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The Queensland Police Service (QPS) wants visitors and international students to enjoy their stay in Queensland. If you are involved in a crime, witness a crime, or feel unsafe, you can talk to a Queensland police officer. You can approach a police officer on the street or go to a local police station.
The Queensland Police uniform is blue with a badge on each shoulder. There are 2 types of uniforms you may see our officers wearing: a dark blue uniform, and a light blue uniform (see images below).
If you are in a public place and are approached by police, you may be required to supply your name and address, so it is a good idea to carry photo identification (such as a passport) with you.
Contacting police
For urgent matters, contact police via:
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Emergency - triple zero (000)
For non urgent matters, contact police via:
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Policelink - 131 444
- Your local police station
Our officers are easily recognisable and have 2 different uniforms.
This is the front of the dark blue uniform with an officer wearing a load bearing vest. There is also a light blue uniform.
The Qld Police emblem is in full view, as well as the officer's name tag.
If you are ever unsure if you are dealing with an officer, please ask to see their identification.
We also have Police Liaison Officers who are employed to establish and maintain a positive rapport between culturally specific communities.
Police Liaison Officers wear the same uniform (dark blue and light blue as seen here) but have yellow epaulettes to easily identify them.
During special events, or to increase visibility, our officers can also wear high visibility vests.
These vests are usually worn over the existing uniform.
We have a variety of vehicles, but the most visible are our marked vehicles.
This is an example of one of our marked police cars with the lights on.
If you see this, you must move out its path as soon as you can do so safely.
Our members are here to help you.
If you are in trouble or need help, please approach a member of the Qld Police Service and ask for help.
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