A baker working before dawn at Toowong French Patisserie interrupted alleged break-ins at the Cat & Fiddle Markets complex in Toowong, where several shopfronts were smashed and items including cash, jewellery and shampoo were stolen.
Baker Interrupts Toowong Break-Ins
A baker working at Toowong French Patisserie interrupted an alleged early-morning break-in spree at the Cat & Fiddle Markets complex on Morley Street after hearing glass smashing nearby.
The incident happened shortly before 2am on Monday, 27 April and involved three people allegedly breaking into a clothing boutique, a hair salon and a café. Shopfront windows were smashed as the group allegedly moved through the business strip.
The baker was working inside the patisserie when he heard the noise from the nearby shops. The break-ins were interrupted after the group became aware of him, and police were called. The patisserie was not damaged.
Smashed Glass Left Across Morley Street Businesses
Several Toowong businesses were left with broken glass and damage after the alleged break-ins.
At Timbuctoo, a clothing boutique in the complex, cash and European jewellery were allegedly stolen. Some jewellery was later found outside in the car park area.
Sassi Hairdressing, located next to the boutique, was also targeted. Shampoo was allegedly taken from the salon before the group moved on to a nearby café.
A cash register was also allegedly carried out of the third shop during the incident.
Small Businesses Confront Overnight Damage
The alleged break-ins left the affected business owners facing smashed windows, stolen goods and the disruption of arriving to damaged shopfronts.
The clothing boutique and hair salon were among the businesses visibly affected at the complex, while the café was also broken into. The incident added a difficult start to the day for small operators at the Toowong business strip.
The baker who interrupted the incident had worked at Toowong French Patisserie for more than 20 years. His workplace was not damaged during the alleged break-ins.
Police Continue To Investigate
Police are continuing to investigate the Toowong break-ins.
No arrests or charges have been reported so far. Inquiries remain ongoing into the incident at the Cat & Fiddle Markets complex.
Published 28-Apr-2026
