Police from the South Brisbane District will be giving away coffee as part of their next Coffee with a Cop event on Wednesday, November 20.
Come and say hello and discuss all things road safety and bike related, with this event proudly sponsored by 99 bikes who will have a selection on e-bikes on display. For those who are new to cycling, e-bikes are bikes fitted with an electric motor, assisting riders with those nasty hills around the area, and are a great way to get into the sport.
The event will be held at Two Dads Café, 163 Annerley Rd, Dutton Park, from 7am.
Hope to see you there!
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
Did you pass the road rules quiz in Sunnybank?
On Saturday November 9, police from the Sunnybank Police Beat joined together with Hoyts Sunnybank and Ben and Jerry’s ice-cream to educate the public about personal safety and provide a refresher on the current Queensland road rules at the Sunnybank Plaza pop-up community event.
Police provided information and advice to the public about the current road rules while members of the public, young and old, participated in a series of road rule trivia quiz.
The quiz covered all aspects of road rules for pedestrians, bike riders, motorists and drivers and also reinforcing the Fatal Five. The Fatal Five include speeding, drink and drug driving, fatigue, distraction and inattention, and seatbelts; all of which are common contributing factors in fatal traffic crashes.
Some teenagers found the quizzes challenging and toddlers were answering with the help from their parents.
The pop-up event was well received with young kids educated and rewarded with ice cream.
Watch out for further pop-up events
Annual futsal challenge
A team of local Imams have once again claimed victory against the law enforcement officers and politicians at the Bosnian Islamic Centre’s (BIC) at the annual futsal challenge tournament on Sunday, November 10.
The victory was a double celebration for the team, as the event also celebrated the fifth anniversary of the establishment of the iconic place of worship on Logan Road, Eight Mile Plains.
For the first time in the tournaments history, the team of local politicians (lead by the Member for Stretton Mr Duncan Pegg, MP) not only received points but they managed to score six goals.
Overall the politicians finished third, much to the delight of the local State Member who said that the team gelled well in the hot conditions and were excited to not to take away the spoon this year.
However as is customary, the wooden spoon was presented to the team which finished in last place.
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Looking to the future
Officers from across the South Brisbane Police District had the chance to present and speak to Students from Milpera State High School during the annual futures day program on Friday, November 8.
Futures day brings together employers and services from across the State to the iconic school to engage one-on-one with students and guide them to make informed decisions once they graduate.
Throughout the day, Senior Police Liaison Officers Loc Tran, Agustino Lako and police liaison officers Ricky Lashand and Jeong Bae spoke about the role of police, the different departments and units within the Service and opportunities for those seeking a diverse and rewarding career.
Milpera State School’s Adopt-a-Cop Sergeant Jim Bellos also spoke to the students about the importance of getting building integrity and being involved in community work.
“The QPS is a respectful, multicultural and inclusive workplace and we encourage people from all different religions, faiths and cultures to apply,” Sergeant
Armed robbery, Chelmer
Police are investigating after a man and woman were threatened with a firearm and had their car stolen at Chelmer this morning.
At around 7.15am the pair arrived home in the Audi on Laurel Avenue and pulled up in the carport.
The 64-year-old female passenger was approached by a man who opened the door, produced a long-arm firearm and demanded keys to the vehicle.
The man then threatened the 67-year-old male driver with the firearm who complied and handed over the keys.
The man drove away northbound on Laurel Ave at high speed. Neither victim sustained any physical injuries.
The man is described as wearing a dark coloured hoodie with a black bandana over his face.
Police are appealing for anyone who may see the vehicle (similar to pictured) a grey 2019 Audi RS4 with Queensland registration 324ZDW to immediately call Triple 0.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information
Break and enter, Springfield
Police are investigating the break and enter of a tavern on Ashby Close on Wednesday morning November 6 at Springfield.
Around 4.40am, two people have broken into the tavern and damaged several poker machines and stolen money from the gaming room.
A cleaner interrupted the offenders and they fled shortly after.
It is believed the offenders were both wearing white coveralls. They left on foot and may have scaled the back fence.
Investigators are urging anyone who may recognise the people in this vision or have information to contact police.
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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.
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Serious traffic crash, Sheldon
A man is in a critical condition after a single vehicle traffic crash in Sheldon this morning.
Initial inquiries indicate shortly after 5am a silver Toyota Echo was travelling east on Duncan Road when the vehicle has left the road at hit a tree.
A 19-year-old Eight Mile Plains man, who was the driver and sole occupant, was transported to the Princess Alexandra Hospital where he remains in a critical condition.
Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with dashcam vision of the vehicle prior to the crash 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.
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Wilful exposure investigation, Sunnybank
Upper Mount Gravatt detectives have charged a man after a series of alleged incidents of wilful exposure and indecent acts in the Sunnybank area since July 20.
It will be alleged the incidents occurred between 8pm and 10pm predominately on Friday or the weekend. The man approached women walking on Karalee, Turton, Dunedin, Mulgowie and Boorman streets. The man was completely naked with a black or blue cloth covering his head and often was hiding in bushes prior to approaching the women.
As a result of complaints about this behaviour, police increased patrols of the Sunnybank area.
It will be further alleged at 9.20pm on Friday November 8, officers in an unmarked car observed a man hiding in the bushes near Turton Street. Police observed the man allegedly inappropriately touching himself and subsequently arrested the man.
A 58-year-old Browns Plains man has been charged with 11 counts of indecent act and one count each
Student of the month awards in Acacia Ridge
South Brisbane District Police were on hand to present student of the month award to some of the wonderful students from the Murri School in Acacia Ridge last week.
Student of the month is an opportunity for students to model core values and apply them inside and outside of the classroom said presenter Sergeant Jim Bellos from South Brisbane District Cross Cultural Liaison Office.
Sergeant Bellos said since 2010, we had recognised the amazing work done by students and commend the work of the wonderful staff at the Murri School in supporting the next generation of leaders in our community.
“I’m also looking forward to attending the Murri School Senior Formal Graduation on Thursday November 15,” Sergeant Bellos said.
Congratulations to all the students receiving awards.
Avoid unnecessary travel in bushfire impacted areas
With a number of fires burning throughout Queensland police are reminding motorists to limit unnecessary travel and keep roads clear for emergency services.
Fires by their very nature are unpredictable and motorists travelling through active bushfire areas could easily find themselves in quickly changing and dangerous situations.
If you live near a active bushfire area please limit all non-essential travel and re-think your need to be on the roads.
Driving conditions can be dangerous due to hazards such as burnt out trees over road ways, fallen power lines, smoke and dust. Please remain vigilant.
Emergency services are working together to return affected residents to their homes however this can only occur when the risk of fire has been mitigated.
This is a timely reminder to be ready to follow your bushfire survival plan. If you do not have a plan, or intend to leave, you should be ready to leave the area because situations can