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Assistant Commissioner Mike Keating of the Road Policing Command has reminded motorists the 2019 school year has begun and they should look to take extra care in school zones.
Assistant Commissioner Keating said that from today all school zones in Queensland were operational, meaning reduced speed limits would be enforced.
“The first day of school is meant to be an exciting one, particularly for many students who are attending school for the first time,” Assistant Commissioner Keating said.
“We are urging motorists to slow down and abide by the reduced speed limits while approaching and driving through marked school zones.
“Be aware of the changing speed limits. The standard operating times for most school zones in Queensland is between 7am and 9am and between 2pm and 4pm.
“Across the state, Queensland motorists can expect to see police enforcing important road rules such as speeding, stopping at children’s crossings and wearing seatbelts.
“Police will also focus
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GBH charge, West End
South Brisbane detectives have charged a woman with grievous bodily harm after a man was injured during an altercation at West End this afternoon.
Police will allege an argument between a man and woman occurred on the footpath in Boundary Street, near the intersection with Melbourne Street shortly before 4pm during which time the man sustained two stab wounds to his arm.
The woman fled the scene however she was arrested in the nearby vicinity soon after by police.
A 49-year-old Moorooka man was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment to a serious arm injury.
A 47-year-old Cunnamulla woman has been denied police bail and is due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court tomorrow.
The pair were known to each other.
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
Man charged with drink driving, South Brisbane
Police arrested a man for drink driving after he nearly collided with a group of diners while riding a motorised scooter in South Brisbane on Australia Day evening.
It will be alleged around 10pm police witnessed the man riding the scooter without a helmet along the footpath before he nearly struck a table of patrons outside of a restaurant.
He then allegedly attempted to continue to ride away before nearly falling over as police called for him to stop.
The 23-year-old Caboolture man was arrested and transported to Brisbane City watchhouse where he allegedly returned a BAC of 0.151% – more than three times the legal limit.
He was charged with not wearing a helmet and drink driving and is due to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on February 19.
Police would like to remind people who choose to ride electronic scooters that drink driving laws apply, as with cars and other vehicles.
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Walking As One for Australia Day
Police from Brisbane Region spent Australia Day engaging with our diverse community around the Southbank and West End areas.
They were pleased to march along with members of the Aboriginal community as they marched from Emma Miller Place in the City over to Musgrave Park at West End.
The march was well attended with an estimated crowd of 1000+ people, who braved the intense midday heat as they marched with an escort of Elders, motorcycles and a police contingent to ensure safe passage through the city streets. A smoking ceremony was held on the scared site at Musgrave Park and the younger generation enjoyed the traditional dash up Glenelg Street to finish the march at Musgrave Park.
Police also patrolled the Southbank Parkland as families enjoyed BBQs, swimming at Streets Beach and relaxing with friends as they waited for the evening fireworks.
One of our Dutton Park members (James) tried to recruit our newest
High range drink driver, Brisbane City
Police have charged a woman with drink driving after she fell over whilst stationary on a moped in the city this afternoon.
It will be alleged at 2.35pm the woman was stationary on Wickham Terrace at the intersection of Upper Edward Street at Spring Hill when she and the bike fell.
Members of the public where concerned she had been drinking and notified police and the ambulance. The woman was treated for a minor craze to her chin.
She was transported to the Brisbane City Police Station where she returned a breath alcohol concentration of .306%.
A 32-year-old West End woman was issued a notice to appear for driving under the influence of liquor and will appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on February 11
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,
Road closures for Australia Day events
Motorists are being reminded about road closures and congestion as people attend various events in Brisbane on Australia Day tomorrow.
Approximately 45,000 people are expected to attend Australia Day events at South Bank Parklands and riverside locations throughout the day and for the fireworks show at 7.30pm.
Roads in the Brisbane City and South Brisbane areas will be temporarily closed between 10am and 1.30pm including Turbot, Edward, Adelaide, Melbourne, Grey and Glenelg streets as well as the Victoria Bridge.
Traffic delays can be expected surrounding The Gabba during the Cricket Test match from 12.30pm.
More information about traffic conditions can be accessed here: www.qldtraffic.qld.gov.au
Extra police will be patrolling populated areas to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone attending public events and activities.
Be aware of tax scams
The tax scam is still happening and still catching people unawares. Here is some information and tips that may be of use.
What is it?
People will receive a message a computer generated message saying to call a number or else an arrest warrant will be issued.
When they call the number the “scammer” then has the number and will bombard it with threats of arrest from the Taxation Office or similar until you pay some money. They will then ask for more and so the scam continues.
For the record:
Police will not contact you via a voicemail or pre-recorded message to issue an arrest warrant.
The Tax Office will not threaten to arrest you if you don’t pay money immediately or alternatively buy iTunes cards for them.
Subscribe to ‘ScamWatch‘ so you are aware of scams occurring. Subscribe to myPolice Blog for more information on policing matters.
Talk about it with your elderly friends and relatives
Appeal for witnesses – Slacks Creek traffic crash
Police investigating a crash involving a cyclist and car at Slacks Creek yesterday are appealing for witnesses.
Around 7.45am on Wednesday January 23 a collision occurred between a pushbike and silver 2013 Mazda 3 sedan on Nujooloo Road, outside the bus terminal and approximately 25 metres from Lognalea Road.
The 18-year-old male cyclist from Boronia sustained serious back injuries and was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
A 28-year-old Sunnybank Hills man, the driver of the Mazda 3, was not physically injured.
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash or has any dashcam vision to contact them (details below).
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.
Quote this reference number: QP1900163827
Armed robbery, Kangaroo Point
Police are investigating after a convenience store at Kangaroo Point was robbed overnight.
At 3.20am two male teenagers entered the Main Street store and threatened a staff member with a knife demanding cash and cigarettes.
The staff member complied, and the youths fled on foot.
They are both described as male teenagers about 16 years old, Caucasian, slim build and wearing dark clothing. One is about 160cm tall and the other is 180cm tall.
Police are appealing for anyone in the area with dashcam vision to contact police.
The staff member was not physically injured during the incident.
Investigations are continuing.
Indecent acts investigation, Brisbane Region
Detectives have arrested and charged a 43-year-old Eatons Hill man following an investigation into alleged indecent acts performed across a number of Brisbane suburbs over the last four years.
It will be alleged that the man was spotted masturbating in the vicinity of Truro Street in Windsor between many times between 2015 and 2019.
He has been charged with 27 counts of indecent acts and is due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on February 11.
In addition, police are appealing for anyone who may have seen a man acting in a similar matter in Midmay Street in Fairfield, Boundary Street in West End and Gladstone Road in Highgate Hill.
The man described as Caucasian in appearance, of proportionate build, around 180 centimetres tall, and with brown hair and blue eyes.
As well, police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen a white 2013 Hyundai iLoad van (pictured) with ladders on