Synthetic Drug Operations Unit shaves for a cure

The team in the Synthetic Drug Operations Unit (ILIT) have banded together to help raise more than $5000 for the Cancer Council in honour of a fellow officer.
The officers have joined QPS staff and police from across Queensland to raise money for the important cause following a recent breast cancer diagnosis of a fellow staff member.
Detective Senior Sergeant Sasha Finney was first to face the clippers
Detective Senior Sergeant Sasha Finney was the first of eight to brave the shave on Wednesday morning (June 24), and was proud to lead the charge.
“It looks fab!” Detective Senior Sergeant Finney said.
“I’m glad I have a nice shaped head.”
Detective Senior Sergeant Finney was proud to do her part for the cause.
“This has been a huge team effort,” she said.
“Not only from us here in State Crime Command, but also those in the regions.”
This is a cause that is close to Detective Senior Sergeant Finney’s

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Serious domestic violence incident, Brisbane

A 28-year-old man has been charged following a serious domestic violence incident in Brisbane.
Police attended a Newstead residence after receiving information the man had prevented a 25-year-old woman from leaving the house after seriously injuring her.
The woman sustained serious abdominal and facial injuries.
She was transported to hospital to undergo further medical assessment and treatment.
The 28-year-old Newstead man has been charged with torture, deprivation of liberty, wounding, choking (domestic violence offence) and acts intended to main, disfigure or disable. He was also charged with two counts of possessing dangerous drugs, possessing drug utensils and receiving tainted property.
The man has been denied police bail and is due to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing.

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

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Deprivation of liberty charges, Inala

Detectives from Inala and Toowoomba Child Protection Investigation Unit have charged four teenagers following an alleged incident with another boy in Inala on Saturday afternoon.
At 2.45pm, police were called to a Cormorant Street address in relation to reports of four people allegedly putting a 13-year-old boy in the boot of a car.
The registration of the vehicle was observed by a member of the public which had been reported stolen from a North Toowoomba address on Friday (June 19).
Police will allege the stolen car was involved in a number of crimes including a fuel drive off at a Forest Lakes service station at 4.45pm the same day (June 20).
Police will allege the driver of the stolen car pulled over at the intersection of at Scenic Road and Greenhill Road in Redbank Plains at 7.30pm on Saturday, June 20.
The driver and three passengers of the vehicle, then released the boy from the

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Protest, Kangaroo Point

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is aware of protest activity planned at Kangaroo Point on Sunday, June 21.
While a public assembly on Walmsley and Lockerbie streets has been authorised, the disruption of traffic on Main Street has not.
Police have been urging people not to attend protests to ensure they can comply with the Chief Health Officer’s directions in relation to COVID-19.
If anyone does attend a protest, they should not gather in groups of more than 20 and should ensure they practice social distancing and good hygiene.
Anyone who feels unwell should stay at home and not put others at risk.
While the QPS respects the right for lawful and peaceful protests in accordance with the Peaceful Assembly Act 1992 (Qld), violent or criminal behaviour will not be tolerated.

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Serious traffic crash, Wacol

Police are investigating a serious, two vehicle traffic crash in Brisbane’s south last night.
At 9.30pm, emergency services were called to the corner of Clendon St and Progress Rd at Wacol following the crash.
The crash resulted in one of the vehicles hitting a power pole before it landed on its side.
The 33-year-old female driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition.
Police will allege the 24-year-old driver of the other car left the scene before emergency services arrived.
A police dog tracked the man to the intersection of Garden and Pine Rd at Richlands, concealed in bushland, where he was taken into custody.
He was transported the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment to a police dog bite to his upper thigh.
Police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash or driving behaviour prior to the crash to come forward.
Investigations by the Forensic

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Two charged, clan lab and weapons seized by Taskforce Maxima


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Police have seized weapons and drugs, including a drug manufacturing lab, following a raid at a property with links to the Comanchero and Bandido Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs in Chandler yesterday.
During a search of a property on Old Cleveland Road, officers from Taskforce Maxima – Organised Crime Gangs Group located a clandestine laboratory used to produce crystal methylamphetamine (ice), along with 30 grams of ice, cannabis, a significant quantity of substance believed to be a dangerous drug (yet to be analysed), machine gun, handgun and ammunition.
The illicit laboratory team (ILIT) attended the location to remove the lab items and render the property safe.
A 45-year-old Chandler man has been charged with possession dangerous drugs over schedule (Ice), produce dangerous drug, possession dangerous drug (cannabis), possession property suspected to have been used in the commission of a crime, four charges of unlawful possession of weapons, possession

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Shooting incident, Archerfield

Police are appealing for information following a shooting incident at Archerfield this afternoon.
Initial investigations indicate just before 1pm a late model silver Commodore occupied by a man and a woman attended a Beatty Road car yard.
A short altercation occurred which resulted in a 61-year-old man suffering a laceration to the back of his head after being struck with a firearm.
No one else was injured during the incident.
Shots were fired a short time later which caused damage to nearby vehicles.
The late model silver sedan and a late model black sedan were later seen driving in the Archerfield area.
Detectives are urging anyone with any information or dashcam vision to contact police.
A crime scene has been established and 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

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Tips for securing your vehicle and property

South Brisbane Police are reminding all community members of the steps they can take to help ensure their vehicle is secure.
There are a number of steps that you can easily take yourself to improve your vehicle security when out and about and parking at home.
Remember to:

Always lock your vehicle, including the boot and sunroof, and remember to fully close all windows.
Always keep your keys out of sight and never leave vehicle keys lying around on tables, benches, bedside tables or key hooks.
Remove keys from the ignition and lock your vehicle if your vehicle is parked or unattended; even if it’s only for a minute.
Never hide spare keys on or in the vehicle – thieves know where to look.
Remove all valuables and personal items when leaving your car unattended, or ensure they are out of sight.
Always take your vehicle keys with you whenever you are going out, even if you are

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Tips for staying safe in Brisbane

South Brisbane Police are reminding all community members of the steps they can take to help ensure their personal safety.
There are a number of steps that you can easily take yourself to improve your personal safety when out and about.


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Remember to:

Be aware and stay alert to your surroundings

Consider removing headphones or turning the volume down so you can still be aware of what’s going on around you

Plan your trip and avoid walking alone in dimly lit areas

Consider telling a friend or family member where you’re going and when you’re expected to be home

If you ever feel uncomfortable in a situation, remove yourself as quickly as possible

Trust your instincts and remove yourself from any situation that makes you feel uneasy

If meeting someone to buy or sell something, meet in a busy and public place

Record the details of the person you are meeting including

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Traffic crash, Carina

Police are appealing for witnesses following a traffic crash in Carina yesterday afternoon.
Around 5.40pm, a white Isuzu utility collided with a motorcycle on the corner of Jones and Old Cleveland Roads.
The motorcycle rider was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital with serious injuries.
The driver of the utility was not physically injured.
Forensic Crash Unit officers are appealing for anyone in the vicinity of Jones Road and Old Cleveland Road around 5.40pm yesterday, who witnessed the incident or has dash cam footage, 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.You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

Quote this reference number: QP2001224114 within the online suspicious activity form.

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