Queen Street Mall workers offered support after siege WORKERS who were in the Queen Street Mall when an alleged gunman forced its evacuation during a terrifying siege are being offered support. Police have been speaking with store staff and business operators in the mall following the incident last Friday when a man allegedly brandished a weapon in the busy shopping precinct. Brisbane City Police Station's Inspector Peter Aitken said officers had been visiting businesses to offer assistance after the incident. "We acknowledge that long after the crime scene is gone that our community needs support," he said. We are able to provide a referral to support organisations through SupportLink for people feeling the impact of a confronting event. Queensland Police Service said anyone who feels impacted by the incident should contact Brisbane City Police who may be able to assist getting in touch with an appropriate support service