Drive-by shooting outside Logan City boxing venue leaves four injured

Four people were wounded in a drive-by shooting outside a licensed venue in Loganholme, Queensland, early Sunday morning. The incident occurred during a popular boxing event, leaving local officials and residents shaken by the sudden violence in what was described as a safe, community-focused environment.

Queensland police received calls at 8:15 p.m. on Saturday reporting that shots had been fired from a moving vehicle. Officers arrived at Fitzys Loganholme on Bryants Road to find multiple individuals with gunshot wounds. The vehicle responsible for the attack was seen departing the scene shortly after the gunfire erupted. All four injured parties were transported to a nearby hospital, where medical teams assessed their conditions.

Deputy Commander Chris Stream of Queensland police characterized the scene as confronting. He confirmed to the Today show that several people sustained gunshot wounds. While the immediate danger to the public appears to have passed, the perpetrators remain at large. Police have urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to aid in the investigation.

Logan Mayor Jon Raven stated that the event was intended to steer young people away from violence and into a positive community setting. He noted that he had attended similar nights in the past and found them to be a family-friendly environment where many children were present. The mayor emphasized that the organizers use boxing to empower and reconnect young people who might be drifting off the rails. He described the incident as the opposite of what the organizers would want to see.

Raven expressed that the shooting has sent a shockwave through the Logan area. He remarked that residents have never seen something like this in Logan before. The mayor said his thoughts were with the victims, the venue staff, and everyone attending the event. He acknowledged that the experience would likely impact the attendees, particularly the children, for the rest of their lives.

The Logan City Titles organization released a statement on social media on Sunday morning. The organizers described the event as a showcase for local talent, hard work, and skills inside the ring. They expressed that they were heartbroken about the incident. The statement noted that such occurrences have no place in the boxing community or any part of the broader community.

The shooting has raised questions about safety at popular community events in the region. Although police do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public, the incident has left a mark on the local area. The venue had been scheduled to host the Logan City Titles Fight Night, a gathering known for its community spirit and support for local athletes.

The event was organized with the goal of empowering youth through the sport of boxing. The mayor highlighted that the organizer loves the sport and uses it as a tool for reconnection. The unexpected violence contrasts sharply with the event's mission to provide a safe and engaging environment for families and young athletes alike.