Police have charged more than 1400 people following a major 18-month operation targeting the transport network across southeast Queensland.
Operation Whiskey Course has involved high-visibility patrols at bus hubs across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Logan, Moreton and Ipswich between April 2023 and November 2024.
During the blitz, Police located and seized 417 unlawful weapons.
Among them was an 18-year-old man who was stopped at Broadbeach South tram station on November 28.
The man was initially stopped for not paying his fare before officers informed him he would be wanded.
The man admitted to possessing a knife which was seized by officers, before he was charged with possessing a knife in a public place.
In total, 1,436 people were charged in relation to offences including weapons and drugs offences, outstanding warrants, breaches of bail and more.
Acting Deputy Commissioner Mark Kelly said that the safety of commuters is a priority for the QPS.
“With summer school holidays underway we know our transport networks will be as busy as ever, and all commuters and transport staff deserve to move about our state safely,” Acting Deputy Commissioner Mark Kelly said.
“Operation Whiskey Course is conducted on overtime, meaning it’s extra patrols on top of our 24/7 policing efforts, aiming to disrupt and prevent anti-social and criminal behaviour.”
“Police and Translink staff will continue to prioritise high-visibility patrols across south-east busways, and bus hubs to keep our communities safe as they enjoy summer in Queensland.”
