Police are encouraging members of the community to be vigilant with personal safety measures after incidents of street robberies were recently reported to police. Robbery offences are often opportunistic, with offenders selecting targets who are often unaware of their surroundings, distracted (listening to music, looking at mobile phones), or in a location that makes them […]
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Calamvale crime wrap up, September
For the month of September, Calamvale Police saw a positive decrease in reported break and enter offences. During September, 15 breaks were reported to police, compared to 27 the previous month. Although we have seen a decrease, we are urging locals to remain extra diligent with their home security and personal possessions. The majority of reported break and enter […]
Oxley Turn the Screws event – postponed
Unfortunately due to the inclement weather, today’s Turn the Screws event in Oxley has been postponed…. keep an eye on a new date before the end of the year.
Annual Statistical Review 2016/17 – South Brisbane District
South Brisbane District overall crime decreases South Brisbane District Officer Acting Chief Superintendent Mick Niland today welcomed the release of the Queensland Police Service’s Statistical Review which demonstrated a reduction in fraud, liquor and drug offences across the district. The Statistical Review represents a comprehensive insight into the level and nature of crime reported for […]
Inspector Henderson says goodbye after 36 years!
After serving the people of Queensland for just under 36 years, Inspector Jo-Anne Henderson has decided to call it a day to be with those she holds most dear, her family. Inspector Henderson commenced her career with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) in 1980 as a Stenographer/Administrative Assistant at the Ipswich Police Station. In 1988, […]
Annual Statistical Review 2016/17 – South Brisbane District
South Brisbane District overall crime decreases South Brisbane District Officer Acting Chief Superintendent Mick Niland today welcomed the release of the Queensland Police Service’s Statistical Review which demonstrated a reduction in fraud, liquor and drug offences across the district. The Statistical Review represents a comprehensive insight into the level and nature of crime reported for […]
Inspector Henderson says goodbye after 36 years!
After serving the people of Queensland for just under 36 years, Inspector Jo-Anne Henderson has decided to call it a day to be with those she holds most dear, her family. Inspector Henderson commenced her career with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) in 1980 as a Stenographer/Administrative Assistant at the Ipswich Police Station. In 1988, […]
South Brisbane celebrates stellar service
On Monday women from across Brisbane Region met to celebrate the inspirational service of Inspector Jo Henderson. Inspector Henderson graduated in 1991 and has served in Nambour, Maroochydore, Noosa, QPSA, State Crime Operations Command before her current position in South Brisbane District. Through all of her service Inspector Henderson is known for her genuine willingness to listen and her […]
Breaks and an arrest, Doolandella
On the evening of Monday, October 9 six units were broken into in the suburb of Doolandella. On October 10 officers from the Centenary property team arrested and charged a 46-year-old Forest Lake man with seven offences including break and enter, unlawful use of a motor vehicle and possession of drugs charges, with investigations still […]
Break and enters, Sunnybank Hills
Police have included the below crime map to advise members in the Sunnybank Hills community on where break and enter offences have been committed from September 25 until October 8. Sunnybank Hills continues to be a focus for police as they actively work together with the community to prevent these offences from occurring and to […]