Mackay police are cracking down on antisocial behaviour in the CBD through Operation Pioneer.
Officers from Mackay and Mounted Police have been patrolling Mackay CBD, shopping centres, parks, and community events and engaging with local business owners in addition to business-as-usual policing and responding to calls for service.
Since Operation Pioneer commenced in December, Police have also conducted 506 street checks, issued 29 move on directions, and arrested 61 people for public nuisance, possession of drugs, and other offences.
Local officers have also engaged with over 400 businesses, and 1,325 people.
Mackay Whitsunday District Officer Superintendent Dean Cavanagh said patrolling officers have had a number of positive conversations with business owners and community members this week.
“Our local police and Mounted Police Unit have looked to proactively maintain public spaces that can be enjoyed by everyone through engaging with local business and owners as well as residents to make the community be safe and feel safe,” said Superintendent Cavanagh.
“Ongoing operations and high visibility patrols such as this week’s Mackay CBD operation is one example of our commitment to proactive and targeting action to enforce and engage.
“We will continue to work closely with our community to ensure support is given to those need it.”
