As a police officers, we get to see all walks of life and often we get to see and hear the worst of the worst. In my role as a Crime Prevention Officer I deal daily with people who have been victims of crime and I count myself as being very lucky to be able to provide some support and assistance to those who are going through a difficult experience.
Just last week, I heard a heart breaking story. I made a visit to a 77-year-old female from Mount Gravatt who had become a victim of the phone scam which resulted her in losing over $14,000. This lady was just like my grandmother, a good person who was trusting and kind, however was manipulated into handing over her bank account details and kept on the phone for close to 6 hours whilst the ‘scammers’ instructed her to purchase a quantity of Itunes
Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane
2018 Road Safety Week Events in South Brisbane
Last week was Queensland Road Safety Week and police reminded community members to not only freshen up on your road rules, but also a chance to tell us how you’d like to make the roads safer.
Police explained to the public, road safety is not only about refreshing your knowledge of the road rules regularly, but also understanding it’s everyone’s responsibility to understand that we share the roads with different road users and we need to respect others while on the roads.
We also focused on bicycle and vehicle security. If you have a bicycle and haven’t recorded your serial number, please do so now, a photo of the bicycle is even better. Always lock your vehicle even when it’s parked at home. Remove all the valuable items from the plain sight.
Thursday, August 30 our officers from South Brisbane Road Policing Unit (RPU), Cannon Hill Shopfront and South Brisbane Crime Prevention District
Basketball, Interfaith and Youth Engagement – the week that was
The role of the Police Liaison Officer is as unique as those that make up the unit.
This week, the team in the South Brisbane District participated in a number of events, presentations and forums, much to the delight of those in attendance.
This is, the week that was:
Basketball Challenge at the Murri School, Acacia Ridge
Senior Police Liaison Officers Doug Peachy and Aleni Ta’alolo guest starred at the Murri School Basketball Challenge, alongside Police Officers from across the South Brisbane District.
Over 50 students had the chance to dunk, dribble and shoot with officers as a means of breaking down barriers and building positive relationships through the love of the game.
Teams consisted of students from a number of local schools including the hosts, Carinity College (Sunnybank), Hymba Yumba School (Springfield) and the Inala Flexi Learning Centre (Inala).
Senior PLO Doug Peachy said the event was such a great day and it was fantastic to
Police and Rochedale NHW join together to promote property security
Police from the Crime Prevention Unit along with local officers from Mount Gravatt station will be in attendance at the Rochedale Community Day on Sunday, September 9.
You will find us in the ‘Strawberry Fields’, Rochedale (Kate Circuit) along with many other stall holders.
There will be a range of family fun activities to participate in, however most important will be the opportunity to speak with police and your local NHW group about protecting your property, reporting information and keeping safe in your community.
We look forward to meeting and chatting with members of the community. So, come along and enjoy the day and be sure to look for the police stand!
Cuppa with a Copper in Rochedale
On Saturday morning, September 2, our Rochedale residents joined us for a cup of coffee at the Flying Pepper Cafe in Rochedale Estate.
Police and Volunteers in Policing (ViPs) explained to residents about the home, vehicle security and property identifications due to a series of break-ins in the area.
Senior Constable Bree MacDonald from Centenary Crime Prevent Unit was on a police bicycle riding around the area and letting nearby residents know the event was on.
Senior Constable Bree MacDonald
Our Mobile Policing Community Office was also deployed. Police would like to thank everyone for attending the early morning event and we hope you enjoyed your coffee with us!
Next Sunday, September 9, between 11am to 2pm, Police will be at the Strawberry Field Park, Rochedale. Join us if you didn’t get a chance to meet us on the weekend.
Building fire, Woolloongabba
Police are investigating a fire at unoccupied former licensed premises in Logan Road early this morning.
The fire was noticed by a member of the public about 12.45am and she notified emergency services.
The fire has destroyed the building.
No-one was physically injured.
A crime scene has been declared and scientific officers will attend on Sunday morning to determine the cause the fire.
Investigations are continuing and police are appealing for anyone with further information or relevant dashcam vision prior to the fire 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.
Quote this reference number: QP1801626226
Cannon Hill gives blood as part of the Emergency Services Challenge
Queensland Police Service, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, Queensland Ambulance Service and the SES are again competing by service and state to give the most blood donations during the Emergency Services Blood Challenge, 2018, for the Australian Red Cross.
Last year, the Emergency Services Blood Challenge resulted in an amazing 9,422 donations in total.
Each donation saves up to thee lives which means that last years challenge saved 28,266 lives.
This year, the Queensland Police Service are keen for a win and Senior Constable Liam Pham and Constable McMahon did their bit at the blood collection van at Cannon Hill.
Today, August 31, is the last day of the Emergency Services Blood Challenge and you can choose to donate to your favourite emergency service.
Cool cops, Cannon Hill
Police and VIP’s (Volunteers in Policing) from the Crime Prevention Unit held an information day at the Cannon Hill Kmart Plaza shopping centre to promote Queensland Road safety Week.
Several people took the road rules refresher test with interesting results.
If you feel you need a quick revision of the road rules or want to test yourself with the quiz, click here.
As Queensland Road safety week draws to an end, police would like to remind you that road safety is everyone’s responsibility, 365 days of the year.
Whether you drive a truck, car or bike, or are a pedestrian crossing the road, we all need to be mindful of other road users.
Patience and politeness goes a long way towards you and everyone else having a safe and happy day.
Road Safety Week: Remembering Ride Safely 4 me
Senior Sergeant Ian Park – Ride Safely 4 Me
Almost three years ago Senior Sergeant Ian Park shared his story of losing a friend on our roads as a result of a motorcycle accident.
For those of you who don’t remember on Boxing Day 2015, Senior Sergeant Park, or Parkie, as he’s known at work, went to the scene of a motorcycle accident in which he later discover the person killed was the husband of a close friend.
You can find the original story here.
Since then, Senior Sergeant Park has shared this experience to educate and urge all road users to drive safely on the road.
Today is the last day of Queensland Road Safety Week and the focus is on motorcycle safety. In 2017, 50 motorcyclists died and 953 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Today and on all days we emphasise the importance of the #ridesafely4me message:
Respect the roads. Respect
Motorcycle safety for Queensland Road Safety Week
A motorcycle accident happens in a flash, but the aftermath is traumatic.
The faster you go, the harder you hit – and on a bike, you’ll always come off second‐best.
The only thing speeding gets you closer to is a crash.
In 2017, 50 motorcyclists died and 953 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Injuries can be serious and life-changing, with long and difficult recoveries.
This Queensland Road Safety Week, we are urging all motorcyclists to remember the motorcycle Fatal Five: speed, fatigue, drugs and alcohol, distractions and gear and maintenance.
At 80km/h you travel 44m in just 2 seconds, so always stay focused and leave time and space to react.
Riding tired affects reaction times and impairs judgement. Take a break or don’t get on the bike if you’re tired.
Look after yourself and look after your bike. The right gear and regular maintenance can save your life.
Ride to be seen and don’t