There are often typical circumstances which occur prior to a home being burgled. A burglar will usually act on easy or tempting opportunities, especially when it is evident no one is home or the risk of being caught is low. What you can do: Ensure doors are always locked with a key, even when you […]
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Police officer stood down, Operations Support Command
A 52-year-old male Sergeant from Operations Support Command has been stood down from official duty with the Queensland Police Service and has been tasked to perform non-operational duties. The officer is subject of an investigation into allegations of drink driving whilst off duty and has been served a notice to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates […]
UPDATE: Serious assault police, Mitchelton
Detectives have charged three men and two women following the alleged serious assault of three Queensland Police Service officers in Mitchelton last night. Two 29-year-old men, a 29-year old woman have been charged with two counts each of serious assault. A 31-year-old female and 23-year-old man have also been charged with two counts each of […]
Serious assault police, Mitchelton
Detectives have arrested three men and two women following the alleged serious assault of three Queensland Police Service officers in Mitchelton last night. Shortly before midnight the senior constable and constable had stopped in Osborne Street next to a group who had been asked to leave a nearby licensed premises. As the officers exited the […]
Police officers and staff members recognised at QPS awards ceremony
Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services the Honourable Mark Ryan MP and Commissioner Ian Stewart have congratulated officers and staff members from the Queensland Police Service and Public Safety Business Agency who received medals, certificates and awards at a ceremony held at Police Headquarters today. Minister Ryan awarded Commissioner Stewart with his Third […]
Fatal traffic crash, Forest Lake
A man has passed away after being involved in a traffic crash at Forest Lake this morning. Forensic Crash Unit investigations indicate around 1.30pm a motorcyclist was travelling west on Johnson Road when the 32-year-old rider failed to negotiate a left-hand bend, left road and collided with a tree. As a result, the rider was […]
Police launch new crime prevention campaign
The Queensland Police Service today launched a new crime prevention campaign, aimed at changing Queenslander’s perspectives towards property crime. This new campaign uses mixed media including the 360° format and flyers on social media to put users in a criminal’s perspective and point out every day behaviours which can increase the likelihood of Queenslanders falling […]
Update 2: Appeal for witnesses / dashcam vision: Fatal traffic crash, Windsor
Investigators have released vision of a black BMW SUV involved in a fatal traffic crash at Windsor on the weekend as they continue to appeal for information. The vehicle is captured on CCTV travelling on Makerston Street towards Roma Street in Brisbane City around 11.51pm. A short time later the black 2007 BMW SUV was […]
Changing perspectives on property crime – vehicle security
Most car thefts, and theft from cars, are opportunistic in nature however, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of having your car stolen or broken into. What you can do: Park in well-lit and highly visibly areas whenever possible, utilising off street and secured parking. When parking in a garage, ensure […]
Update – Wounding, Fortitude Valley
Detectives have arrested a man following investigations into the alleged stabbing of another man in Fortitude Valley earlier this month. It will be alleged around 8.50pm on Sunday, May 12, a 38-year-old man was standing on Ann Street at the intersection with Commercial Road when he was approached by the man. After a short conversation […]