Residents within the Mackay Whitsunday Police District will now be able to request a Mobile Police Beat be deployed to their local communities as part of the Queensland Police ‘Bring the Beat’ engagement program which has seen success across other parts of the state.
Known as the ‘police station on wheels’, Queensland Police say the program has been helping inform police where members of the community would like to see them, and giving officers on the ground more opportunities to discuss crime prevention in their neighbourhoods.
Mackay region community members are now able to request a Mobile Police Beat to their nominated location through submitting a form online through their local myPolice webpage.
Mackay Whitsunday Police District Officer Superintendent Dean Cavanagh said this agile and high-visibility presence will allow residents to play a more active role in the safety and security on their streets.
“The ‘Bring the Beat’ program provides greater access to the community, allowing police to be present in hotspots where they are able to respond swiftly where needed,” Supt Cavanagh said.
“The Mobile Police Beat will be able to provide instant access to police at large events and in high traffic areas where we can engage most with residents.
“Not only will this give the public greater access to police services when and where they are needed, but it will give the community the opportunity to discuss local crime issues, and learn about how they can enhance their own security.
“We look forward to building on the success we’ve seen across the state and how we can look to further expand this within the Mackay Whitsunday District.”
Requests for deployments of the Mobile Police Beat will be considered in line with operational demands and current intelligence, Queensland Police said in a statement.
