Gympie police launch phase two of Operation Redline
Gympie police have begun phase two of Operation Redline, urging residents and businesses to secure trailers and vehicles targeted by hooning-linked offenders.
Police have moved into Phase Two of Operation Redline, an effort to curb property crime linked to deliberate dangerous driving (hooning) across Gympie.
Gympie Police are working with local businesses to strengthen trailer and vehicle security, following recent reports of offenders targeting vehicles and trailers left on site outside business hours.
Residents and business owners with trailers, performance vehicles, off-road vehicles or other attractive targets are being asked to consider extra security measures, including:
- Fitting anti-theft nuts to wheels and a locking device to the trailer tow ball.
- Using wheel locks, locking devices and suitable immobilisers on vehicles.
- Chaining the trailer to a frame or solid structure.
- Storing vehicles and trailers in a locked shed or garage where possible, and removing property from trailers when not in use.
- Engraving trailers. Engravers can be borrowed free from Gympie Police Station, with a driver's licence required as proof of ID.
- Photographing the trailer or vehicle to help identify it if stolen.
- Installing or improving CCTV, particularly around storage areas, so it captures registration plates and approaches to the premises or home where practicable.
- Improving lighting around storage areas. Constant lighting is better, but sensor lighting is also a good deterrent.
- Making sure the trailer or vehicle is insured.
Police also ask people to report suspicious activity and attempted thefts to police in the first instance, not just on social media, and to record identifying details of vehicles or people seen acting suspiciously.
Anyone who witnesses deliberate dangerous driving or hooning is encouraged to report it. Information can be provided to Policelink using the online suspicious activity form, available 24 hours a day via the Policelink website.
Crime information can also be reported anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers Queensland website.
Police said every choice behind the wheel matters, and that driving under the influence, speeding, distracted or fatigued driving, and not wearing a seatbelt will not be tolerated.
This report is based on information released by Queensland Police Service.