Teenager accused of ploughing through fatal crash site in Ipswich nearly hitting police granted bail

Incident Overview

An Ipswich teenager has been charged after allegedly driving through a police roadblock at high speed during an investigation into a fatal crash, narrowly missing officers and disturbing critical evidence.

The incident occurred on Sunday, June 15, 2025, just after 1:40 am on Fernvale Road in Brassall, near the scene of a previous fatal collision.

A black Holden Commodore ute was seen speeding through the roadblock, forcing officers to jump out of the way. No one was injured, but the act disrupted evidence collection from the earlier crash.

The driver, Taj Knorre, an 18-year-old from Coalfalls, was arrested on Monday, June 16, 2025, and charged with endangering a police officer and driving without a licence. He was granted bail and is due to appear in Ipswich Magistrates’ Court later this month. His parents have since confirmed they plan to sell his car.

“A teenager accused of ploughing through a fatal crash site… forced police to jump for their lives.”
— 7NEWS report

Location and Time

• Crash Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025 (approximately 1:40 am).
• Location: Fernvale Road, Brassall, Ipswich, Queensland — near a previous fatal crash site.

Vehicles Involved

• A black Holden Commodore ute, driven by Taj Knorre, who was charged for driving through a roadblock.
• Police were actively investigating a separate fatal crash when the vehicle sped through the scene.

Injuries/Fatalities

• No Injuries:
  • No one was harmed during the roadblock incident.
• Evidence Disturbance:
  • The driver’s actions disturbed evidence from the prior fatal crash.

Legal Background

• Previous Offences:
  • Knorre had previously been caught driving at 147 km/h in a 100 km/h zone, leading to a suspended licence.
• Charges:
  • Endangering a police officer while operating a motor vehicle.
  • Driving without a valid driver’s licence.
• Court Outcome:
  • Knorre was granted bail and will face court again later this month.

Emergency Response

• Officers were investigating a fatal crash when the black ute sped through the roadblock.
• Bodycam footage captured the moment the vehicle raced past police.

“No one was injured but police said the incident disturbed evidence related to the earlier crash.”
— Queensland Police statement

Legal and Community Reaction

• Court Statements:
  • Knorre claimed he wasn’t a “hoon” and did not admit guilt.
  • When asked if he saw the roadblock, he replied: “I saw the roadblock, but it’s not as they say it is…”
• Family Response:
  • Knorre’s parents have decided to sell his car following the incident.

Police Investigation

Queensland Police are examining:

• The sequence of events leading to the vehicle speeding through the roadblock.
• Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as reckless driving or lack of proper licensing.
• Dashcam or CCTV footage from the Fernvale Road area around 1:40 am on June 15, 2025.

Community Impact

This incident has raised concerns about young drivers and their disregard for police operations — especially near active fatal crash scenes. It also highlights the importance of respecting police roadblocks and preserving crash scene evidence to maintain the integrity of investigations.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Fernvale Road area in Brassall around 1:40 am on June 15, 2025 is urged to contact authorities:

• Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
• Witness Reporting: Contact Queensland Police directly via local station or through the official website.