Detectives from the Townsville Child Protection and Investigation Unit are appealing for information following the arrest of a 47-year-old Kelso man today, 5 September.

An investigation was launched in June 2024 following reports the man allegedly followed multiple women around shopping centres in Hermit Park and Thuringowa, and a Garbutt hardware store, making inappropriate comments.

No one was physically injured.

Following protracted investigations, detectives executed a search warrant a Kelso address and arrested the 47-year-old man.

He was charged with six counts of stalking, two counts of common assault and one count of possess dangerous drugs.

He is due to appear in the Townsville Magistrates Court at a later date.

Detectives believe there may be further victims and are appealing for anyone with information to contact police.

Quote this reference number: QP2501596888

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.

If you’ve experienced sexual assault, it is not your fault and you are not alone. There are multiple ways to report what has happened to you depending on your situation.

If there’s an immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000). You can also report online via: https://forms.police.qld.gov.au/launch/SexualAssault, over the phone or face to face at a police station.

There are also Alternative Reporting Options available depending on your situation.

For confidential information, counselling and support, call the State-wide Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 or 1800 RESPECT for 24-hour help.

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