Police have received reports of a number of tools being stolen in the Carina area recently and are urging residents to ensure their property is secured; particularly those with trade tools and toolboxes.
Recent reports indicate that offenders are breaking into vehicles and removing tools and toolboxes. Some tools are quite expensive to replace and effect the owners working capability and capacity greatly.
Police are urging residents to remove valuables from their vehicles and ensure vehicles are secured.
Ensure toolboxes are secured to vehicles and where possible, removed when not in use.
Consider recording serial numbers of your tools and other valuable items and take photos of them. This can greatly assist police to identify your property.
Consider engraving or marking your tools which makes them less attractive to thieves and increases the likelihood of you being reunited with them.
Speak with your colleagues about tool security and keep an eye on each other’s utes and
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Man charged with robbery, Kangaroo Point
A 46-year-old Underwood man has been charged for an alleged robbery offence in Kangaroo Point on Thursday, August 27.
Police allege the man had been communicating with another person who was selling an item online.
Police allege that the man met the seller where he snatched the item from them, as well as a mobile phone before running toward a parked vehicle.
The seller was able to call out for help and bystanders assisted to prevent the man from leaving prior to police arriving.
The 46-year-old man was subsequently arrested and charged with one count of robbery.
The man is due to reappear at Brisbane Magistrates Court on September 21.
Investigations are continuing.
Police urge residents who use online platforms to sell or buy items to exercise caution.
Some tips to consider:
Meet in a safe location of your choice that has CCTV. For example a cafe or a shopping centre and always bring a friend
Where possible, avoid meeting
Stolen property appeal, Woolloongabba
Police are appealing for anyone who may have any information which could help in the return of a mobility device.
Around 11.30am on Friday, July 10 the wheelchair attachment was stolen from a man who lives with a disability at a hotel on Stanley Street in Woolloongabba.
The piece of equipment valued at $12,000 is understood to be only one of two around the entire metropolitan area.
A 39-year-old Goodna man and 19-year-old man from Woolloongabba have since been charged with one count each of stealing.
They are due to front the Brisbane Magistrates Court in November.
Anyone with further information or vision is urged to contact police.
Investigations are continuing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs
Stolen property appeal, Woolloongabba
Police are appealing for anyone who may have any information which could help in the return of a mobility device.
Around 11.30am on Friday, July 10 the wheelchair attachment was stolen from a man who lives with a disability at a hotel on Stanley Street in Woolloongabba.
The piece of equipment valued at $12,000 is understood to be only one of two around the entire metropolitan area.
A 39-year-old Goodna man and 19-year-old man from Woolloongabba have since been charged with one count each of stealing.
They are due to front the Brisbane Magistrates Court in November.
Anyone with further information or vision is urged to contact police.
Investigations are continuing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs
Alleged border breach from Victoria
A Queensland man is in hotel quarantine and is under investigation following an alleged border breach.
Police will allege the man travelled from Victoria (Tullamarine Airport) to Brisbane Airport yesterday morning.
As per the current border restrictions, the man returned from a declared COVID-19 hotspot and was placed into hotel quarantine.
Investigations have revealed that the man not only provided false information on his Queensland border declaration but also allegedly breached quarantine in Victoria.
The Queensland Police Service is committed to ensuring everyone complies with public health directions and will continue to enforce restrictions at the border.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Sign up for road safety: Drink and drug driving
This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
In 2019, more than 93 lives were lost, and 1,264 people were seriously injured in crashes involving drink or drug driving – that’s more than 40 per cent of total lives lost on our roads.
The casualty crash risk doubles when driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) just in excess of 0.05 and the risk of involvement in a fatal crash increases even more sharply.
How does alcohol/drugs affect the body?
Being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs affects both physical and mental functioning. It impairs judgement, memory, coordination and reaction time – all extremely important factors when you are driving.
Plan ahead and stay safe
If you plan to drink, plan to get home safely.
Organise a lift – designate a driver, or catch a taxi, rideshare or
Property offences Norman Park, Seven Hills, Bulimba and Hawthorne
Police have had increased reports of property crime in and around the suburbs of Seven Hills, Norman Park, Bulimba and Hawthorne involving break and enters of homes and cars.
Now that we are starting to come into the warmer months, it is a great time to review your home security and what you could be doing to improve.
Basic measures such as always ensuring your doors and windows are locked can deter opportunistic offenders.
Also consider:
Ensuring trees and shrubs are trimmed to allow visibility of your home.
Fitting security doors and windows rather than just flyscreens.
Sensor lights are another great option.
Be sure to keep valuable items such as car keys, electronic devices and handbags away and out of sight.
Police are urging South Brisbane residents and in particular; those in the above suburbs to be vigilant and to report anything suspicious.
Even the smallest piece of information can help.
For more information and home security tips, visit
Drug arrest, Carina
On Wednesday, August 26, officers from Carina Police Station were at an address in Carina for an unrelated matter when they allegedly discovered a quantity of cannabis, drug utensils and hydroponic equipment.
Upon arrival at the residence for the unrelated matter, police noted a shed at the rear of the property with indicators that it was being used for illicit purposes.
As a result, police executed a search warrant where it will be alleged they located a hydroponics set up.
Officers dismantled this set up and removed 23 cannabis plants and further seized 200 grams of cannabis that had allegedly been prepared for sale, along with assorted hydroponic equipment and drug utensils.
A 33-year-old Carina man was charged with drug related offences and issued with a Notice to Appear in the Wynnum Magistrates Court on November 23.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day
Sign up for road safety: Risk taking behaviour
This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
In 2019, 68 lives were lost, and 2,193 people were seriously injured in crashes involving young adult drivers or riders (aged 16 to 24 years) – that’s almost one third of the total lives lost on Queensland roads.
Young drivers are more likely to engage in risk taking behaviour which can significantly increase their chance of a crash.
Taking a risk on the road can be a deadly decision for you, your passengers and other road users.
First responders know all too well the impacts of fatal crashes and the devastating impacts on victims, their families and our community. The experience of attending these scenes never leaves them.
Plan ahead and stay safe
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Your actions behind the wheel can impact your life and the lives of
Sign up for road safety: Car maintenance
This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
According to RACQ, only 52 per cent of Queenslanders service their cars at six- or 12-month intervals. While it may be tempting not to spend your hard-earned cash on maintaining your vehicle, by keeping it in good condition, you’re protecting yourself and other road users.
Simple safety checks only take a few minutes to complete:
Wipers – in the ‘Sunshine State’ it can be easy to forget, but it’s important to regularly check that the windscreen wipers and washers operate efficiently
Tyres – make sure you check your tyre pressures, conditions, tread wear and depth
Lights – make sure you’re visible on the road by checking your exterior lights are in good working condition
Brakes – if you notice noisy brakes, a spongy brake pedal or your car pulling to the