Multiple Drink Driving Offences in Chermside Police Operation

Police detected six drink driving offences during a targeted operation on Gympie Road, Chermside on Friday, November 1, 2024.



The operation, which involved officers from Hendra, Boondall and Stafford Stations alongside North Brisbane Highway Patrol, conducted 707 Random Breath Tests (RBT) and Random Drug Tests (RDT).

Blood alcohol readings among the offenders ranged from 0.053 to 0.143.

The operation also resulted in one drug driving detection. A separate driver was charged with possession of dangerous drugs, failing to properly dispose of needle and syringe, and possession of tainted property. Another motorist was charged with obstructing police.

Officers issued five additional infringement notices for offences including unlicensed driving and unregistered vehicles.

Police have advised that traffic operations and patrols will increase in the North Brisbane area as year 12 students finish school and holiday periods approach.



The Queensland Police Service continues its efforts to reduce road fatalities by targeting the ‘Fatal Five’: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue, and distraction.

Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads

Published 8-November-2024