Police are appealing to residents in the suburb of Seven Hills and surrounds 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 by removing or […]
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Armed robbery, Capalaba
Detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a business in Capalaba overnight. Around 10.51pm two men, with their faces covered, entered the Redland Bay Road store and demanded cash from an employee. One of the men was armed with a knife while the other man took the money from the staff member. The pair then […]
Break and enters in multi-storey residential apartments, South Brisbane
If you think living in a multi-storey residential apartment means break-ins aren’t possible … think again. There has been an increase of burglaries in the South Brisbane area over the last few weeks. Entry is being gained after climbing several stories, or drain pipes, and entering via unsecured balcony doors and windows. On some occasions, […]
Upper Mount Gravatt is Looking to the Stars
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 […]
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 […]