Category: Latest Queensland Police Service News

Hendra Police would like to inform motorists of road closures around the Doomben Racecourse, Ascot, this Saturday, June 9 due to the final meeting of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival, The Stradbroke Cup.
The following road closures will be in force from 8am to 7pm, Saturday, June 9.

Hampden Street, Ascot will be closed between Nudgee Road and Onslow Street;
Brassey, Hopetoun and Onslow Streets will be closed to through traffic from Lamington Avenue.

Congestion is expected on Nudgee Road, in the vicinity of the Doomben Racecourse, due to the high volume of horse transportation, public transport and private vehicles attending the event.
Hendra Police are requesting motorists to be patient or avoid Nudgee Road, Ascot for non-essential travel during Saturday, June 9.

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Detectives have commenced the enforcement phase of a protracted Prostitution Enforcement Task Force operation targeting non-compliant advertising for prostitution in south east Queensland.
Operation Quebec Ravens began in August 2016 to detect and identify those involved in illegal prostitution and to disrupt their illegal activities and dismantle their illegal networks.
Over the past two days, search warrants were executed at an apartment complex on Hercules Street in Hamilton.
A 25-year-old Nundah woman has been issued with a notice to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on June 26 to answer the charges of engaging in prostitution through unlawful prostitution business and possess tainted property.
Two other people are assisting police with their enquiries.
Investigations are ongoing and further arrests are expected.
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

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Homicide detectives investigating the murder of Dorothy Britton at Airlie Beach in 1996 have received new information about the case since their appeal in May.
The body of the 48-year-old woman was found at 6.30pm on Thursday, 7 March 1996 in her house at Timberlands Road, Jubilee Pocket, Airlie Beach.
Mrs Britton was last seen alive at about midday on the previous day and had died as a result of a gunshot wound.
Homicide Detective Senior Sergeant Chris Knight said police were confident that the offender had a close association with Mrs Britton, had extensive knowledge of her lifestyle and routines and was familiar with her loyal and protective Rottweiler dog, Bella.
“I have no doubt that Mrs Britton knew her killer and detectives are appealing for anyone who may have heard someone speak about the circumstances surrounding her murder to contact police” Detective Senior Sergeant Knight said.
“We need public assistance to solve this

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On Sunday, June 3, officers from across Brisbane Region had the opportunity to visit and engage with the Sikh Community at the Singh Sabha Brisbane (Sikh Temple), Taigum.
The purpose of the visit was to help break down barriers between the service and the Sikh community.
Senior Sergeant Kerry McKay said police were committed to inclucivity.
“The recent appointment of Punjabi Police Liaison Officers Aman Sharma and Ricky Lashand has also generated more learning opportunities about this rich and vibrant community,” Senior Sergeant McKay said.
Local Champion and Committee Member Parminder Singh introduced officers, Volunteers in Police (ViPs), Police Liaison Officers (PLO) and service providers to attendees after prayers.
“We really appreciate the QPS and their staff taking the time on their weekend to provide important information to our community,” Mr Singh said.
“We as a community feel privileged to be able to have a strong rapport with our friends in blue.”

Community leader and director of JK Diversity

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Detectives are investigating the armed robbery of a convenience store at Clayfield this morning.
Around 6am a woman wearing a blonde wig and armed with a knife confronted the female store attendant of the Sandgate Road business before demanding cash from the till.
The employee complied and the woman fled the store with a sum of cash.
The woman is described as being Pacific Islander in appearance, aged in her 20s, about 160cm tall with a solid build.
She was wearing a blonde wig, a dark hooded jumper, dark pants and gloves.
Anyone who may recognise the woman depicted in the CCTV image is urged to contact police.

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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Stafford Police would like to encourage local businesses to take some simple steps to help secure their businesses from break and enters.
What can you do?

Ensure clear visibility inside and outside your business by using good lighting and keeping it clutter free
Keep trees and shrubs trimmed to help reduce concealment opportunities and increase visibility when travelling to and from your business
Install solid external doors and fit with quality dead bolts/dead locks
Reinforce glass in doors/windows with shatter resistant film or laminated glass
Protect windows with security screens and window locks
Consider installing a safe – securely  anchor the safe to floor and always keep it locked
Limit the amount of cash kept on premises
Install CCTV cameras at point of sale and entry/exit points and test regular

Consider registering your CCTV with the newly launched  – Community Camera Alliance which is a voluntary closed circuit television (CCTV) registration program.
Registering your CCTV may prevent crime and make our

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Following a protracted investigation, detectives investigating the alleged murder of Sam Price-Purcell have today charged a 36-year-old Leyburn man with murder.
Mr Price-Purcell was last seen in the Mitchelton area on Friday, February 16, 2015. Police believe he travelled to Toowoomba, but was never seen again.
Police have conducted several enquiries during their investigations, including the forensic examination of a yellow vehicle suspected of being involved in the crime last Friday. Searches of properties at Leyburn and Helidon were also conducted earlier this year.
This morning, detectives from the Homicide Investigation Unit and Ferny Grove Criminal Investigation Branch charged the man with murder, as well as misconduct with a corpse and arson of a motor vehicle. He is due to appear in Toowoomba Magistrates Court today.
“This was a crucial breakthrough for us and comes after a comprehensive investigation by detectives.
“We would like to thank those members of the community who came forward and provided

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Police continue to remind residents to be vigilant with the security of their vehicles as 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. In the past week alone, offenders have managed to walk away with cash, credit cards, spare keys, laptops, jewellery, and wallets.
Simply parking your car in your driveway or garage is no deterrent. We need you to lock and secure your car at all times and remove all tempting items from view.
Remove valuables and lock your vehicle.
Remember – remove temptation, lock doors and close windows when your vehicle is unattended and don’t leave valuables in your vehicle.
The Gateway Crime Prevention office along with NHW volunteers will be giving members of the public an opportunity to get some security tips and also the chance to have anti-theft screws fitted to their

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Detectives have charged a woman following investigations into the armed robbery of a convenience store in Clayfield on June 3.
It will be alleged at 6am, a woman wearing a blonde wig and armed with a knife confronted the female store attendant of the Sandgate Road business before demanding cash from the till.
It will be further alleged the woman left the store with a sum of cash.
A 25-year-old Clayfield woman has been remanded in custody to reappear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on July 2 charged with armed robbery and face marked, blackend or disguised with intent commit indictable offence.
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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Last week, the 2018 Queensland Police Service, Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Awards were held in Brisbane.
One of the categories was ‘Station – Domestic and Family Violence Liaison officer (DFVLO)’, with the award going to an officer demonstrating commitment to improving policing responses to domestic and family violence within their division.
Senior Constable Belinda Baker was the winner of the 2018 Qld Police Station Domestic and Family Violence Officer!
The Commissioner of Police Ian Stewart and Corrine McMillan MP, State member for Mansfield, representing the Minister for Police, presented this prestigious award to Senior Constable Baker for her dedication and outstanding work in this area.
Senior Constable Baker is a general duties officer based at Sandgate Police Station and has also chosen to take on the portfolio as Station DFVLO for the past four years.
She is an extremely dedicated and compassionate officer whose goal is always keeping people safe.
Corrine McMillan MP State member

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