Crime Report

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Traffic crash, Bongaree

Police were called to Goodwin Drive at Bongaree after three pedestrians were struck by a vehicle at approximately 11.50am. Preliminary inquiries indicate a ute was travelling north-west on Goodwin Drive when it struck the three pedestrians who were crossing the road in front of the shopping centre. A woman and two young children were transported to hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries. The 95-year-old male driver was transported to hospital as a precaution and was subsequently released. Investigations are ongoing.

Bongaree

Between October 9 and October 13, a residence at Dolphin Drive, Bongaree was entered, and jewellery stolen, with the offenders trashing the premises. It is unknown how entry was gained to the home.

Be aware of your

surroundings – allow emergency vehicles to pass Senior Constable Jo Arthur These days, vehicles are built to keep out the outside noise and it can be difficult to hear what is going on outside of your car bubble. For those you like to crank up the stereo and sing loudly it is just something further to detract from the outside world. Recently a driver in Moreton did just that, preventing a police vehicle from passing while they were responding to an urgent job with lights and sirens. Another unit arrived at the urgent location first and advised the matter was in hand. The driver blocking police was unaware of the police vehicle attempting to pass as he had loud music playing. The 40-year-old man from Narangba received a traffic infringement for $335 and three demerit points. Police are reminding all motorists to stay focused and aware of your surroundings, especially when there is an emergency services vehicle approaching with their lights and sirens activated. Emergency vehicles fitted with lights and sirens have the right of way when attending to emergent situations. The ability for an emergency vehicle to respond in a timely manner and gain a few extra seconds could be the difference in saving a person’s life. Pull over safely, move carefully out of the way and stop. Do not continue to drive on the edge of the road, and don’t panic. Failing to move out of the path of an emergency vehicle incurs a $335 fine and three demerit points. Cranking up the stereo can also incur a fine of $230. Drive looking down the road, looking in front and behind, not just at the end of your bonnet.

And remember, the next emergency vehicle you see on their way to a job could be on their way to help someone you love.

Other 3 Assault 5 Unlawful Entry 17 Other Property Damage 5 Unlawful Use of Motor Vehicle 6 Other Theft (excl. Unlawful Entry) 31

Drug Offences 8

Good Order Offences 3

Traffic & Related Offences 17