Category: Latest Queensland Police News – West Brisbane

Police from the Inner West Patrol Group are warning residents that within the past 7 days thieves have been targeting vehicles in the following Inner West suburb locations:
Theft of motor vehicles:

Fletcher Parade, Bardon

Steal from motor vehicles:

Moggill Road, Taringa
Cecil Road, Bardon
Waterworks Road, Ashgrove
Sovereign Street, Indooroopilly
Moggill Road, Indooroopilly
Hibiscus Avenue, Ashgrove
Woodland Street, Ashgrove
Barkala Street, The Gap
Lynagh Court (2 x separate occurrence addresses), Arana Hills
Loftus Place (3 x separate occurrence addresses), Arana Hills
White Street, Everton Park
Ridley Street, Auchenflower
Mur Street, Ferny Grove

The targeted vehicles have either been stolen or physically broken into, both during the day and night.
Targeted locations included; residential properties, residential garages, driveways, carports and vehicles parked on the street.
The stolen vehicle was the result of a ‘Sneak Break’, where the offenders entered a residential property, located the vehicle’s keys within the residence and then drove off from the address with their stolen vehicle.
Most of the vehicles broken into had valuable and attractive

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Break and Enter Dwelling – The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was 8.

Suburb
Street
Time
Entry Method

Property
Stolen
Date

Mitchelton
Constancia Street
Day
SNEAK BREAK Unlocked rear door
Handbag
22/05/2018

Keperra

Silvertop
Street
Day

SNEAK BREAK
Forced front door
Cash, cards, purse, mobile phone
23/05/2018

Kenmore

Gleneagle
Street
Afternoon
Unknown
Jewellery, replica military medals, gift cards, laptop
23/05/2018

Arana Hills
Loftus Place
Night

SNEAK BREAK
Unknown
Stethoscope
25/05/2018

 
Loftus Place
Night

SNEAK BREAK
Open Garage door
Garage remote
25/05/2018

Bardon
Fletcher Parade
Night

SNEAK BREAK
Unlocked rear French doors

Car keys, sunglasses, Blue 2102 Volkswagen Scirocco
Reg: RAF87

25/06/2018
to
26/05/2018

 
Osman Street
Night

SNEAK
BREAK
Unlocked front door
Purse, cards, backpack, motorcycle clothing
26/05/2018

Indooroopilly
Musgrave Road
Day

SNEAK
BREAK
Unlocked side sliding door
Cash, jewellery
27/05/2018

 
Steal from Premises – the total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was 0.
 
Steal from Motor Vehicle – the total number of unlawful entries into motor vehicles this week was 14.

Suburb
Street
Time
Location
Property Stolen
Date

Bardon
Cecil Road
Between times
Residential Street
Cards, sunglasses

20/05/2018
to
21/05/2018

Ashgrove

Waterworks
Road
Evening
Suburban Road
Perishable goods
23/05/2018

Indooroopilly

Sovereign
Street
Night
Residential Unit Carpark
Watch
23/05/2018

 
Moggill Road
Day
Shopping Centre Carpark
Cover to rear view mirror
26/05/2018

Taringa
Moggill Road
Between times
Residential carport
Registration plates

17/05/2018
to
24/05/2018

Ashgrove

Hibiscus
Avenue
Night
Residential Street
Lawnmower and ratchet strap
25/05/2018

 
Woodland Street
Unknown
Residential Street
Walkie talkie, spray gun, various other tradesman’s tools and equipment

27/05/2018
to
28/05/2018

The Gap

Barkala
Street
Morning

Residential
carport
Wallet,

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Last week celebrated the 2018 National Volunteers Week. The Queensland Police Service (QPS) marked this occasion by celebrating 20 years of Volunteers in Policing (ViP).
The celebration included recognising the tireless and dedicated service provided by our ViPs.
The ViP’s program sees civilian volunteers based in local police establishments throughout Queensland, working with police officers to assist with customer service, community safety and crime prevention needs in the community.
The Inner West Patrol Group is fortunate and privileged to have the support of four dedicated ViPs; Alex, Robyn, Dayle and Nichol.
Their service is invaluable in assisting police with achieving its strategic goals, liaising with victims of crime and assisting with public engagement commitments.
To thank our ViPs, along with the other dedicated North Brisbane District ViPs, a special awards ceremony was held at the Brisbane Water Police Unit on Thursday, May 24.
During this award ceremony our ViP’s were personally presented with badges and Certificates of Appreciation by Assistant Commissioner Brian Wilkins.
North District

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Commissioner Ian Stewart officially launched an artwork for the Queensland Police Service called Look to the Stars at Police HQ today.
On the eve of National Reconciliation Week the artwork was produced by Indigenous artist Jenna Lee from Gilimbaa who worked with a specialist reference group from the QPS to inform the artwork.
Commissioner Stewart said the artwork would be used in a myriad of ways to communicate and engage with the community.
“The artwork will adorn polo shirts worn by officers, a vehicle which is destined for Aurukun and even the ceiling of the entrance to police headquarters,” Commissioner Stewart said.
The entrance to Police HQ which features the central constellation and nine stars which represent Robert Peel’s principles.
“I personally thank everyone who played a part in the creation of the artwork and I would like to especially pay thanks to the artist, Jenna Lee, who is an inspirational Indigenous woman who undertook

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As a result of information provided to investigators a vehicle has been seized in connection to the disappearance and suspected murder of Sam Price-Purcell.
Sam Robert Price-Purcell was last seen in the Mitchelton area on February 16, 2015. At the time of the sighting Sam was getting into a bright yellow 2010 Holden Commodore SS sedan. It is believed he then travelled to the Toowoomba area and has not been seen since.
Mr Price-Purcell 28 (commonly known as Sam Price) was last seen in the Mitchelton area on the afternoon of February 16, 2015.
On 24 May 2018, Detectives investigating Mr Price-Purcell’s disappearance executed a crime scene warrant, resulting in a yellow 2010 Holden Commodore SS sedan being seized and subject of forensic testing at Toowoomba Police Station.
Scientific examinations of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of forensic samples which have been submitted for further analysis.
Detective Inspector Damien Hansen of the Homicide Investigation

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Between Friday, May 18 to Sunday, May 20, police from the Inner West Patrol Group provided police coverage and support to the 2018 Brookfield Show.
The police support included general duties and plain clothes officers patrolling the show grounds ensuring everyone’s safety and well-being. Officers from Road Policing made sure the surrounding roads were safe and traffic flowed smoothly in and out of the showgrounds.
Officers from the Inner West Crime Prevention Unit, along with civilian volunteers from Crime Stoppers, provided a static police display for patrons of the show.
The display enabled show goers to speak to police officers first hand and obtain valuable information such as; personal and property security, road rules, vehicle licensing and registration advice and documentation.
The display also provided the opportunity for younger show patrons to personally interact with police officers, try on various police uniforms and experience a marked police patrol car up close and personal. This interaction was invaluable in fostering a

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Break and Enter Dwelling
The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was 10.
Offence locations –

Suburb
Street
Time
Entry Method
Property Stolen
Date

Ashgrove
Davies Road
Between dates
Unknown
Electronics
23/12/2017 to 11/01/2018

Cedar Creek
Cedar Creek Road
Day
Attempted to force entry
Nil
15/05/2018

 
Cedar Creek Road
Between dates
Force door
Fridge, eskies and car jack
19/05/2018 to 20/05/2018

Everton Park
McIlwraith Street
Night
Forced insecure door
Guitar and food
19/05/2018

Highvale
Hulcombe Road
Between dates
Attempted to force entry
Nil
12/05/2018 to 14/05/2018

Indooroopilly
Dennis Street
Day
Attempted to force entry
Nil
17/05/2018

 
Teague Street
Night
Forced door
Unknown
17/05/2018 to 18/05/2018

 
Teague Street
Between dates
Forced door
Unknown
19/05/2018 to 20/05/2018

The Gap
Hillside Place
Day
Forced door
Unknown
17/05/2018

 
Warana Street
Night
Sneak break Attempted
Nil
18/05/2018

Steal from Premises
The total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was 7.
Offence locations:

Suburb
Street
Time
Type
Date

Auchenflower
Park Avenue
Overnight
Garage
15/05/2018 to 16/05/2018

Indooroopilly
Clarence Road
Between dates
Complex Car Park
14/05/2018 to 18/05/2018

Mount Nebo
Forestry Road
Day
Garage

12/05/2018
 

Taringa
Princess Street
Day
Garage

14/05/2018
 

Toowong
Sherwood Road
Between dates
Garage
29/03/2018 to 13/05/2018

 
Bayliss Court
Overnight
Garage
15/05/2018 to 16/05/2018

 
Landsborough Street
Between dates
Complex Car Park
17/05/2018 to 19/05/2018

 Steal from Motor Vehicle
The total number of unlawful entries into motor vehicles this week was 4.
Offence locations:

Suburb
Street
Time
Location
Property Stolen
Date

Ashgrove
Fraser Road
Day
Residential Street
Tools
17/05/2018

 
Todd Street
Night
Yard
Electric Generator
17/05/2018 to 18/05/2018

Keperra
Dallas Parade
Night
Carpark
Nil
17/05/2018

 
Annadale Street
Night
Driveway
Unknown

20/05/2018
 

 
Motor Vehicle Theft
The total number of motor vehicle

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Police from the Inner West Patrol Group are advising residents that thieves have within the recent week, targeted homes and vehicles in Inner West areas.
Suburbs targeted include: Arana Hills, Ashgrove, Cedar Creek, Everton Hills, Evorton Park, Ferny Hills, Gaythorne, Highvale, Keperra, Mitchelton, The Gap and Upper Kedron.
Thieves are mainly stealing car keys and then vehicles, laptops, wallets, handbags and jewellery.
The main method that thieves are using to gain entry is by climbing through windows or walking through unlocked doors (including garage doors). These methods at times are occurring while the residents are home, which are called “sneak breaks”.
Police have increased patrols in your area and residents are encouraged to be vigilant, secure their homes and vehicles, record details of electronic equipment and photograph valuable items such as jewellery.
Below are some basic measures that can often be the most effective, such as securing doors and windows, even when at home:

Install reliable

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As part of the Queensland Police Service’s continuing commitment to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) community it has rolled out an Online Learning Product (OLP) to all officers in time for International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
The learning tool helps officers by enhancing their understanding of:

Significant historical events that have impacted on the LGBTI community
Issues confronting the LGBTI community including discrimination, vilification, mental health and domestic and family violence
Legislation and QPS policy and guidelines specific to the LGBTI community
Effective communication and practical policing strategies to improve the delivery of a professional, non-discriminatory and accessible policing response
Internal and external support and referral service options for LGBTI clients.

While the training benefits all QPS members it has a particular focus for general duties officers, station client service officers and watch house staff who often engage with LGBTI persons during sensitive and vulnerable situations.
The QPS is committed to ensuring that, as

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Police are advising residents of Inner West residential units and apartment blocks, (particularly in the suburbs of Indooroopilly and Taringa), that thieves are currently targeting vehicles and property located in residential underground and communal residential garages.
The offenders are gaining access either through unsecured garage doors or by following a vehicle into the garage, once the door had been remotely opened.
Once inside the offenders target both unlocked and locked vehicles by simply opening an unlocked door or forcing entry to locked vehicle, to steal visible valuable and attractive items such as wallets, handbags, mobile phones, laptops, cash, garage remotes etc.
The offenders are also stealing bicycles and other attractive items located within garage storage areas.
Police are urging residents to reassess their garage security, by utilising the following tips:

Close any communal doors that are open or unattended.
Don’t prop doors open, including internal and external garage doors.
Don’t lend garage keys or remotes to anyone.
Make

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