Thank you for everyone who joined us for the launch of Operation Wake Up Summer: Phase 3 across the South Brisbane District.
Throughout this operation, we are reminding the community to be safe and alert when driving, walking, and travelling on public transport.
The aim is to make the community feel safer when out and about by educating them on remaining alert and aware both when walking and driving.
Police from the South Brisbane Division have been out and about to launch Operation Wake Up Summer, Phase 3
Police from crime prevention, Police Liaison Officers (PLOs) and Volunteers in Policing (ViPs) hosted a variety of events across Centenary, Riverside, Mount Gravatt and Bayside Patrol groups to launch the operation.
As part of this operation, we have focused our attention on educating the community about road safety in and around education facilities while providing personal safety advice for students and parents.
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Relics of St Therese of Lisieux & Sts Zelie and Louis Martin
We were blessed to receive the relics of St Therese of Lisieux and her parents. After the Solemn Reception of the Relics, the all night vigil saw many people come and venerate this wonderful saint.
More photos can be seen on Facebook here.
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Update 2: Suspicious house fire, Chermside
A 50-year-old Chermside woman who was rescued from a house fire in Chermside on Wednesday, has died early this morning.
Around 4am February 5, police and emergency services were called to a house well alight on Bundal Street.
The woman was transported to hospital in a critical condition.
On February 6, a 43-year-old Spring Hill man was charged with attempted murder (domestic violence offence) and arson (domestic violence offence) and he appeared in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Friday, February 7, where he was remanded in custody.
The man will re-appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow (February 10) and his charge will be upgraded to murder (domestic violence offence).
Slow down for school pedestrians
This morning, South Brisbane District Crime Prevention attended several schools in the Riverside area including Yeronga, Dutton Park, South Brisbane and West End to remind and encourage motorist behaviour while driving in 40km/h school zones.
This message was delivered using an unmarked police van with messaging clearly visible by all motorists and forms part of the South Brisbane District’s Operation Wake Up Strategy.
Sergeant Michelle Mullen reported that on approach to school 40km/h zoned areas, it was very encouraging to observe many motorists complying with speed restrictions, an important part in keeping children and adults safe.
Police continue to encourage motorists to comply to speed limitations while in school zones between 7am and 9am in the mornings and from 2pm to 4pm in the afternoons, unless otherwise signed.
Over the next week, South Brisbane District Police will continue to enforce, educate, and encourage road safety during Operation Wake Up.
Located kayak, Brisbane River, Milton
Water Police are appealing for public assistance to identify the owner of a kayak which was located this morning at Milton.
Around 6:45am an orange two-seater “Prijon” kayak was sighted located wedged on the rocks of the northern bank of Milton Reach, Brisbane River.
A paddle, red net, black beanie and grey canvas cover was located with the kayak (see photos).
Any person who may have seen the kayak or has further information is urged to contact police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
Truck arson, Thornlands
Detectives from Cleveland Criminal Investigation Branch investigating an overnight truck fire at Thornlands are appealing for public information.
The owners of the white 2003 Hino FD series tip truck were travelling along Cleveland Redland Bay Road, between Finlandia Village and Pinklands Recreation Reserve, at around 7pm last night (Saturday, February 1) when they sustained a flat tyre.
The tip truck was left parked and locked on the side of the road.
At around 3.05am this morning emergency services were advised that the truck was on fire.
The blaze, which started after entry was forced into the vehicle, completely destroyed the cabin and front of the truck.
Police would like to speak to anyone who may have saw vehicle/s or people stopped near or next to the truck throughout the evening and early morning.
Detectives are also appealing for anyone with relevant dash cam to contact them.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131
Police respond to fake coronavirus posts on social media
Police are investigating a number of fake social media posts regarding the novel coronavirus outbreak.
“Our communities have been hurt by these false and racist posts. We are working hard to identify those responsible,” Inspector Mark Stewart of the Mount Gravatt Patrol Group said.
Of concern to police are posts giving false and misleading information on how to seek medical assistance.
“Queensland Health (QHealth) is working extremely hard to keep the community informed on the impact of coronavirus. All current information can be found on the QHealth website, the QHealth Facebook Page or by phoning 13HEALTH,” Inspector Stewart said.
If you have any information regarding these fake social media posts, please contact police through Policelink on 131444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Relics of St Therese and more in the Newsletter
In this months Oratory Newsletter we have several important dates to mark and Fr Andrew gives a reflection on the positive influence the Oratory can have on parish life.
The relics of Saint Therese of Lisieux and of her parents, Saints Louis and Zelie Martin, will be visiting our Archdiocese in February, and we have the great blessing of being able to welcome them to Mary Immaculate church. They will arrive at about 10:00pm on Friday 7 February, at which point there will be a talk, and then the relics will be present for veneration and private prayer until the normal 8:15am Mass on Saturday morning. Confessions will be heard from 7:00am on the Saturday. All are welcome and invited to visit the church through the night. The relics will be taken to the Cathedral at 10:30am on the Saturday.
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Wounding, Marsden
Police are investigating after a man suffered a critical stab wound in Marsden last night.
Officers attended a residence on Macaranga Street around 11.45pm where they located a 38-year-old man with a stab wound to the chest.
He was transported to Princess Alexandra hospital in a critical condition.
Investigations are continuing into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Did you enjoy your coffee and the chat with us?
On Saturday, January 25, we hosted two Coffee with a Cop events in South Brisbane.
Police, Police Liaison Officers (PLOs) and Volunteers in Policing (ViPs) kicked off their morning coffee with the community at the Merriweather Cafe on Russell Street.
On the same afternoon, officers moved their event to Champ Kitchen & Bar on Grey Street.
Police from South Bank Station arrived at South Bank with an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and marked van.
It was a good photo opportunity for a lot of tourists and even local residents.
Local officers gave the public a tour of their buggy and the van. Some took a peek into vehicles and took lots of photos with police, the buggy and the other police vehicles.
A number of people approached officers to express their appreciation for the hard work that police do.
Our Saturday Coffee with a Cop events not only provide a chance for the community to meet their