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Woman caught after escaping police custody

September 1, 2025 7:44 am in by
(pic supplied by Qld Police)

A Central Queensland fugitive has been arrested more than 400km away from where she escaped custody.

The 26-year-old woman, who was wearing handcuffs, escaped from a Gladstone medical facility last Wednesday.

She was arrested in Noosa Heads on Friday and charged with escape lawful custody and stealing.

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The woman is due to face the Caloundra Magistrates Court.

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