Police Seek Help Identifying Man in South Brisbane Supermarket Sexual Assault Appeal

Queensland Police are asking the public to help identify a man linked to an alleged sexual assault at a South Brisbane supermarket earlier this month.

The incident occurred on Thursday, 8 October, at approximately 9.35am, when a man entered a supermarket on Melbourne Street, approached a female staff member and allegedly assaulted her. The woman was not physically injured.

Police have released an image of the man, who they believe may be able to assist with their investigations, and are urging anyone who recognises him to come forward. The matter is being tracked under reference number QP2602015445.

How to help police with the South Brisbane supermarket appeal

Members of the public can provide information to Policelink through the online suspicious activity form, which is available around the clock. Those who prefer to report anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers by phone on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestoppersqld.com.au.

The release does not name the man or say whether anyone has been charged. Queensland Police Service issued the appeal on Wednesday 14 October.

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Adapted from Queensland Police Service, https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/10/14/sexual-assault-appeal-south-brisbane/ (CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Adapted from Queensland Police Service, https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2026/10/14/sexual-assault-appeal-south-brisbane/ (CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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