It’s only two days now until Christmas Day and also a time when you will notice more people shopping for those last minute Christmas gifts or food items for a special breakfast, lunch or dinner.
People shopping or visiting family and friends means more motorists on our roads and drivers who may be unfamiliar with new areas.
Road safety and crime prevention is important all year round, although at Christmas time it’s paramount that everyone remembers the Fatal Five and secures property, vehicles and homes, including when you may be socialising at a backyard BBQ or relaxing at a holiday destination.
New gifts of electronic devices, power tools, jewellery and other items may be treasured by recipients and will come with their own ID of an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number, serial number or other description.
Keep a record of these important details and create your own inventory for insurance purposes and assisting police if we need to investigate any property crime related offences.
You can find more helpful crime prevention tips here.
Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.
Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.
For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.