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Police crackdown on antisocial behaviour to make Maryborough safer
Police activity is ramping up in the Maryborough CBD, as part of the Queensland Government’s plan to make the community safer, and crack down on antisocial behaviour.
It is one of the ways the Queensland Government is backing our police to deliver for Maryborough, with high-visibility police patrols deterring antisocial behaviour and restoring safety where you live.
The increased patrols launched in late July, following the Queensland Government’s first community workshop where locals raised concerns about rampant antisocial behaviour.
Since July 31 almost 70 people have been arrested for offences including public nuisance, trespassing, drug possession, stealing and assault.
Officers are engaging with local businesses and have also conducted 336 street checks, issued 24 move-on directions and 274 wandings, with 7 dangerous weapons taken off the streets of Maryborough.
The recent police activity is part of the roll out of a local taskforce’s action plan, with mental health and housing support also being offered to help curb antisocial behaviour.
The Queensland Government is also restoring safety where you live and arresting the Youth Crime Crisis with the Making Queensland Safer Laws, early intervention and rehabilitation.
Premier David Crisafulli said the Queensland Government was delivering a fresh start for Queenslanders, exactly as promised.
“We are making Maryborough safer with more police and stronger laws to help curb antisocial behaviour in the CBD,” Premier Crisafulli said.
“We are listening to the Maryborough community and acting, we are committed to restoring safety where you live.
“While we are seeing crime down and victim numbers down, there is much more to be done to make Queensland safer, and we remain committed to delivering the fresh start we promised.”
Member for Maryborough John Barounis said the high-visibility police patrols were about restoring safety, supporting local businesses and deterring antisocial behaviour.
“After hearing from locals at our community forum the Queensland Government acted quickly, with police ramping up patrols to make our streets safer,” Mr Barounis said.