Six men have been charged with armed robbery, attempted rape and torture following a horrific “mistaken identity” premeditated attack in Logan.
The men, aged between 19 and 22, are members and associates of the Bandidos Outlaw Motorcycle Gang (OMCG).
They were arrested today following property raids across the Gold Coast, Logan and Brisbane.
It’s alleged the men entered the Marsden residence on the night of July 6 and assaulted and tortured a woman and two men over several hours.
The matter was not reported to the police at the time, due to threats of further violence by the group.
Detective Acting Inspector Adrian Sala from the Organised Crime Gangs Group says the arrests were the result of exhaustive police work.
“This was a horrific, vicious and premeditated attack on innocent people, who are victims of mistaken identity,” Detective Acting Inspector Sala says.
“This violent behaviour shows what these gangs are capable of and the reality of what criminal gangs do,
“This investigation outcome should serve as a strong warning to gang members that their presence, violence and criminal behaviour will not be tolerated in the community.”
The major investigation into the terrifying attack, Operation Uniform Lin, was sparked in August thanks to an unrelated investigation by Taskforce Maxima.
A suspected Bandido bikie premises was searched in Buccan, and CCTV footage seized.
Investigations by detectives identified a stolen vehicle, and property that had been stolen during the Marsden burglary.
The six men have been charged with enter dwelling with intent, armed robbery, attempted rape, torture, deprivation of liberty and unlawful use of motor vehicle.
They have all been denied bail and are expected to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow.
