The Queensland Police Service are currently conducting research on public perceptions of crime in the lead up to the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, to evaluate the impact of Project Unite.
Project Unite is a security awareness campaign developed to inform and prepare the public for major events; like the Commonwealth Games in April.
You are invited to take part in this research, by completing an online survey that will take approximately 5 minutes to compete. You must be over the age of 18 and currently residing in Queensland to participate.
To assist in the evaluation of the campaign messaging and make improvements for future events; access the survey here.
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Suspicious fire, Capalaba
Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a Capalaba business last night.
Around 9:24pm, officers were called to the Steel Street premises with reports of explosions and smoke issuing from the structure.
On arrival, crews located the second floor well-engulfed.
Queensland Fire and Emergency Service officers extinguished the blaze which caused substantial damage to the business.
No one was injured during the fire.
Preliminary information indicates that the fire may have been deliberately lit using an accelerant.
A crime scene has now been set up while scenes of crime, forensic officers and investigators work to determine the cause of the fire.
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.
Dangerous driving incident, Brisbane
A man is assisting police following an alleged evade police incident at Taragindi and a subsequent crash at Belmont yesterday.
It will be alleged at 2.45pm police observed a stolen white Mercedes-Benz travelling on Toohey Road at Tarragindi when police activated lights and sirens the driver accelerated away at speed.
PolAir tracked the vehicle before it travelled through the Clem 7 and Airportlink tunnels then towards the airport before travelling south on the Gateway Motorway.
At 3.05pm police observed the white Mercedes-Benz travelling southbound on the Gateway Motorway at Hemmant.
Police activated lights and sirens before the vehicle continued at high speed taking the Old Cleveland Road exit where it collided with the rear of two cars stopped at a red light.
The stolen vehicle then continued inbound on Old Cleveland Road before turning left into Creek Road travelling on various suburban streets sometimes on the wrong side of the road before returning onto Creek
QPS and African Leaders Consultative Meeting
The Multicultural Development Association was the venue for the inaugural Queensland Police Service (QPS) and African Leaders Consultative Meeting on Wednesday evening at the Brisbane Multicultural Centre, Woolloongabba.
The forum was chaired by Acting Assistant Commissioner Brian Wilkins APM and featured panellists from the Queensland African Communities Council with representatives from the North Brisbane and South Brisbane Police Districts.
With over 50 attendees, the forum was an ideal opportunity for participants to express ideas and insights towards the development of a community led consultative group.
Acting Assistant Commissioner Wilkins said the QPS looks forward to working closely with members of the African community to ensure community safety.
Over the course of the evening, attendees highlighted their gratitude towards the QPS in shaping this initiative and they committed their support in moving forward for the benefit of the community. It was noted that future gatherings would present further discussion around proposed formats, terms of reference and
Update: Shooting incident, Wakerley
A man shot by police during an incident in Wakerley this morning has subsequently passed away.
Police were called to a disturbance at a residence in Goulburn Street around 9.50am.
The 31-year-old Gold Coast man was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition however has since been pronounced deceased.
The Ethical Standards Command is investigating on behalf of the State Coroner with the assistance of the Crime and Corruption Commission.
No further information is available at this time.
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.
Police reinforce ‘if it’s flooded, forget it’ message
With heavy rain falling across large parts of the state today, police are urging motorists to drive to conditions and heed the message: if it’s flooded, forget it.
A number of drivers were rescued after proceeding through flooded roads in the Wide Bay area yesterday.
As the rain moves further south, police are warning drivers particularly around the Sunshine Coast, Caboolture and Brisbane areas to slow down, turn their headlights on and increase their stopping distance.
Under severe storms or heavy rain bands, flash flooding can occur very quickly and without any notice – even on roads that you usually travel on without any issues.
Flash flooding can cause significant structural damage to roads, so even if you think it looks safe, you can never be sure exactly what is underneath the water.
No matter what car you drive, no matter what bike you ride, no matter what shoes you wear – if it’s flooded,
Discussing local issues for the Carina Police Divsion
Effective and efficient policing requires strong community engagement and open lines of communication with all stakeholders.
It was great to catch up with one of these major stake holders in Deputy Mayor Adrian Schrinner on Wednesday for a coffee.
The Deputy Mayor is a leading figure within the local community and shares our passion for delivering a safer community for all.
This was a very constructive meeting and allowed us to discuss current crime trends and local community issues. Police discussed a recent spate of break and enters and were able to identify a resolution to ongoing incidents at a local aged care facility.
Update: Suspicious death, Wynnum West
Detectives have charged a woman following investigations into the alleged murder of a man at Wynnum West almost two weeks ago.
James Switez-Glowacz, 36, was located deceased at a residence on Florabelle Court by a relative around 4.15pm on Thursday, February 8.
A 34-year-old woman was arrested today and charged with one count of murder.
She is expected to appear in the Cleveland Magistrates Court this morning.
Investigations are continuing.
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.
Getting our hands dirty, Holland Park
Today, Senior Constable Brookes and I attended one of our community housing complexes to assist in making it a happier, safer place to live.
A fantastic initiative by community programs was to install two vegepods to bring the residents together. Senior Constable Brookes and I used this engagement to attempt to breakdown barriers with the residents.
Senior Constable Brookes did some of the heavy lifting by moving the soil.
While I swooped in at the end to plant some lovely wombok and bok choy. Is it obvious that I have no idea what I am doing?
I can report that community policing (and all the plants at this stage) are alive and well in Holland Park Police Division.
Is your home secure? Carindale residents please lock up!
Police are currently investigating a number of break and enter offences in the Carindale area that have occurred over the past couple of weeks.
Police are reminding residents in the area to check over their home and vehicle security before going to bed or leaving the house.
Please consider the following tips:
Doors and windows are locked;
Garage doors are always locked and secured;
Vehicles inside garages are locked and secured with all valuables removed including garage remote controls;
Internal doors providing access to living areas from the garage are locked and secured and if no lock, consider installing a lock for added security;
Consider installing an alarm system;
Ensure the removal of keys from security doors;
Remove objects such as ladders and bins that may be used to gain access to higher levels; and
Report suspicious activity including suspicious vehicles to police.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs