The Queensland Joint Organised Crime Task Force (QJOCTF), in conjunction with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) State Crime Command, Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission, Australian Federal Police, Australian Border Force, Australian Taxation Office, AUSTRAC, New South Wales Police, and South Australia Police has today closed a major operation which focused on investigating the trafficking of dangerous drugs, specifically cannabis.
The closure is the culmination of a 12-month joint organised crime investigation that crossed national and international borders targeting a large organised crime syndicate alleged to be involved in the commercial distribution of cannabis from South Australia into Queensland and New South Wales.
It will be alleged that syndicate members in South Australia have been distributing significant quantities of cannabis through the mail stream to syndicate members in NSW and QLD who have on-sold the cannabis to local distributors.
The investigation was jointly conducted by the respective agencies in Queensland (QJOCTF Operation Western), New South
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Do you love our Dogs on Patrol events? Then woof on down to Ascot this Sunday
If you are a Dogs on Patrol fan, or just interested in finding out more about how to stay safe and help the police, then woof on down to Ascot this Sunday, May 28.
Local District Crime Prevention officers and Ascot Neighbourhood Watch group are hosting a dogtastic event that the whole family will enjoy. Promoting personal safety and reporting of suspicious behaviour, the Dogs on Patrol program is always a favourite with locals and dog lovers.
Bring your pup along for some puppylicious treats, breakfast for their humans, raffles and a whole lot more.
You will also be able to pick up an engraved dog tag FREE, meet SARGE our police dog mascot, or have a chat to local crime prevention officers about your neighbourhood.
When: Sunday, May 28
Time: 7am to 10am
Where: Oriel Park, Alexander Road, Ascot
We can’t wait to share the fun with you.
Police Dog Sarge at Dogs on Patrol 2016
Update: Robbery with violence, St Lucia
Police have charged two men following an alleged robbery with violence in St Lucia last night.
Initial investigations indicate at around 10pm a man was sitting in his car on Herschel Street in the Brisbane CBD when another car collided with his vehicle.
The man followed the car to Dell Street in St Lucia where it had crashed into a tree. Two occupants of the car then assaulted the man, stealing his vehicle and fleeing the scene.
The 25-year-old man was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
On Friday, May 19th, police located a man in Indooroopilly after he had allegedly stolen a set of keys from a house. Police located the stolen Black BMW in a nearby street. Police located another man in Fortitude Valley a short time later.
A 32-year-old Spring Hill man and a 22-year-old Currumbin man have been both charged with one count of armed robbery and dangerous operation
‘Not in our community’ – Brisbane North police spread the message
North Brisbane Police with the support of Westfield Chermside and community partners have had a successful day promoting the ‘Not in our Community’ Domestic and Family Violence message at an interactive display on Wednesday May 17 as part of Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month.
The display featured experienced counsellors, refuge workers and police and drew the community’s attention to the ongoing Domestic and Family Violence ‘Not Now, Not Ever’ campaign, a topic which several years ago received little attention in the broader community.
The 2017 Domestic and Family Violence Safety Card which features DFV support agency contact details was distributed along with many other brochures highlighting the availability of support options.
Westfield Chermside are further supporting the campaign by displaying the DFV Safety Card posters in their public toilet areas, which provide the current DFV agency phone numbers.
North Brisbane District Crime and Support Services Superintendent Mark Reid participated in the display.
“Today’s event provided
Police on hand to answer Domestic and Family Violence questions
As part of Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month the Queensland Police Service along with our local Domestic and Family Violence prevention services will be out in the community to answer question about the issue.
Join officers at Westfield Chermside on Wednesday May 17 from 9am to 5pm outside kmart.
Anyone is welcome to attend! You may be experiencing domestic and family violence issues or know someone who is, then come along and have a chat.
Living free from violence is everyone’s right and reducing violence is everyone’s responsibility.
Phone Triple Zero (000) if:
a crime is happening now
a life is threatened.
When there is no immediate emergency, you can report domestic and family violence to police by phoning Policelink:
Policelink (non-urgent police assistance), phone 131 444
Phone DVConnect on 1800 811 811 if you are escaping domestic and family violence and need a place of safety.
Join us in Fitzgibbon at our Saturday Safe Street Visit
Join your local Police at Fitzgibbon this weekend at our Safe Street Visit.
A Safe Street Visit involves Police setting up a mobile stall in suburban streets, and sharing information with residents on local crime trends and crime prevention techniques.
The project aims to educate and encourage residents to work together for a safe and secure community.
The Safe Street Visit will be held this Saturday, May 20 2017 at :
12 – 1pm In Kimberley Park, Corner of Norris Road and Noosa Street Fitzgibbon
We will also be discussing how residents can get involved with their local Fitzgibbon Neighbourhood Watch Group.
For more information North Brisbane residents can contact Crime Prevention on 3364 3426 or e-mail gateway.dcpc@police.qld.gov.au or to register interest in having a Safe Street Visit near you.
Wonderful NHW volunteers.
Lock it or lose it, vehicles still a target in North Brisbane
Police are again urging residents to be vigilant with the security of their vehicles after several recent unlawful entries to motor vehicles in North Brisbane.
Opportunistic thieves are targeting cars left unlocked, parked in driveways, secured car parks, carports and on the road.
In many cases, victims have left valuable items in the car. Thieves are walking away with mobile phones, wallets, computers, work bags and tools. Police are increasing patrols in the area, but strongly urge all residents to remove valuables and lock up their cars at all times.
Simply parking your car in your driveway or garage is no deterrent. We need you to lock and secure your car at all times.
Remember:
Remove temptation – always lock doors and close windows when your vehicle is unattended; and
NEVER leave valuables in your vehicle.
You can find a more in-depth tip sheet on vehicle security here.
You can find information on home security here.
If you have information for police, contact
Historical armed robbery charge, Sandgate
Police have today charged a 54-year-old man in relation to the armed robbery of a bank in Sandgate more than 25 years ago.
Detectives from Carseldine Criminal Investigation Branch charged the man this morning following a review into the case of the bank robbery on Brighton Road on December 18, 1991.
It will be alleged around 11.45am, a man entered the bank wearing a balaclava before producing a firearm, jumping the counter and stealing a large sum of cash.
He allegedly fled the scene in a stolen vehicle.
Utilising modern investigative techniques and as a result of a forensic and evidentiary review, the Northgate man was subsequently charged with one count each of armed robbery and unlawful use of motor vehicle.
He is expected to appear in the Pine Rivers 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
Armed robbery, Kallangur
Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred this evening in Kallangur.
Initial information suggests that a man entered a service station on Narangba Road at 8pm and produced a knife.
He made demands for cash, and when the female attendant complied and handed him a sum of cash, he then fled the scene.
No one was physically injured as a result of the robbery.
Investigations are continuing.
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.
Man charged – fuel drive offs, Brisbane
Detectives have charged a man in relation to a number of alleged fuel drive offs committed in the Brisbane area in the past few weeks.
It will be alleged that on four separate occasions, the man has driven a ute to service stations in Rocklea, Deagon, Durack and Blacksoil and filled drums with fuel.
It is further alleged the man entered the service stations and claimed to have left his wallet in the vehicle before returning to the ute and driving off without paying.
Police located the 40-year-old Pioneers Rest man today in Maryborough where he was arrested and charged with five counts of stealing and one count of possessing property suspected of being stolen.
The man is due to appear in the Maryborough Magistrates Court on May 15.
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