A 28-year-old Canungra man has now been charged with the dangerous operation of a motor vehicle on Bribie Island, and will appear in Caboolture Magistrates Court on April the 7th.
Police are seeking witnesses to the incident at a lagoon water crossing on Ocean Beach on the island last Saturday.
At about 10.30am a Nissan Patrol ute was seen accelerating into a deep water crossing towards swimmers, who had to quickly move out of its path.
Due to the depth of the water, the ute was unable to cross and became submerged.
Police have released footage of the incident, and are asking the swimmers involved or any witnesses to come forward.
Members of the public are reminded of the changing nature of the conditions on the northern end of Bribie Island.
Due to recent weather conditions the Northern tip of the island beyond Lions Park is cut off at certain tides and times.
Members of the public are being reminded that when this happens it can become impassable.
Those who intend to cross this inlet to the northern tip of the island should remain aware of conditions to safely negotiate an exit to the southern side of the inlet.
This may include walking the depth of the crossing to ensure it’s passable and there are no obstructions and would definitely include ensuring there are no pedestrians or swimmers in the line of travel to traverse this crossing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
