Can you help identify these people? Edge Hill/Whitfield area
Police are appealing for public assistance to help identify the people in these images. It is believed the pair was in the Whitfield and Edge Hill area between 3am and 4am on August 31. Police believe...
View ArticleJust who are the detectives?
It’s been a busy day at work – after which there is just no place like home. It’s your treasured opportunity to take a break from the day and catch up on what’s been happening in other people’s worlds....
View ArticleAdopt-a-Cop winners announced
Final judging has taken place for the Adopt-a-Cop of the year award following the submission of nominations from schools, parents and police across the state. The annual Adopt-a-Cop of the year award...
View ArticleCairns weekend media wrap
Boy charged over Townsville and Cairns property offences: A 12-year-old boy was charged yesterday following investigations into a string of offences committed between Townsville and Cairns over the...
View ArticleSecure it, record it and mark it
Following the location of large quantities of stolen property by police in recent weeks, Police are issuing a timely reminder for the entire community; SECURE IT: ensure your property is secure...
View ArticleBeaches burglary charges prompt a wake-up call to residents
Smithfield detectives, assisted by their Mossman colleagues, arrested and charged a 34-year-old Manoora man yesterday as part of an investigation into burglary offences at a Port Douglas resort...
View ArticleDust off your clubs for the Crime Stoppers Corporate Golf Day
It’s that time again when all golfers are encouraged to dust off their golf clubs for the annual Corporate Golf Day at the Half Moon Bay Golf Club at Yorkeys Knob to help raise much needed funds for...
View ArticlePolice Officer of the Year Award – July monthly winner announced.
The first monthly winner in the running for the Police Officer of the Year Award has been awarded to Tactical Crime Officer Senior Constable Glen Buckle. July winner – Senior Constable Glen Buckle...
View ArticleCairns overnight media wrap
Man charged over CBD bag snatch: An 18-year-old North Cairns man was arrested and charged yesterday afternoon following investigations into the alleged theft of a bag from a man on Monday night. It...
View ArticleBoaties are reminded of their obligations to help distressed vessels
Officer in Charge Cairns Water Police Sergeant Andrew Ibell and Regional Harbour Master Mr Michael Barnett Two major marine searches during the weekend in the Far Northern District have prompted...
View ArticleLast chance booking for tonights recruiting seminar – September 17
A/Sergeant Russell Parker It’s your last chance to book a seat for the police recruiting seminar tonight with local police recruiting officer, Acting Sergeant Russell Parker. Anyone who’s ever...
View ArticleCairns overnight media wrap
Fraud charges, Dimbulah: Edmonton detectives yesterday charged a 27-year-old Gordonvale male following investigations into the alleged use of fraudulent cheques. Police will allege that the man made a...
View ArticleDog Squad fetches a smile for Adrian
Adrian Forbes and the team from the Cairns Dog Squad Several weeks ago police received a special request to help fulfil the dream of local young man Adrian Forbes. When asked by his case worker what...
View ArticleFar North District National Police Remembrance Day Ceremonies September 27th
National Police Remembrance Day on September 29 marks the day the Queensland Police Service, joins other Australian police jurisdictions to stop and honour fallen officers. The Queensland Police...
View ArticleVehicle Watch for Cairns and surrounding areas – September 18
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a number of vehicles stolen throughout the Far North. Several of the vehicles listed below were stolen while the victims were at home. Keys, mobile...
View ArticleCairns overnight media wrap
Man charged over I.D. theft and fraud, Cairns: Detectives charged a 45-year-old White Rock man yesterday morning following investigations into a number of fraud matters. It will be alleged that the...
View ArticleFND Police Officer of the Year monthly award for August
A/Senior Sergeant Erin Shawcross Far North District Officer, Chief Superintendent Paul Taylor in June announced the Far North District (FND) Police Officer of the Year awards were open to members of...
View ArticleRegistrations open for the 2013 NHW State Rally in Ipswich
Calling on all members of the community wishing to attend the 2013 Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) Queensland State Rally in Ipswich on November 2, to book your place. The Far Northern Police District have...
View ArticleCairns overnight media wrap
Burglary offence, Kanimbla: Police are investigating a burglary offence that occurred at a McFarlane Drive residence on Tuesday afternoon. The resident left the dwelling shortly before 3pm and...
View ArticleLocal police supporting McHappy Day on Saturday November 9
Gordonvale Police will be supporting the Gordonvale store again this year as part of McHappy Day Local officers from Cairns, Smithfield and Gordonvale have lined up to help staff and other members of...
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