Mark Boothman MP Blog - January 2017 - Police

A few days ago I wrote "again" to the Minister For Police to express the dismay of many residents about the antisocial behaviour on our streets across the North Gold Coast. Our Police resources are stretched beyond their limits. My colleague Sid Cramp Member for Gaven and I are not going away Minister. We will harass you every week as our communities are crying out for more Police resources. Click continue reading for the letter.

It seems some residents have a bit of spare cash and wish to destroy their tyres on a regular bases. If you do see this anti social behaviour, please contact the Police via the hoon hotline 13 4666 or Policelink 131 444.

Most people do the right thing, why should their lives be impacted on because there are those in our society who do the wrong thing. We should punish those who commit deplorable acts, not the innocent people having a good time.

Once again, I have written the Minister for Police requesting 30 additional Police Officers for The Northern Gold Coast. This will reduce the massive workload officers are currently subjected and allow better response times. Number one topic at my Community Roadsides is the lack of Police resources. Other issues raised are hooning and crime.

With violence becoming so prevalent, we need laws that meet community expectations, especially for our emergency service workers and those working in our schools and hospitals. For the most deplorable crimes, a matter many residents have been passionate about, justice should reflect severity of the crime and life should be life in prison.