Taskforce Guardian alongside local police have arrested 20 people on 64 charges, during an 11-day deployment to the Moreton district.
The rapid response State Flying Squad, dedicated to targeting high-risk youth offenders and boosting community safety efforts, worked alongside Youth Justice workers and local frontline police to locate alleged young offenders, conduct bail compliance monitoring and proactive patrols and engagements in high-risk locations.
From April 22 to May 1, the Taskforce arrested 18 juveniles on 60 charges and two adults on four charges, in relation to offences including assault occasioning bodily harm, wilful damage, attempted robbery, stealing and unlawful use of a motor vehicle.
High visibility patrols were conducted at public transport stations and shopping centres at locations including Kallangur, Petrie and Lawnton, Mango Hill, North Lakes, Deception Bay, North Lakes and Strathpine.
Taskforce Guardian also works with key support services and local resources to engage at-risk young people with relevant programs and services, focusing on health, education, disability services and First Nations initiatives.
Moreton District Officer Acting Chief Superintendent Adam Guild said the operation was ultimately focused on keeping the community safe.
“Having the Taskforce in Moreton has bolstered our frontline, allowing police to conduct targeted activities to disrupt and prevent youth offending,” A/Chief Superintendent Guild said.
“From patrols allowing police and youth workers to engage with local youth, intervene early and refer those in need to appropriate support services, to locating and arresting recidivist offenders to help seek justice for victims.
“Moreton police want our communities to feel safe in knowing police are doing all they can to tackle this challenging and complex issue.”
Second clip: During patrols of a Strathpine shopping centre, police intercepted a vehicle that was in an unsafe and defective condition and being driven erratically.
A 17-year-old Bray Park boy was issued an infringement notice and defective vehicle repair notice.
Third clip: Police officers arrest a 16-year-old Zillmere girl, who has been charged with two counts of assault occasioning bodily harm.
