Blackwater Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) detectives have issued further charges following investigations into rape and sexual assault offences committed in Blackwater.

It will be alleged a man inappropriately touched several victims during massage therapy sessions at Blackwater.

On 10 September, Blackwater CIB executed two search warrants at a Blackwater residence and business and arrested a 47-year-old Blackwater man.

He was charged with two counts of rape and 62 counts of sexual assault.

He is due to appear before Blackwater Magistrates Court this morning, 11 September.

Police are continuing to urge anyone with further information or interactions of a similar nature to come forward.

Investigations are ongoing.

Earlier: https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2025/08/21/sexual-offences-appeal-blackwater/

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.

Quote this reference number: QP2501436347

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