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CFMEU inquiry hears of alleged bikie threat on Queensland site
Three Melbourne men linked to the Comancheros allegedly flew to Brisbane and threatened a worker on a major government project.
An inquiry into the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union in Queensland has heard allegations that men with outlaw motorcycle gang links travelled interstate to intimidate a local worker.
According to reporting by the news wire, the inquiry was told that three men from Melbourne, who are linked to the Comancheros bikie gang, flew to Brisbane prior to the incident.
Once in the Queensland capital, one of the men allegedly threatened a construction worker. The confrontation took place at the site of a major government project.
The allegations were raised as part of the broader independent inquiry, which is looking into the activities and influence of the CFMEU in Queensland. The revelation has put a spotlight on the alleged presence of interstate motorcycle gang members on government-funded building sites.
At this stage, many details surrounding the incident remain unconfirmed. The inquiry has not yet publicly detailed the specific government project where the confrontation occurred, nor has it named the worker who was targeted.
It also remains unclear what security measures were in place at the site, or whether the incident was reported to local authorities at the time it occurred. The identities of the three Melbourne men linked to the Comancheros have not been disclosed to the public.
The inquiry is expected to continue hearing evidence regarding the culture and safety standards on Queensland construction sites.
Observers will be watching to see if the inquiry recommends police investigations into the men involved in the alleged confrontation.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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