On Monday May 13, Upper Mount Gravatt Police Station became the latest station to be adorned with the Look tot he Stars artwork and acknowledgement plaque. As part of a unique morning tea, local officers were joined by Indigenous Elders to unveil the special plaque which plays homage to the history and contribution of Aboriginal […]
Category: Queensland Police Latest Updates
Update 3: Fatal traffic crash, Windsor
Police have charged a man following the investigation of a fatal traffic crash at Windsor on the night of May 18. It will be alleged shortly before midnight a black BMW SUV was travelling northbound on Lutwyche Road when it collided with a moped heading north that was being ridden by a 32-year-old man from […]
Update 2: Appeal for witnesses / dashcam vision: Fatal traffic crash, Windsor
Investigators have released vision of a black BMW SUV involved in a fatal traffic crash at Windsor on the weekend as they continue to appeal for information. The vehicle is captured on CCTV travelling on Makerston Street towards Roma Street in Brisbane City around 11.51pm. A short time later the black 2007 BMW SUV was […]
Changing perspectives on property crime – vehicle security
Most car thefts, and theft from cars, are opportunistic in nature however, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of having your car stolen or broken into. What you can do: Park in well-lit and highly visibly areas whenever possible, utilising off street and secured parking. When parking in a garage, ensure […]
Police launch new crime prevention campaign
The Queensland Police Service today launched a new crime prevention campaign, aimed at changing Queenslander’s perspectives towards property crime. This new campaign uses mixed media including the 360° format and flyers on social media to put users in a criminal’s perspective and point out every day behaviours which can increase the likelihood of Queenslanders falling […]
A defining day for North Stradbroke Island
This morning Tuesday May 21, officers from across South Brisbane joined together with Senior Constable Jai Taylor from Dunwich Police Station to unveil a Look to the Stars acknowledgement plaque. The ceremony was held at Dunwich State School, symbolic of a meeting between local Indigenous communities who reside on the island. As Adopt-a-Cop for the […]
Ashes and war medals stolen, Sherwood
Police are investigating after an opportunistic thief broke into the home of a Sherwood couple last week and stole an urn containing their daughter’s ashes as well as World War II medals awarded to a late family member. On May 19 a person entered the Magazine Street residence while a 72-year-old woman slept inside and […]
Enter with intent – Mount Cotton, Ormeau and Holmview
Police investigations are underway after two stolen vehicles from Carina were used during break-ins at three separate businesses at Mount Cotton, Ormeau and Holmview overnight. Around 1.05am, a grey 2014 Mitsubishi Pajero bearing Queensland registration “043 VHN” and a white 2016 Hyundai i30 hatchback bearing Queensland registration “653 XIR”, with a logo on the driver’s […]
Home security reminder, Wishart
Police are appealing to residents in the suburb of Wishart to be vigilant with their home security measures after a number of break and enters have been reported recently to police. Homes in the area have been entered in the early evening hours through closed but unlocked doors and/or removing or cutting fly screens from […]
Home security reminder, Wishart
Police are appealing to residents in the suburb of Wishart to be vigilant with their home security measures after a number of break and enters have been reported recently to police. Homes in the area have been entered in the early evening hours through closed but unlocked doors and/or removing or cutting fly screens from […]