Blue Heart Medals awarded at South Brisbane District police ceremony
Three officers received Blue Heart Medals at a South Brisbane District awards ceremony recognising bravery, critical incident responses and long service.
Officers have been recognised for their service and bravery at a South Brisbane District awards ceremony, with three Blue Heart Medals awarded to officers involved in separate critical incidents, Queensland Police Service said. The medal recognises officers who have been severely injured while carrying out their duties.
A Senior Constable shot during a disturbance in Annerley on 10 January 2025 received a Blue Heart Medal and a Queensland Police Valour Medal. A Constable who attended the initial incident also received a Queensland Police Valour Medal for bravery in a highly dangerous and unprecedented situation.
A Senior Constable stabbed during a suspicious vehicle intercept in Carole Park on 11 February 2024 received a Blue Heart Medal and the Commissioner's Certificate of Notable Action, after continuing to help with the man's arrest. He later contributed to best practice guidelines for high-risk vehicle extractions. Another Senior Constable, stabbed during an intercept of a man for shop stealing offences in Inala on 12 May 2019, was also awarded a Blue Heart Medal.
Five officers who responded to an active armed offender incident in Rochedale on 30 December 2024 were recognised. Two who arrived first and evacuated business staff received the Commissioner's Certificate of Notable Action, while three who provided life-saving tactical first aid received Assistant Commissioner's Certificates.
Three officers were recognised for the Wieambilla critical incident response and investigation. An Inala Child Protection and Investigation Unit detective received a District Officer's Certificate for Operation Boyde in 2025, an investigation into the alleged torture of an infant. Eleven members of the Bayside Property Crime team were also recognised over a series of break-ins affecting more than 40 businesses between March and May, after which a man was charged with 52 offences.
Four members received 40-year clasps, three received 35-year clasps and two received 30-year clasps.
Acting Chief Superintendent Thomas Armitt said: "Every day our local officers are putting on their uniform and attend situations that most people would instinctually walk away from." He thanked recipients for their courage, professionalism and commitment to service.
This report is based on information released by Queensland Police Service.