Convicted rapist on the run after removing GPS tracking bracelet in Queensland

Queensland police remain on the hunt for a convicted sex offender who might have removed his electronic monitoring bracelet after going missing.

Damien Kennedy was last monitored in Salisbury, Brisbane's south, just after 4pm on Monday.

The 28-year-old, who has a history of breaching court orders, was sentenced to 9 years jail in 2008 and has been back in custody several times since.

Damien Kennedy was last monitored in Salisbury, Brisbane's south. Photo: QLD Police
Damien Kennedy was last monitored in Salisbury, Brisbane's south. Photo: QLD Police

He is described as 171cm tall, 125kg with a fair complexion, blue eyes, clean shaven with black hair.

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Kennedy has a number of tattoos including "Southside" printed across his neck, “love & hate” written on his right inner forearm, “TROLL” printed on his shoulder, a full sleeve tattoo, an Asian character on his right hand and “RUN A” printed on his knuckles.

He also has “Muck” printed on his left knuckles along with a number of other tattoos.

Kennedy is believed to have removed his electronic monitoring bracelet (stock image). Photo: 7 News
Kennedy is believed to have removed his electronic monitoring bracelet (stock image). Photo: 7 News

Kennedy is believed to have removed his electronic bracelet and is considered dangerous.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.