CHELMER, Thursday, 12 November 2026 — A rescue operation is currently underway in Chelmer in Brisbane's western suburbs after a child reportedly jumped into the Brisbane River.
Fire crews, paramedics and police are currently on the scene in Chelmer near the Walter Taylor Bridge.
What we know
Firefighters were called to the scene just after 6:00PM this evening, with police and ambulance crews already on scene. Three fire crews including a technical rescue truck and swiftwater rescue technicians responded and a swiftwater rescue boat was also deployed. The child is understood to have special needs.
The area which crews responded to just after 6:00PM, near the Walter Taylor Bridge in Chelmer.
Information regarding the child's whereabouts and status on the rescue is continually updating.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.