Category: Latest Queensland Police Service News

On Wednesday August 29, Stafford Police Officers and Road Policing Task Force Officers joined forces with road safety educators from Department of Transport and Main Roads, for Queensland Road Safety Week at Kedron.
Officers arranged an information display outside  St Anthony’s Primary School, Padua College and Mount Alvernia College precinct – Kedron. We were kept busy speaking with the many interested students, staff and parents about Road Safety Week.

Our giveaway items were a hit with the kids too!

We were able to speak with many students from each of the three schools as they arrived for school by bicycle, on foot or dropped off by Mum or Dad.

This local event was a great opportunity to share road safety information with staff, students, parents and friends, who all travel through the area.
We encourage all road users to:

Stop, look, listen and think before you cross the road
Share the road safely with other road users

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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

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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

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Police and Liaison Officers from Boondall Station today, August 31, attended  Wheller On the Park at Chermside as part of their Queensland Road Safety Week activities.
Officers shared road safety tips and provided advice to local residents who were speaking up for road safety.
While sharing all their traffic stories residents were able to have anti theft screws also fitted to their vehicles.
It was a successful morning with nearly 50 vehicles having their security improved.

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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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Come along for Coffee with a Cop tomorrow August 30, where Boondall Police will be on hand to answer any questions you might have and also provide you with a delicious hot beverage.
This is an opportunity for local residents to meet with Police Officers from Boondall Station, Gateway Road Policing and the Crime Prevention Unit to discuss Queensland Road Safety Week.
Road Safety Officers from the Department of Transport and Main Roads will also be attending and will be available to answer any questions you may have.
The first 50 people to speak with Police will receive a voucher for a free coffee from espresso 351 coffee shop.
When: Thursday August 30 
Time: 8.30am-10.30am
Where: Espresso 351 coffee shop, 351 Beams Road Taigum
For further information contact Gateway Crime Prevention on 33643426 or see this flyer.

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Pedestrians share the road with vehicles, but have no protection in an impact.
In 2017, 35 pedestrians died and 357 were hurt or seriously injured in crashes on Queensland roads.
Pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility for all road users.
Pedestrians should stop, look and listen before crossing the road.
Be aware of your surroundings and avoid distractions like headphones and mobile phones.
Use designated crossings wherever possible, as this is where drivers and riders are expecting you to cross.
Be aware and cross with care.
Vehicles must be prepared to give way to pedestrians and be aware of crossings, refuges and traffic signals where pedestrians may cross.
Travel at a speed that allows you to stop safely at these when needed.
Reduce your speed at night around entertainment venues where people gather.
Observe school zone speed restrictions and travel carefully in other areas with children, such as around playgrounds.
By changing behaviours and increasing awareness, we can make Queensland roads

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In the past week, there have been a number of property offences committed in the Boondall Police Division.
These have included break-ins to dwellings which are predominantly occurring in day time hours.
Offenders are mostly targeting unsecured homes and once inside they are targeting wallets, bags and keys.
Police encourage residents to utilise the security they already have available to them, such as key locking house doors and windows.
There have also been a number of vehicles that have either been stolen, or broken into.
Offenders have managed to drive off in vehicles where keys were left in the car.
Stealing from within vehicle offences are predominantly being committed during the night and thieves are targeting mobile phones, wallets and keys/ garage remotes.
Police also strongly encourage residents to lock and secure their vehicles, particularly when they are parked in a  driveway or on the street. Some vehicle security tips:

Always lock doors and close windows when your vehicle

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Queensland Road Safety Week for 2018 has started and I for one am welcoming this initiative with open arms.
Not only because I am a serving police officer, but more importantly because I am a father.
While I am at work, I regularly see the lack of attention given to the importance of wearing a seatbelt.
An alarming trend that I have started to see is drivers and passengers wearing their seatbelt in such a manner that the sash passes under their armpit as opposed to over their shoulder.
If the seatbelt is not being worn correctly then then those people are likely to receive serious injuries in the event that they are involved in a crash.
Within my office I hear of incidents where police have intercepted drivers who are not wearing a seatbelt at all. The driver states that they find the seatbelt uncomfortable. If worn correctly, there should be little discomfort experienced.
Tips for

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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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