Media Release
Arrest warrant issued for Irish national last seen in QLD
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The AFP is appealing for public assistance to locate an Irish national who is allegedly in Australia unlawfully.
An arrest warrant has been issued for Michael Connors, 25, for alleged passport offences.
He was last seen in Brisbane, Queensland, last month (15 March, 2025) and has been known to assume other identities, including the names Craig O’Neill, Michael O’Brien, John Cash, Karl George Lynch and Joseph Blyth Kennedy. He could also be using another name.
Mr Connors is described as 168-175cm tall, with blue eyes, a fair complexion and red hair. He has previously spent time in New South Wales and Victoria, where he has outstanding court matters for burglary and fraud, including roof-repair scams.
AFP Detective Acting Superintendent Natalie Scott urged residents in Queensland to be alert to any sightings of Mr Connors and to contact police if they had any information on his whereabouts.
“The community plays a crucial role in reporting crime and helping police locate and apprehend offenders – they’re our eyes and ears on the streets,” Det a/Supt Scott said.
“Mr Connors has a history of alleged involvement in serious offences including burglary and roof-repair scams, where he has allegedly preyed on vulnerable community members.
“Police will allege Mr Connors has engaged in fraudulent activity across two countries and left devastated people in his wake.”
Anyone with information about Michael Connors should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
