Operation Whiskey Legion will return to Logan for the final deployment in 2024, marking the third time the major policing initiative has been deployed in Logan since its state-wide launch in April.
The seven-day operation, running from December 4 to 10, caps off a year of targeted crime prevention and enforcement that has already seen 4,624 people charged with 11,515 offences across Queensland.
With insights gained from previous deployments, Logan police will lead the operation, strategically coordinating resources to disrupt crime hotspots and prevent offending.
Specialist police from the Mounted Unit, Water Police, Highway Patrol, Crime and Intelligence Command, the Rail Squad, Mounted Unit Water Police and Crime Prevention will join forces with local officers to tackle high-risk offences across the district.
The operation will focus on road safety, domestic and family violence (DFV), property offences, repeat offenders, offences against people, while also engaging with the community to provide crime prevention advice and promote public safety initiatives.
Acting Deputy Commissioner Mark Kelly said Operation Whiskey Legion demonstrates the QPS’s ongoing commitment to keeping Queenslanders safe.
“Since April, OWL has delivered strong results, holding 3,955 adults and 669 youths to account for their actions.
“These deployments are about taking a proactive approach to crime prevention, with targeted operations supporting the daily efforts of our frontline officers across the state,” Acting Deputy Commissioner Kelly said.
Acting Chief Superintendent Craig Morrow from Crime Intelligence Command said community engagement in OWL operations is so valuable and plays an important role in the deployment.
“Since OWL began, officers have had more than 48,659 proactive interactions with members of the community, and 7,226 interactions with businesses, providing crime prevention advice and building trust.
“A comprehensive approach will also have a vital role in supporting victims of crime and keeping them updated on the progress of investigations. Since April, officers have engaged with 5,237 victims of crime – providing 545 referrals.
“With the operation’s return to Logan, we anticipate similarly positive outcomes as we work to strengthen safety and reduce crime in the district,” Acting Chief Superintendent Morrow said.
Acting Chief Superintendent Brendan Smith, Logan District Officer, said the operation builds on the strong foundation of local policing efforts.
“This deployment will target high-priority issues, while conducting highly visible patrols across the district.
“We encourage the community to interact with our officers at mobile police beats and engagement events, where they can learn more about crime prevention and community safety initiatives.
“This final OWL deployment for 2024 is a testament to the dedication of Logan’s officers to protect Queenslanders, support victims, and bring offenders to justice,” Acting Chief Superintendent Smith said.
Operation Whiskey Legion will run across Logan from December 4 to 10, focusing on enhancing community safety, disrupting crime, and building trust through community engagement.
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