Police pause to remember fallen colleagues

Friday 29 September is National Police Remembrance Day and our police paused today to  pay tribute to the 145 fallen Queensland Police Service Officers.

At a service held at the Cathedral of Saint Stephen in Brisbane's CBD, Police Commissioner Ian Stewart  highlighted the inherent risks faced by police officers every day as they provide for the safety and security of Queensland and acknowledged the tireless work of all QPS members, across a diverse state.

“Our thoughts are with the families, friends and colleagues of those officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice as we honour their memories on National Police Remembrance Day,” Commissioner Stewart said.

 “The QPS operates 24 hours-a-day, 365 days-a-year; and we have at least 15,000 interactions with the public every day, with each police officer swearing an oath to protect and serve the community,”

“There are times however, when no matter how dedicated, committed and courageous our officers are, they face unbeatable odds.

“Police Remembrance Day not only allows us to pay tribute to such officers but it presents an opportunity to recognise the bravery and dedication of past and present officers.
 
“Tragically this year, we lost Senior Constable Brett Forte. I know his loss will still be raw for many of his family, friends and colleagues and today will stir those emotions once again.

“We will keep his memory alive and continue to support his family.”


This year also marks the anniversary of the deaths of the following police officers, whom we honour and remember:

• 10 years since Constable Brett Irwin of the Ferny Grove Police Station was shot when serving a warrant at a Keperra home on July 18, 2007.
• 20 years since Sergeant Leonard Hooper of the Fortitude Valley Criminal Investigation Branch was killed by an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound during a property raid in Herston on August 3, 1997.
• 30 years since Senior Constable Peter Kidd of the Tactical Response Group was shot in a raid in Virginia, Brisbane on July 29, 1987.
• 30 years since Senior Constable Ashley P. Anderson of Broadbeach Police Station was killed in a traffic incident at Carrara on June 26, 1987.
• 30 years since Senior Constable Paul A. Wegner of Brisbane Mobile Patrol was killed in a traffic incident at Deagon on December 28, 1987.
• 40 years since Inspector James M. Walsh of Moorooka Police Station collapsed and died of a heart attack while involved in a scuffle at Camp Hill on May 25, 1977.
• 40 years since Constable 1/c Robin E. Seefeld was killed in a traffic incident at Bundaberg on July 25, 1977.
• 50 years since Senior Sergeant James O’Hara of Woolloongabba Police Station collapsed and died while making an arrest at South Brisbane on May 27, 1967.
• 60 years since Constable Leslie Smith of Fortitude Valley Police Station was killed in a traffic incident at Goodna on December 6, 1957.
• 70 years since Constable Douglas Nicol of Ipswich Police Station died in hospital after sustaining injuries in a riding accident.
• 70 years since Sergeant 1/c Arthur Neden of Redbank Police Station collapsed and died after a struggle during an arrest at Redbank.
• 120 years since Constable Richard Roots of Coen Police Station was killed in a mine tunnel collapse on September 25, 1897.
• 130 years since Senior Constable William Considine of Arrilalah Police Station died from injuries sustained from a horse riding accident on February 18, 1887.
• 150 years since Constable Patrick Cahill and Constable John Power were shot and robbed during the execution of their duties at the Mackenzie River crossing.

This year marks 100 years since the deaths of six officers who died on active service during the First World War. We remember:

• Sergeant Peter Mulvie
• Lance Corporal Archibald J. Curvey
• Private Henry M. McLean
• Private John Graham
• Corporal Oswald H. Goodrich
• 2^nd Lieutenant Patrick Devine

In addition, Sergeant 1/c Theodore Reinhold Herman was added to the honour roll this year. He died in 1950 while arresting multiple offenders.

Blue ribbons are available from any police station for a small donation and the proceeds will go towards charities, Queensland Police Legacy and Community Supporting Police.

 (Source and photo credit : Neighbourhood Watch Queensland blog article posted Sep 29, 2017 @ 2:22pm)

Safe Schoolies Event

Do you have a student who wants to go to schoolies in 2017 or 2018 or know someone who does?

You may be interested in the safe schoolies event run by the North Brisbane District Crime Prevention Unit and supported by Blue Light QLD.

There will be a free parents and students seminar held by Police on helping your school leavers to experience a safe schoolies.

There will be a variety of information presented by guest speakers who will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

DATE: Thursday 19th October 2017

TIME: 7 pm

PLACE: Sky Lounge, Kedron Wavell RSL, 21 Kittyhawk Drive (off Hamilton Road),                             Chermside

Light refreshments will be provided.

Bookings are essential.

For further information or to reserve your place by 16th October please contact 07 3364 3313.

(Source: Neighbourhood Watch Queensland blog article posted  Sep 27, 2017 @ 1:51pm)

Protecting your property from theives

 If your car or contents were stolen or damaged, the effects upon your family, work or finances can be costly.

Police advise that when something is stolen from your vehicle it is usually a crime of opportunity.

By leaving your valuables in view or having poor vehicle security this invites unwanted attention to your vehicle.

By taking a few extra precautions when at home or when out and about you can significantly lower this type of crime in your suburb.

• Never leave your keys in the ignition when not in your car, even your driveway at home
• Always lock car doors and windows
• Consider and electronic immobiliser for your vehicle
• Never leave valuables such as mobile phones, handbags, GPS or spare change in plain view, even when parked at home.
• Always try to park your vehicle in a well-lit or populated area and try to avoid parking your vehicle on the street at night.

 Police say the majority of offenders they apprehend for theft from vehicles admit they just keep checking car doors and look inside the vehicle to see what they can take easily.

If you see a crime happening in the area please call 000.

It is important for police to be able to get there as soon as possible if offenders are still at the scene.


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.

(Source: Neighbourhood Watch Queensland blog article posted 22 Sep 17 at 1.16 pm
 

Sad news regarding Warring Geddes

We are very very sad to advise that Warring Geddes passed away on 30th August, 2017 and offer our sincere condolences to Heather and her family.

A Celebration of Warring's Life will be held at St. Francis Anglican Church, 68 Cavendish Street, Nundah on Wednesday, 13th September, 2017, commencing at 11.00 a.m.

Behind the Crime - The Gable Tostee Investigation and Trial

Behind the Crime is an initiative of Community Supporting Police Inc. and the Queensland Police Service. All monies raised through this fundraising initiative go to support 

all members of the QPS and their families.

On Friday 8 September 2017, Behind the Crime will present:

The Gable Tostee Investigation and Trial

Presenter: Detective Sergeant Adam Riley of the Homicide Investigations Unit

This presentation will look at the investigation surrounding the death of Warriena Wright after falling from the apartment of Gable Tostee. We will discuss the circumstances of the case, how murder can be charged based on these circumstances, the identification of the digital evidence that was pivotal in the case and the subsequent trial in which he was acquitted of murder.

Date: Friday 8 September 2017

Place: Gerhmann Theatre of the Brisbane Girls’ Grammar School, Gregory Tce – off street parking available.

Time: 6.45 pm

Cost: $25 per adult or $20 adult student/adult concession (children are not permitted)

More Information:  Sergeant Kate Bailey at btc@csp.asn.au

Conditions:  Cameras, mobile phones, videos and other audio and visual recording devices are not permitted.  These presentations contain adult themes, therefore children (under the age of 18 years), will not be permitted entry.

PAYMENT METHODS

• Pay online using credit card or Paypal payment, please go to http://csp.asn.au/store/ and follow the links.
• If you wish to pay at the door, please email your name to btc@csp.asn.au. They need accurate attendance numbers for catering purposes. Once they hear from you, your name will be on the attendee list and will be confirmed at the door. 

(Source:  Neighbourhood Watch Queensland (North Brisbane) blog article posted 5 Sep 2017 at 11.31 am)