Alex Cracknell

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Manhunt after baby injured in fire extinguisher attack

Manhunt after baby injured in fire extinguisher attack

Queensland Police have released footage of two people suspected of a disturbing attack that left a five-month-old baby injured after a fire extinguisher was sprayed into a car on the Sunshine Coast.

The incident occurred on the night of June 15 at Sippy Downs. According to police, two people riding together on an e-scooter approached a car stopped at traffic lights and sprayed the contents of a fire extinguisher through an open window. The extinguisher had reportedly been stolen earlier that evening from a nearby carpark.

The shocking act left baby Pixie, who was inside the vehicle with her mother’s partner, covered in white powder.

Speaking to the ABC, Pixie’s mother, Tiffani Teasdale, described the terrifying ordeal.

“The car just filled up with gas and white powder straight away,” she said. “(Pixie) was completely covered in white powder and just looked like she was in shock, she wasn’t even crying.”

Pixie was rushed to hospital, where doctors had to flush her eyes.

“I’ve never heard her scream like that before, I actually had to leave the room,” Ms Teasdale said. “The doctors had to hold her down for me because it was the most horrible thing I’ve ever heard … no one should have to go through that.”

Despite the traumatic experience, Ms Teasdale said Pixie is recovering well.

“(Pixie’s) as happy as ever, she is not showing any signs of breathing issues, her skin is a little bit irritated … but other than that she is doing really well,” she said. “Fingers crossed we find them.”

Queensland Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area of High Street, near Sippy Downs Drive, between 7.30pm and 8.20pm that Sunday night to come forward with information.

The newly released footage shows the pair of suspects riding together on an e-scooter. Authorities hope the vision will help identify those responsible.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

Images: Queensland Police

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