Community Safety On Two Wheels And Four Paws
Officers from the Northern Beaches Police Station, alongside the Mackay Dog Squad, hit the streets last week with their Mobile Police Beat and trail bikes to promote e-scooter safety.
Locals were encouraged to ask questions, share concerns, and learn more about responsible scooter use in shared spaces.
A highlight of the day was a visit to a local primary school, where Police Dog Barron became an instant celebrity. With tail wags and plenty of cuddles, Barron brought smiles to young faces while officers shared important safety messages with students.
High-Speed Driver Clocked At 180km/H
A 23-year-old Sarina man was pulled over in Erakala on August 2 after allegedly being clocked at 180km/h in a 100km/h zone on the Mackay Ring Road.
Highway Patrol officers issued the man a $1,919 fine, eight demerit points, and an automatic six-month licence suspension. The Toyota Celica he was driving was also found to have illegal modifications, resulting in an additional $166 fine.
“Speed enforcement patrols will always be a priority on our State’s roads,” Sergeant Steve Smith, from the Mackay Crime Prevention Unit, said.
“Every driver must take responsibility for their speed in an effort towards making our roads as safe as possible.”
Last week, local police promoted road and e-scooter safety with community patrols and a school visit from PD Barron, while a Sarina man was fined and lost his licence after allegedly being caught driving 180km/h in a 100 zone. Photo source: Queensland Police Service
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