Three Months After Baby Luka’s Hanlon Park Coffee Incident

A mother has revealed her baby’s challenging recovery journey, three months after he was doused with scalding coffee at Hanlon Park.

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Baby Luka, now one-year old, has undergone seven operations at Queensland Children’s Hospital since the August 27 attack, which left him with serious burns to 60 percent of his body, including his face, upper body, and arms.

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“In those first few weeks, we had no idea what his future was going to look like, especially because the burns were so significant,” his mother told The Courier Mail.

While Luka’s skin has “healed really well” since receiving synthetic skin grafts, his father indicated it could take years for the scars to settle. The infant remains wary around people and becomes shy in group settings, often hiding behind his mother’s legs before gradually warming up to others.

The 33-year-old suspect, captured on CCTV leaving the park, fled overseas via Sydney Airport three days after the attack, just hours before police confirmed his identity. Queensland Police and the Australian Federal Police have issued an arrest warrant for acts intending to cause grievous bodily harm.

The police are searching for this man who poured a thermos of scalding coffee over the infant.
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According to extradition expert Jasmina Ceic from Nyman Gibson Miralis law firm, the process to bring the suspect back to Australia could take between three to five years due to the complexity of international extradition procedures.

Published 16-November-2024

Greenslopes Woman Faces Attempted Murder and Arson Charges

A 46-year-old woman from Greenslopes has been charged with multiple counts of attempted murder and arson following a harrowing incident in the early hours of July 12, 2024.



Queensland Police reported that the woman allegedly set fire to a house while three occupants, including two children, were asleep inside.

The blaze was discovered at approximately 4 am in a residential property in Greenslopes. A 44-year-old man and two children, aged 12 and 9, were inside the house at the time of the incident. Fortunately, all three managed to escape without sustaining any injuries.

According to police statements, officers arrived at the scene and took the woman into custody. As a precautionary measure, she was initially transported to a local hospital. Following a thorough investigation, authorities formally charged her on Friday, August 9.

The accused Greenslopes woman now faces three counts of attempted murder and one count of arson, all classified as domestic violence offences.



The woman has been denied bail. She is scheduled to appear before the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Saturday, August 10, where further details of the attempted murder and alleged arson case may come to light.

Authorities urge anyone experiencing family violence to report it to the police. Support services are available, including 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) for general assistance and 13YARN (13 92 76) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals seeking help.

Published 10-August-2024

Body Found in Burnt-Out Car in Greenslopes

Residents of Greenslopes were shaken yesterday, 26 February 2024, as news broke of a body found inside a burnt-out car near the Annerley Football Club.



The car was reported on fire in Pear St, Greenslopes, just after 2am. The scene is next to the Thompson Estate Reserve and Annerley Football Club.

Authorities have not yet determined whether foul play was involved, sparking concerns within the community about the safety of their neighbourhood.

Karla Vaughan, a resident of the area, described her shock when police knocked on her door in the early hours of the morning to inform her of the grim discovery.

“I heard loud explosions. I called (firefighters) and the police,” Vaughan said. 

“When I saw a lot of flames I was afraid the fuel tank would explode.

“But the fire crews were here in about five minutes, I could see them coming along Ridge St.”

The car park, where the vehicle was found, is usually a peaceful spot. However, a groundsman working for the adjacent football clubs has reported finding needles in the area in the past. This has raised concerns among the residents.

Another resident, who wished to remain anonymous, reported seeing a significant police presence and forensic officers diligently working at the scene.

“I walk my dog there regularly and have noticed some suspicious vehicles parked there over the last few months,’’ they said.



A crime scene was declared shortly after the discovery of the deceased person inside the vehicle.

Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any relevant information to authorities through Policelink on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Published 27-February-2024