August 21, 2018
Crime Stoppers Queensland is calling on the community to help track down three men wanted by the Queensland Police Service, as part of the “Rogue Radar” national crackdown on wanted criminals.
CEO Trevor O’Hara said the not-for-profit organisation launched Operation Roam in 2011 to help raise the profile of offenders wanted around Australia each year.
“These are criminals who are flying under the radar, living among everyday Australians,” Mr O’Hara said.
“The criminals on this year’s list have not just vanished. We believe many of them have crossed borders since committing their respective crimes and are living or hiding in communities throughout Australia, possibly re-offending,” he said.
Keith Porter, Cody Coppock and Arron Blenkinsop are all wanted in Queensland.
Porter was issued with an arrest warrant in 2006 for his involvement in a cocaine and cannabis drug trafficking syndicate.
Coppock – also known as Cody Gallegos or David Morris with the tattoo “GALLEGOS” on his forearm – is wanted in Queensland and NSW for a number of weapons-related crimes.
Blenkinsop, also known as Andrew Bailey, is wanted for failing to comply with his parole conditions following five-year and three-year sentences for drug trafficking.
“These criminals may appear to be leading a normal life; they may be your work colleague, neighbour, or a new person that has moved to your area, hiding in plain sight,” Mr O’Hara said.
Seven other wanted people from other States are also featured on the Crime Stoppers website.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800-333-000.
Last year, 12 of the 19 nominated fugitives were apprehended thanks to information provided by members of the public.
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