The Queensland Police Service (QPS) deal with many facets of crime and community issues. Calls for service are prioritised according to urgency and seriousness and endeavours are made to reduce calls for service by proactive initiatives and crime prevention strategies. A routine shift for your local police involves many of these issues, and the day/night is balanced between reactive response and proactive crime prevention. One important role for local police is to reduce the impact of crime in the community. Police acknowledge the fear of crime is a real concern to residents, but it’s important to have a balanced view of the issue and seek the facts.
Community members may be aware of concerns regarding property crime in their neighbourhoods and may wonder what is being done to address the problem. As part of the strategic planning process, Sherwood Police look forward to implementing a local Crime Management Team. This team consists of a specialist
