Category: Queensland Police News Updates – South Brisbane

The Queensland Police Service (QPS) have launched specially designed patches to again demonstrate its support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) youth throughout Queensland through its involvement in this year’s Wear it Purple Day.
Wear it Purple Day was established to demonstrate to young people that there is hope, that there are people who support and accept them, and that they have the right to be proud of who they are.

To demonstrate our support, officers may wear their boots with purple laces and wear the newly developed LGBTI Load Bearing Vest (LBV) patch on Wear It Purple Day.
Commissioner Ian Stewart said this was a great way for rainbow youth everywhere to know that their support base included police.
 
“’Wear it Purple’ is a simple message: you have the right to be proud of who you are and sexuality or gender identity does not change this – ‘Wear it Purple’ if

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In recognition of Queensland Road Safety Week (27 – 31 August 2018), Queensland Police Officers used this opportunity to address year 11 and 12 students at the Islamic College of Brisbane, Karawatha.
Attendees to the seminar were the typical ‘L’ or ‘P’ licence holders, alongside teachers from the school.
Students were advised of key road safety information and encouraged to ‘drive to save lives’.  In addition, students and staff were also provided with the opportunity to familiarise themselves with Queensland Police ‘tools of the trade’ such as speed detection devices, roadside drug tests and breath tests.

Acting Sergeant Vernon Wootton said it’s wonderful to see this level of engagement happening in our local community.
“Not only are we spreading the message of safe driving, we are also teaching the next generation to become role models for everyone on the road.” Acting Sergeant Wootton said.
Following the presentation, students enjoyed the opportunity to engage one-on-one with their

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Morningside Police are currently enforcing the fatal five during Queensland Road Safety Week which is being held from Monday, August 21 until Friday, August 31.
Road safety week is a joint initiative of the Queensland Police Service and the Department of Transport and Main Roads to promote community involvement with making our roads safer for all Queenslanders. 
Police would like to remind motorists to be vigilant regarding the fatal five; wearing our seat belts, drink and drug driving, driving distracted, fatigue and speeding.
Morningside police are proactively enforcing the fatal five and road rules every day during Road Safety week and have been enforcing speeding offences in our school zones. High visibility proactive mobile patrols are also being conducted to make our roads safer and enforce the road rules.
Police are urging motorists to organise a designated driver when drinking, refrain from using mobile phones when driving and be mindful and considerate

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Bicycle riders have less protection than motorists and are more likely to be injured if there is a crash. In 2017, 8 bicycle riders died and 390 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
We all need to be aware and share the road safely. Bicycle riders are legitimate road users and have the right to be treated with courtesy and care by others.
Similarly, bicycle riders must obey the general road rules as well as the rules for cyclists.

Ride consistently and remember to use clear hand signals. Your hand should be open, with your palm facing forward.
Use a footpath if you are not confident on the road – it is legal in Queensland unless there is a ‘no bicycle’ sign.
Ride the right bike for your size and ability and wear a helmet – it could save your life.
Consider a high-visibility vest to help you be seen on the roads.
Motorists

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Police have arrested a man after a taxi driver was allegedly robbed in Acacia Ridge yesterday.
It will be alleged around 4.15pm a man was driven in a cab from Annerley to a hotel at Acacia Ridge before he demanded the male driver hand over cash from the till.
When the driver refused, the man allegedly produced a large knife and the passenger fled with cash.
Police attended the scene where a 26-year-old Inala man was arrested.
He was charged with one count of armed robbery and is scheduled to appear in the Richlands Magistrates Court today.
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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Police investigating an incident in which a woman was reportedly dragged alongside a car in a carpark at Banoon Railway Station on Monday, August 6, are appealing for witnesses.
Around 5.30pm a 23-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman were involved in an altercation at the driver’s side door of a blue Subaru Liberty.
The man reportedly drove the vehicle away, dragging the woman alongside the car.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 165cms tall with a solid build, fair complexion, dark coloured hair wearing no t-shirt with dark coloured shorts.
The woman is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 175cms tall, thin build, fair complexion, dark coloured long hair wearing black tights with a black coloured singlet top.
The pair is known to each other.
Detectives believe the person depicted in CCTV footage (pictured) may have witnessed the incident and are urging them to come forward.
 

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on

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Semester two has begun at Griffith University which means nine officers and one civilian counter officer have started their beginners level studies of Chinese Mandarin at the Nathan Campus.
The course covers traditional greetings, introductions and an array of basic interactions police may have with members of the Chinese community.
The new course will mirror the course held in semester one where nine officers graduated from the beginner level. Of that initial course, five officers are continuing their studies and have commenced to the intermediate level.
The course has already shown positive results with victims of crime feeling more at ease with police able to speak basic mandarin to them. The ability to use some basic mandarin has also assisted to resolve matters more quickly with some offenders having police processes explained to them in their own language.
The aim in establishing the course was to equip officers with basic communication skills, to be used at

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Driving a heavy vehicle requires extra care and attention on the roads.
In 2017, 6 heavy vehicle drivers died and 135 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Not all road users understand how to interact with heavy vehicles.
Be aware of other road users – they don’t always know your blind spots.
If you’re driving a long vehicle, you can legally use more than one lane to turn. Just make sure to give other road users enough warning by indicating as early as possible.
Driver fatigue or drowsy driving is a safety hazard for the road transport industry, often involving heavy vehicle operation.
Fatigue doesn’t only relate to falling asleep at the wheel – even brief lapses in concentration can have serious consequences.
Driver fatigue is one of the Fatal Five, along with speeding, drink and drug driving (including medications), seatbelts and distraction.
If you have a big journey ahead, plan your rest stops by

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Morningside Police station had a very special afternoon tea for retired Volunteer in Police (VIP) Merv Ellis. Merv was the station’s VIP for 15 years until a few years ago.
Merv assisted Police to address customer service, community safety, crime safety and crime prevention needs in the community.
In April Merv suffered a serious illness and officers from the station responded and needed to break down the door to rescue him.
Merv was known to most of the officers at the station for his tireless efforts. One of the officers who attended had only recently transferred to the station.
Today Merv got to meet Sergeant Simone Beckett.
“It was rewarding to help out  Merv who is so well loved,” Sergeant Beckett said.
Sergeant Simone Beckett and Merv
Police from Morningside station including detectives from the Child Protection and Investigation Unit had a chance to catch up with Merv and have a cuppa!
Merv is well on his way to

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As motorists, we must consider many factors when driving and be aware of our constantly changing environment.
In 2017, 101 motorists died and 3,528 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
But it’s not just the driver at risk when we take a chance with safety.
In 2017, 52 passengers died and 1,210 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
That’s why we must focus on the Fatal Five – the major factors involved in road fatalities: speeding, drink and drug driving (including medications), seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
We need to be at our best when we’re out on the roads, for everyone’s safety.
Remember to share the road safely with other road users – follow the road rules, be patient and courteous.
Give other road users the extra space they need, especially heavy vehicles – they take longer to stop.
Tailgating increases your risk of a crash.
The speed limit is the

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