robbery at a business in Chermside.
Four Masked Offenders Storm Store
An armed robbery at a jewellery store on Gympie Road in Chermside occurred on the afternoon of 10 June, leaving a worker seriously injured. Police said four masked individuals entered the store around 5 p.m., armed with hammers and metal bars. During the incident, glass display cabinets were smashed and a large quantity of jewellery was taken from the premises.
Staff Member Struck with Hammer
Authorities confirmed that one male employee was hit in the head with a hammer. Paramedics from the Queensland Ambulance Service were called to the scene at approximately 5:10 p.m. Paramedics treated the man for a significant head injury before transporting him in a stable condition to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. His condition was described as serious but stable at the time of transport.
Stolen Vehicle Used in Getaway
The group is believed to have fled the area in a grey Honda CR-V, which police suspect was taken from a Calamvale home on 8 June, days before the incident. Detectives are now tracing the vehicle’s history as part of ongoing investigations.
Police Establish Crime Scene
A crime scene was declared at the Chermside store following the 10 June robbery. Police are reviewing security camera footage and appealing for public assistance. Police have asked anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage from the Gympie Road vicinity during the relevant timeframe to come forward via PoliceLink.
Public Response Online
Social media users have shared a mix of responses, with some expressing concern about violent crime and others offering support to the injured staff member. Multiple comments have called for stronger deterrents and justice for those involved.
Published 11-June-2025