State appeals ‘manifestly inadequate’ youth sentences for IGA attack
The state government is appealing the sentences given to a group of teenagers who attacked a store owner in Queensland. The Acting Attorney-General described the original sentences as 'manifestly inadequate' and not reflective of the seriousness of the crime. The store owner suffered significant injuries during the incident, which was captured on CCTV.
- ▪The store owner was attacked by a group of teenagers after confronting one for stealing.
- ▪The original sentences included probation and community service, which the state government deemed insufficient.
- ▪The appeal was lodged by the director of public prosecutions at the request of the Acting Attorney-General.
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