School has started back this week bringing with it an increase in traffic, especially at peak times. We have quite a bit of road work underway in town with some road closures and diversions in place. I ask that everyone exercise patience, allowing a little more time than usual for your school and work commute, so that we can avoid any road rage incidents and crashes.
Entry to Wilson street from the Victoria street end is blocked off, yet we have had cars enter onto the wrong side of the traffic island into the one way lane, especially to get to the Warehouse. This puts you and other drivers at risk, encourages others to repeat the behaviour and could result in a fine if you are caught. Respect road closures and use the signposted diversions.
Cambridge Pathway Project, Wilson Street.
In good news, a few weeks ago I commended the actions of a group of young men who helped an elderly lady after she fell in Shakespeare street. Following that column, one of the youth involved came in to the station and made themselves known to us, enquiring as to the welfare of the lady. Thanks again to them for their kind actions.
Last week, a male who had a warrant out for his arrest was seen by police walking on Victoria street. While the patrol made a U-turn, he attempted to run away and hide. Luckily a member of the public saw what was happening and pointed officers to a nearby shop, resulting in the male being located. The male tried to escape and resisted the arrest, pushing our officers, but was restrained and taken into custody to go back before the courts. We appreciated the assistance from the public.
A further word of warning about scammers. The latest report we have had involved the victim selling items on Facebook marketplace. One ‘purchaser’ agreed to buy an item, saying they would pay for the item and postage through courier post. They sent the seller a QR code to access to complete the transaction. When that would not work, the sent the victim a link which she clicked on. As the seller later went to complete the sale and post the item, they realised that the link to access the ‘purchaser’s’ address no longer worked. They subsequently realised that money had been transferred out from their bank account without permission. This is a reminder not to click on any links sent to you by random people. Payment online especially would not require a seller to take such steps to complete a purchase. Scammers are cunning so we have to be extra cautious.
Senior Constable Deb Hann – On the Beat
