Category: Latest Queensland Police News – West Brisbane

Police are warning Inner West tradespeople to secure their tools and equipment after there has been a reported spike in the thefts from trade vehicles/trailers within the past 10 days.
The following Inner West Suburb locations have been targeted to date:

Toowong – Birdwood Terrace, Glen Road, Josling Street and Gregory Street
Bardon – Rainworth Road and Couldrey Street
Ashgrove – Yoku Road
Moggill – Outlook Place.

The stolen tools and equipment have been stolen from both trade vehicles (utilities) and trailers parked in residential driveways and on suburban streets, during both the day and at night.
It is evident that trade vehicles and trailers are being specifically targeted because of the large quantity and variety of valuable tools/equipment.
Police recommend the following physical protective measures in safely securing your tools and equipment:

Ensure that all tools are physically removed from visible sight
Ensure tools are securely locked away in a strong and durable box/cage, fitted with a strong quality

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A Queensland man is in hotel quarantine and is under investigation following an alleged border breach.
Police will allege the man travelled from Victoria (Tullamarine Airport) to Brisbane Airport yesterday morning.
As per the current border restrictions, the man returned from a declared COVID-19 hotspot and was placed into hotel quarantine.
Investigations have revealed that the man not only provided false information on his Queensland border declaration but also allegedly breached quarantine in Victoria.
The Queensland Police Service is committed to ensuring everyone complies with public health directions and will continue to enforce restrictions at the border.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
In 2019, more than 93 lives were lost, and 1,264 people were seriously injured in crashes involving drink or drug driving – that’s more than 40 per cent of total lives lost on our roads.
The casualty crash risk doubles when driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) just in excess of 0.05 and the risk of involvement in a fatal crash increases even more sharply.

How does alcohol/drugs affect the body?
Being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs affects both physical and mental functioning. It impairs judgement, memory, coordination and reaction time – all extremely important factors when you are driving.
Plan ahead and stay safe

If you plan to drink, plan to get home safely.

Organise a lift – designate a driver, or catch a taxi, rideshare or

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This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
In 2019, 68 lives were lost, and 2,193 people were seriously injured in crashes involving young adult drivers or riders (aged 16 to 24 years) – that’s almost one third of the total lives lost on Queensland roads.
Young drivers are more likely to engage in risk taking behaviour which can significantly increase their chance of a crash.
Taking a risk on the road can be a deadly decision for you, your passengers and other road users.

First responders know all too well the impacts of fatal crashes and the devastating impacts on victims, their families and our community. The experience of attending these scenes never leaves them.
Plan ahead and stay safe
Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Your actions behind the wheel can impact your life and the lives of

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This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
According to RACQ, only 52 per cent of Queenslanders service their cars at six- or 12-month intervals. While it may be tempting not to spend your hard-earned cash on maintaining your vehicle, by keeping it in good condition, you’re protecting yourself and other road users.
Simple safety checks only take a few minutes to complete:

Wipers – in the ‘Sunshine State’ it can be easy to forget, but it’s important to regularly check that the windscreen wipers and washers operate efficiently
Tyres – make sure you check your tyre pressures, conditions, tread wear and depth
Lights – make sure you’re visible on the road by checking your exterior lights are in good working condition
Brakes – if you notice noisy brakes, a spongy brake pedal or your car pulling to the

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This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
In 2019, 21 lives were lost, and 1,473 people were seriously injured on Queensland roads in crashes involving distracted drivers or riders.
If you’re travelling at 60km/h and take your eyes off the road for just two seconds, your vehicle will travel more than 33 metres. With the average person’s reaction time around 1.8 seconds, this means nearly four seconds can pass before a driver reacts to a hazard!
If you’re driving distracted, you are putting yourself and others at serious risk.
Distracted driving is caused by any activity that takes your attention off the road and could include taking your eyes off the road or your hands off the steering wheel. All types of distracted driving increase your risk of a car crash, major injury and even death.
Mobile

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This week is Queensland Road Safety Week and together with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) we’re committing to putting road safety first.
Road conditions can change due to a variety of factors from weather, animals, the environment, traffic and roadworks so it’s important to drive to the prevailing conditions.
This includes on our state’s rural roads, where there were 136 lives lost and 1,915 people seriously injured in 2019 – that’s more than 60% of total lives lost on our roads.
When driving on rural and remote roads, remember:

Reduce your speed before nearing the edge of the road and prepare for surface change – the edge may drop off or have loose stones.
If you’re driving towards the west, the afternoon sun can affect your vision. Consider this when planning your trip.
Keep an eye out for livestock and wildlife on or at the side of the road, especially at night. Slow

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Emergency alerts from Queensland Health have been issued for residents in multiple suburbs in the south, south-east and south-west of Brisbane.
The Chief Health Officer advises that residents that have been to locations related to the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre COVID-19 cluster should monitor their health and, if they develop even the mildest of COVID-19 symptoms, get tested.
The locations are listed here: Bit.ly/3gmGfh6
For more information on COVID-19 visit www.covid19.qld.gov.au
For health information and advice visit www.health.qld.gov.au

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It is with the greatest of sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved little brother, Special Junior Constable Travis Heery, who succumbed to his illness and sadly passed away on Sunday, August 16, with his beloved parents and family by his bed side.
In December 2019, Travis was diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), an incurable, inoperable tumour of the brain stem which acts like “pepper in jelly”, slowly dispersing through the nervous system and removing the body’s ability to function.
Travis received 30 radiation treatments which successfully gave him full motion back and for two blissful months, Travis got to be a normal six year old boy again.
Special Junior Constable Travis Indie Heery | September 27, 2013 – August 16, 2020
Tragically, the tumour returned a lot more rapidly than expected and entered a state of degenerative progression.
At the time of his passing, Travis was six years

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Break and enter dwelling
The total number of burglaries in the Inner West Patrol Group this past week was seven.

Suburb
Street
Time
Entry method
Property stolen
Date

Toowong
Maryvale Street
Night

Forced entry to front door
SNEAK BREAK
Handbag, cards and house keys
10/08/2020

Toowong
Maryvale Street
Between times

Forced entry to key box and keys used to enter dwelling
SNEAK BREAK
Wallet, cards, keys, garage remote and alcohol
10/08/2020

Toowong
Maryvale Street
Night
Forced entry to front door
Alcohol
10/08/2020

Kenmore
Alkina Street
Between dates
Unknown
Nil

02/08/2020
to
11/08/2020

Everton Park
Miller Parade
Day
Unknown
Cash and jewellery
13/08/2020

Indooroopilly
Usher Street
Between times
Reached through unlocked window and unlocked front door
Game console

14/08/2020
to
15/08/2020

Moggill
Beaufort Crescent
Night
Unlocked front door
Cards and keys

15/08/2020
to
16/08/2020

Steal from premises
The total number of ‘steal from premises’ (businesses, schools, garages, etc) this past week was 11.

Suburb
Street
Time
Type
Date

Mount Glorious
Mount Glorious Road
Between dates
Vacant dwelling

03/08/2020
to
10/08/2020

Toowong
Maryvale Street
Early morning
Residential unit block

10/08/2020
 

Indooroopilly
Central Avenue
Evening
Garage to residential dwelling
13/08/2020

Indooroopilly
Moggill Road
Afternoon
Business
12/08/2020

Samford Village
School Road
Night
School tuck-shop
15/08/2020

Taringa
Hillsdon Road
Overnight
Business

14/08/2020
to
15/08/2020

Pinjarra Hills
Moggill Road
Between times
Riding school

14/08/2020
to
15/08/2020

Gaythorne
Prospect Road
Overnight
Garage to residential garage

12/08/2020
to
13/08/2020

Gaythorne
Prospect Road
Overnight
Garage to residential dwelling

12/08/2020
to
13/08/2020
 

Auchenflower
Dixon Street
Between times
Garage to residential dwelling

09/08/2020
to
10/08/2020
 

The Gap
Alutha Road
Overnight
Residential dwelling

13/08/2020
to
14/08/2020
 

Steal from

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