SOUTH AUSTRALIA POLICE KEEPING SA SAFE. South Australia Police Annual Report

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1 SOUTH AUSTRALIA POLICE KEEPING SA SAFE South Australia Police Annual Report

2 enior Executive Group Senior Executive Group Mal Hyde John White Graeme Barton Madeleine Glynn Denis Patriarca Gary Burns Commissioner of Police Deputy Commissioner of Police Retired 31/3/07 Assistant Commissioner Protective Security Service Transfered to Northern Operations Service 11/5/07 Assistant Commissioner Crime Service Transfered to Southern Operations Service 11/12/06 Director Business Service Assistant Commissioner Northern Operations Service Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police 1/4/07 Garry Dickie Tony Harrison Peter Menzies Bryan Fahy Grant Stevens Bronwyn Killmier Director Information Systems Assistant Commissioner Southern Operations Service Director Human Resources Service Assistant Commissioner Project Compass Assistant Commissioner Operations Support Service Appointed Assistant Commissioner Protective Security Service and Technology Service Transfered to Transfered to 11/5/07 Crime Service Performance Management 11/12/06 and Reporting Service 15/2/07

3 Contents South Australia Police Police Headquarters 30 Flinders Street Adelaide SA 5000 Telephone (08) Facsimile (08) Internet Part 01Contents The Hon Paul Holloway, MLC Minister for Police Terrace Towers Level 9, 178 North Terrace Adelaide SA 5000 Pursuant to section 75 of the Police Act 1998, I have pleasure in submitting my report on the activities of the South Australia Police for the financial year ended 30 June Malcolm Hyde COMMISSIONER OF POLICE SOUTH AUSTRALIA 28 September 2007 CONTENTS... 1 COMMISSIONER S FOREWORD... 2 STRATEGIC FOCUS... 4 ORGANISATIONAL CHART... 6 SAPOL SERVICE STRUCTURE... 7 LOCAL SERVICE AREA MAP... 8 SERVICE DELIVERY OUTCOMES... 9 Overview... 9 Reducing Crime... 9 Community Satisfaction Road Safety EVENTS AND ISSUES...14 REForMS...19 OPERATIONAL SERVICE DELIVERY...23 Program 1: Public Order Program 2: Crime Prevention Program 3: Road Safety Program 4: Emergency Response and Management Key Issue: Terrorism Program 5: Criminal Justice Services APPENDICES...57 Contents

4 Commissioner s Foreword Part 02Commissioner s Foreword Our effectiveness in identifying offenders and crashes. Initial results from police tests of 10 Maintaining the public s confidence, trust and preventing crime in this way has been 097 drivers in the reporting period shows 282 satisfaction is an essential requirement of significantly enhanced. Legislative reform based testing positive to prohibited drugs. policing. SAPOL has an enviable reputation for In SAPOL again adopted an active and innovative approach to understanding and responding to broader and more local community safety concerns. In our aim to prevent, as well as respond to community safety problems, this reporting period featured some significant achievements resulting from proactive policing activity and legislative reform. Over the last year, SAPOL reported crime figures show a slight increase. However, in terms of a consistent crime reduction trend, since there has been a total 16.4% reduction in victim based reported crime, with some areas such as residential burglary showing very significant reductions. Maintaining a low crime rate is important in meeting South Australia s Strategic Plan crime reduction target and community wellbeing. As I previously reported, SAPOL has the authority to obtain DNA samples in certain circumstances to solve crimes. on SAPOL s 2006 submission to Government, resulted in the implementation of the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act 2007 (CL(FP)A) on 14 May The new Act has a number of features supporting more effective law enforcement, including increasing the number of offences for which DNA can be obtained, and eliminating some unnecessary administrative requirements. From 14 May 2007 to 30 June 2007 as a result of the legislative change, the number of DNA samples taken from suspect/offenders increased by 300%. Also, in support of the new legislation, SAPOL has made organisational system improvements, reengineering the processes supporting the DNA Management Unit to better manage DNA samples and profiles. Another key issue is road safety. Road safety is a major concern for everyone, Government, police and the wider road-user community. The targets in South Australia s Strategic Plan reflect a South Australian commitment to the National Road Safety goal to reduce the road toll and the number of serious injuries on South Australian roads. Police, along with other agencies, have a major commitment to achieving these targets, and since the introduction of the SAPOL Road Safety Strategy in the last reporting period, there have been some significant achievements from our perspective. Primarily, this is the reduction in fatalities from 147 in 2005 to 117 in 2006, indicating that the overall target of 90 by 2010 is achievable. The commencement of driver drug testing in South Australia in July 2006 was part of the program, since evidence shows that drivers taking drugs contribute to a significant number of fatal road We will continue to promote and deliver the strong police message that road safety is everyone s responsibility, and lower our tolerance for driver behaviour that creates a risk on the roads. Everyone in the community should be the same. Last year I reported on the phenomenon of recidivism, repeat offenders who commit much of our crime. Operation Mandrake is one initiative targeting offenders stealing cars and committing robberies. They also engage in high risk driving to avoid apprehension. This operation has been extremely successful in It has employed a strong focus on 2 early identification of groups of offenders and from there utilised a number of disruptive police tactics to contain or deter this type of serious offending. Additionally, Operation Mandrake provided information to the Social Inclusion Group inquiry chaired by Monsignor David Cappo into serious repeat offending by young people. For some time motor cycle gangs (MCGs) have been a concern. Some are directly linked to the perpetration of criminal offences and organised crime. Operation Avatar commenced in 2001 and became a permanently funded multi-disciplinary task force in In in response to the ongoing criminality of MCGs, SAPOL provided Government with detailed research on legislative options from within Australia and overseas, adapted to the needs of South Australia. In June 2007 the Government made a commitment to comprehensive legislative reform. New legislation will support the activities of a Crime Gangs Task Force to be created as a SAPOL Branch within Crime Service in the period. being a professional and ethical police service and enjoys the longstanding support and confidence of the community. I have previously reported that each year SAPOL measures its community satisfaction rating through an established survey criteria. In once again these very good results reflect the continued effort of all SAPOL personnel. The results on the integrity and professionalism of police are particularly pleasing, with SAPOL achieving the highest national rating for honesty (79.4%) and professionalism (84.2%) in this period. However, there is never any justification for complacency and we will continue to seek to improve our performance in every aspect of service delivery. The second major SAPOL reform program, Project Compass, also concluded in this reporting period, completing numerous significant corporate activities and structural changes, aimed at enhancing our crime prevention approach and organisational performance generally. Lastly, I would like to mention the retirement of Deputy Commissioner John White in March 2007 following a distinguished police career of 43 years. John served as an exemplar to others and set high standards of commitment and professionalism. His performance also highlights the value of our people and I acknowledge that they are our greatest asset, of which I and the community can justifiably be proud. Commissioner s Foreword

5 Strategic Focus Part Focus 03Strategic Police have continued to operate in an environment of enhanced State Government and Justice Portfolio strategic planning that reflects those important goals and priority areas. South Australia Police supports the revised plan for government in South Australia, South Australia s Strategic Plan and in particular Objective 2: Improving Wellbeing. This Objective features the Crime target which recognises that successful economies are based on strong, inclusive communities that have less crime and where people feel safe. Effective and professional policing services are essential to lowering crime rates and enhancing feelings of safety in the community. Our major contribution to achieving the goals established in South Australia s Strategic Plan Objectives are described in this report. OUR MISSION in emergency situations, coordinating and managing responses Our Mission of Working together to reassure and protect the to emergencies, regulating road use and preventing vehicle community from crime and disorder is a strong contribution collisions. to a safe environment for all South Australians to live, visit We do this by a consistent approach that delivers sustainable and conduct business. Through working in partnership with services. Over time, SAPOL has developed and implemented government agencies and community groups we can accomplish initiatives that support community safety under the guidance of the common goal of a safer community, providing many our Future Directions Strategy. The Future Directions Strategy opportunities for improved wellbeing continues to provide a guiding blueprint; charting our vision our course as a progressive and responsive organisation with an To achieve our Mission we have adopted an organisational Vision emphasis on achievement, directing our response to issues of of being held in the highest regard as a modern, motivated, concern to the community and providing the basis for meeting progressive and professional organisation responsive to the emerging challenges. community s needs and expectations. Our aim is to deliver the Our organisational framework, as defined in the Future Directions highest standard of service to the community. Strategy, is our Mission and Vision, Core Functions, the South Our Objectives Australia Policing Model, recognition of our strong and flexible leadership focus and eight Key Management Areas. The Justice Portfolio is developing a new strategic direction in support of South Australia s Strategic Plan. In the interim the The South Australia Policing Model has interdependent Justice Portfolio Strategic Plan - Taking Action remains in place components of Leadership, Problem Solving, Working Together, with four key goals to: Core Strategies and the Local Service Area (LSA) Structure. These are the structures and strategies that establish the link Ensure that all South Australians have access to between our policing principles and operating practices, to direct democratic, fair and just services; a problem solving approach to crime reduction and community Ensure that crime and disorder are dealt with effectively safety through an achievement culture. in our state; The eight Key Management Areas (KMAs) establish objectives Improve public safety through emergency prevention and and prioritise actions for SAPOL, underpinning operational management; and service delivery to the community and collectively contributing to sound business practice. These are Service Orientation, Excel in service delivery, innovation and government Working Together, Problem Solving, Ethics and Integrity, Valuing efficiency. Our People, Resource Management, Performance Management SAPOL plays a major role in the achievement of these goals, with and Continuous Improvement. Reporting against the eight Key our legislated responsibility (Core Functions) for upholding the Management Areas shown in the table is published in Appendix 1 law, preserving the peace, preventing crime, assisting the public on page 54. Corporate Business Planning The SAPOL Corporate Business Plan was the principal planning document for the organisation in this business period. The Plan is the primary means of implementing the Future Directions Strategy blueprint. It does this by providing a planning framework for a range of strategies that link our Core Functions to broad based service delivery outcomes for the community. Detailed information on SAPOL s service delivery against the Programs and Sub-Programs shown in the table published below. Programs Sub-Programs 1. Public Order 1.1 Police Response Services 1.2 Event Management 2. Crime Prevention 2.1 Crime Prevention The Person 2.2 Crime Prevention Property 2.3 Crime Prevention Illegal Drug Activity 2.4 Community Programs and Education 3. Road Safety 3.1 Road Use Regulation 3.2 Road Use Education 3.3 Vehicle Collision Prevention 4. Emergency Response & Management 4.1 Emergency Response 4.2 Emergency Management and Coordination Key Issue: Terrorism 5. Criminal Justice Services 5.1 Criminal Justice Services 5.2 Custodial Services Key Management Areas Service Orientation Valued, Skilled and Motivated People Working Together Resource Management Problem Solving Performance Management Ethics and Integrity Continuous Improvement Strategic Focus

6 Organisational Chart SAPOL Service Structure Organisational Chart Part Chart 04Organisational DIRECTOR BUSINESS SERVICE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER CRIME SERVICE DIRECTOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY SERVICE EXECUTIVE SUPPORT BRANCH ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & REPORTING SERVICE ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER PROTECTIVE SECURITY SERVICE ANTI- CORRUPTION BRANCH ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER SOUTHERN OPERATIONS SERVICE CORPORATE COMMUNICATION BRANCH ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER NORTHERN OPERATIONS SERVICE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER OPERATIONS SUPPORT SERVICE ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICE Commissioner Specialised Services Reporting To The Commissioner Are: Anti-Corruption Branch Corporate Communication Branch Executive Support Branch Major Services Reporting To The Commissioner Are: Business Service Business Service Support Branch Expiation Notice Branch Financial Management Services Branch Information Services Branch Physical Asset Services Branch Police Call Centre Procurement and Contract Management Services Branch Shared Services Branch Crime Service Commercial and Electronic Crime Branch Drug Investigation Branch Forensic Services Branch Major Crime Investigation Branch Investigation Support Branch Organised Crime Investigation Branch Sexual Crime Investigation Branch State Intelligence Branch Strategy and Support Branch Operations Support Service Communications Branch Community Programs Support Branch Firearms Branch Licensing Enforcement Branch Operations Coordination Branch Prosecution Services Branch Solicitors Branch Special Tasks and Rescue (STAR) Group Traffic Support Branch Transit Services Branch Performance Management And Reporting Service Ethical and Professional Standards Branch Planning Policy and Review Branch Project Compass Project Compass is responsible for maintaining the momentum of previous reform programs, seeking continued improvement by enhancing performance management in accountability, leadership, service delivery, problem solving, crime prevention and partnerships. Project Compass has developed a Future Directions Strategy for SAPOL. Part Service Structure 05SAPOL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER MAJOR SERVICES REPORTING TO THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER ARE: Information Systems & Technology Service Applications Branch Business Consulting and Planning Branch Customer Service Branch Infrastructure Branch IS&T Executive Support Branch Security Branch Protective Security Service Police Security Services Branch State Protective Security Branch This Service was established in October 2005 and is the SAPOL organisational response to the current level of new responsibilities from national counter terrorism measures and changes to emergency management and police security services. Its role in preventing, protecting, preparing and planning for terrorist threats or major emergency situations at the local and national level also includes response and recovery. Northern Operations Service Southern Operations Service These two Services provide core function police services to communities at the local level and can draw on specialist operational support from centrally located Crime Service and Operations Support Service. A detailed breakdown of the size, population and Local Service Areas contained within Southern and Northern Operations Services are depicted in the map on page 9 of this report. Human Resources Service Equity and Diversity Branch Grievance Resolution Officer Health, Safety and Welfare Branch Human Resource Executive Human Resource Management Branch Industrial Relations Branch Police Academy Strategic Human Resources Information Branch SAPOL Service Structure

7 Local Service Area Map Service Delivery Outcomes Part 06Local Service Area Map Part Delivery Outcomes 07Service OVERVIEW Throughout the State policing services are administered through fourteen Local During SAPOL continued to demonstrate its commitment to reassuring and protecting the community from crime and disorder through many programs and targeted initiatives. Service Areas (LSA s), enabling the This overview describes some of the major SAPOL service delivery outcomes around key issues such as reducing crime and integration of core strategies and improved improving road safety. Our continuing emphasis on proactive organisational reform measures is also highlighted. Local Service Area Map policing in a defined geographical area. Local Service Areas aim to achieve safer local communities and work together on broader community safety outcomes for issues extending beyond particular LSA boundaries. Centrally located Crime Service and Operations Support Service resources also provide specialist assistance when required. Northern Operations Service Pop n Km 2 Elizabeth Holden Hill Pt Adelaide Barossa-Yorke Far North Mid West North East West Coast Southern Operations Service Pop n Km 2 Adelaide Sturt South Coast Hills-Murray Riverland South East Data source: Calculated from ABS Regional Population Growth Australia & New Zealand Cat No February Estimated Resident Population by LGA as at 30/6/2006. Reducing Crime (South Australia s Strategic Plan Target T2.8 and T5.10) Improving the wellbeing of South Australians by reducing crime is a key priority for SAPOL and South Australia s Strategic Plan. Reducing victim based crime supports a safer South Australian community. Reported crime levels always require interpretation as changes can result from a variety of factors. These include changes in legislation and recording practices, measures to encourage victim reporting of crime, improved access to police services and specific policing operations targeting particular offences. Social and economic conditions also influence trends in crime. Victim based crime can be explained as those crimes occurring in the community that directly affect victims, for example, offences such as assault and theft. Police always aim to prevent and reduce victim based offences. There are two methods of presenting crime data used by SAPOL, the traditional and the two stage formats. Historically SAPOL has published reported crime figures in a traditional format and maintaining this format is useful for consistent comparison across reporting periods. Under the traditional format of reported crime, offences are grouped under three main categories of offences against the person, offences against property and offences against public order. Public order offences are types of offences that do not involve specific victims, for example, detection of drug offences and drink driving offences. These offences are detected as a result of proactive police activity with police generally aiming to maintain or increase detection of public order offences. The two stage format was developed by SAPOL for a clearer focus on trend analysis for particular categories (victim based offences and offences). There has been a consistent reduction in victim based over crime over time, as shown by the -9.6% reduction using the traditional SAPOL format between and Between and however, victim based crime showed an increase of +0.2% using the traditional format and an increase of +1.2% based on the SAPOL two stage format. Due to the volatility of crime data reacting as it does to the larger socio-economic environment in which police operate, this result may signal to some degree that the significant reductions of the previous years will be harder to maintain. However, notwithstanding this overall result, figures for serious crimes such as murder, attempted murder and serious assault have continued to show a significant decrease in the reporting period. Reported Crime Traditional Format The following tables summarise the key movements in reported crime throughout in the traditional format. In the category of Offences against the Person there has been an increasing trend over the last three years ( of +0.5%, of +1.0%, of +5.5%). In the category of Offences against Property, there has been a decreasing trend over the last three years, ( of -7.5%, of -6.7%, of -0.6%). When both categories are combined for an overall victim based crime figure, there was a +0.2% increase from the previous year. However, it should be noted that substantial reductions in victim based crime have been achieved over time, ( of -6.6% and of -5.8%), realising an overall crime reduction between and of -5.6%. More detailed statistics are presented in Appendix 17. Service Delivery Outcomes

8 OFFENCES AGAINST THE PERSON % Change Murder Attempted Murder Manslaughter Driving Causing Death Serious Assault Minor Assault Assault Police Rape/Attempted Rape Other Sexual Offences Aggravated Robbery Non Aggravated Robbery Other Offences SUB-TOTAL Murder offences decreased by 10. Attempted murder offences decreased by 8. Both categories contain low numbers and can demonstrate volatility from year to year. Overall both categories have maintained a flat ten year trend. Assault categories of minor assault and assault police have increased while serious assault has decreased. The Statutes Amendment and Repeal (Aggravated Offences) Act 2005 was introduced with effect 15 May Apart from altering penalties and terminologies, this legislation has lowered the threshold and reflects mental and physical harm or serious harm as opposed to bodily or grievous bodily harm. This legislation has broadened the scope of the offences against the person grouping with a consequent increase in the recording of Assaults and Kidnapping/Abduction offences. Rape and attempt rape categories have recorded an increase with the initial impact of legislative changes now dissipating. These changes enabled historical offences that occurred prior to 1982 to be charged by removing the time limit in which charges could previously be laid. OFFENCES AGAINST PROPERTY % CHANGE Serious Criminal Trespass - Dwelling Serious Criminal Trespass - Shop Serious Criminal Trespass - Other Deception/Manipulation Receiving/Dealing in Tainted Property Theft/Illegal Use of Motor Vehicle Illegal Interference of Motor Vehicle Theft from Motor Vehicle Theft from Shops Other Theft Property Damage - Arson/Explosives Property Damage - Not Arson/Explosives SUB-TOTAL An increase in aggravated robberies, off-set slightly by a decrease in non-aggravated robberies, maintains an underlying downward trend in the number of robbery incidents. Serious criminal trespass offences in all three categories have reduced. Historically serious criminal trespass of a dwelling has reduced by -41.5% since In there was a decrease of -8.1%. Serious criminal trespass of a shop has reduced by -2.1% in Total serious criminal trespass offences have reduced by -7% for Based on the actual numbers involved, motor vehicle offences in total have increased by +5% in Overall offences against property show a decrease of -0.6%. Offences Against Public Order generally reflects a proactive policing approach. The number of public order offences does not therefore represent a level of victimisation in the community. OFFENCES AGAINST PUBLIC ORDER % Change Hinder/Resist Police Firearm/Weapon Offences Disorderly/Offensive Behaviour Drug Offences Drink Driving Offences Dangerous Reckless or Negligent Driving Other Offences SUB-TOTAL Dangerous, reckless or negligent driving offences have decreased by -5.4%. This result continues to reflect the commitment of police to meet State Plan targets for road safety driven by the SAPOL Road Safety Strategy. Reported Crime Two Stage Format As previously noted, the two stage format was developed by SAPOL for a clearer focus on trend analysis for particular categories (victim based offences and offences). There is some modification of counting rules to exclude the multiple counting of associated offences in some incidents. A further modification to the counting rules is the removal from the aggregate statistics of those offences which are cleared by No Offence Revealed where after the appropriate lines of enquiry have been exhausted there is no evidence that an offence has been committed. Victim based reported offences and public order offences (sometimes called proactive detected crime) are separated and treated differently. Between and there was an increase of +1.2% in victim based crime using the SAPOL two stage format. Key outcomes for the year, under the two stage format, include an increase of +5.3% in offences against the person and a reduction of -0.5% in offences against property, and for pro active offences an increase of +0.2%. Service Delivery Outcomes 10 11

9 Community Satisfaction As previously reported, SAPOL has consistently rated highly with the public of South Australia in satisfaction with the delivery of police services. During a survey of the public, that is yet to be published in the 2008 Report on Government Services, continues to reflect this high level of satisfaction with SAPOL services. In , 70% of South Australians were satisfied overall with services provided by police. While this figure is relatively high, and in line with those of other States, SAPOL will continue to strive for better. A very high level, 85.0% of South Australians, were satisfied with police services in their most recent contact in compared to an Australian average of 81.0%. These figures build on a similarly good result in (81.8%) and (78.3%). Establishing the satisfaction of South Australians who have actual contact with police is important, as it shows that when people personally interact with their police service for any reason, they are receiving both an effective and a courteous response. In this context it is important to note that the South Australian community s satisfaction in their most recent contact with police has improved from the figures at a greater rate than the Australian average (which has actually decreased, from 82.6% to 81.0%). Police must meet the expectations of contemporary society for a highly professional service delivery. Police themselves take pride in delivering a service that is routinely and consistently professional and ongoing police training supports a model of continual learning and improvement towards this end. In , these efforts have been rewarded with a very high rating, 84.2% of South Australians believing that police perform their job professionally. This is the highest rating for any police jurisdiction in this period. Again this figure builds on a very good result in , with 81.1% of South Australians believing that police performed professionally. This improving trend is not reflected in the Australian average for these years which shows a decline between (80.1%) and (79.7%). Police in South Australian have also rated very highly and continually well above the Australian average over for being perceived as honest. Understandably then, community confidence in SAPOL is also rated very highly. Indeed, it can be said that SAPOL rates ahead of all other police jurisdictions in these categories. The data shows that SAPOL s rating for honesty in is 79.4% against a national average of 76%; in it was 78% against a national average of 75.9%. SAPOL s rating for community confidence in police also shows excellent results and an improving trend, of 83.7% in (national average 82.4%), and 84.6% in (national average 81.3%). Overall, these survey results indicate that SAPOL s consistent aim over time to achieve the highest possible comparable level of public satisfaction with service delivery has been achieved, not withstanding there is always room for improvement as has been noted above in the comment on the result for overall satisfaction with policing services. The survey results show that in , under the guidance of the Corporate Business Plan s emphasis of street and road safety, SAPOL s policing services were successful in their mission to reassure and protect the community from crime and disorder. Road Safety Road safety is everyone s responsibility The targets in South Australia s Strategic Plan reflect a South Australian commitment to the National Road Safety goal to reduce the road toll on South Australian roads to less than 90 fatalities by 2010 and the number of serious injuries to less than 1000 by the same date. In support of achieving these vital targets, the continuing enhancement of SAPOL s policing practices under the guidance of the SAPOL Road Safety Strategy (introduced in 2006), has seen two major outcome streams. Firstly, and most importantly, in the outcomes shown by the statistics around major road safety issues. There has been a reduced number of fatalities on South Australian roads from 147 during 2005 to 117 in From 1 January 2007 to midnight 30 June 2007 there were 59 fatalities on South Australian roads compared to 71 fatalities at the same time in This represents a 16.9% decrease year to date. Year to date metropolitan fatalities are 24 compared with 29 at this time last year which represents a 17.2% reduction and rural fatalities are currently at 35 compared with 42 at this time last year, a 16.7% reduction. Our aim is to continue to reduce these figures even further over the coming years. Ongoing police activity in regulating road use, road use education and vehicle collision prevention, promotes and delivers the strong police message that road safety is everyone s responsibility. This has had significant results. For example, statistics around factors such as alcohol and drug use, speed, failing to wear a seat belt, and driving while using a mobile phone, that directly contribute to the road toll and casualty crashes, show the results of police activity. Once again, SAPOL met the target of conducting random breath tests in From 1 January 2007 to 30 June 2007 there were a total of 3330 drivers issued with an immediate Loss of Licence for drink driving offences. SAPOL deployed a dedicated team of 13 specially trained police officers during to conduct random roadside drug testing and a total of drivers were tested, resulting in 282 confirmed positive tests. A further 321 people had their drivers licence suspended for exceeding the speed limit by 45 km/h or more. From 1 July 2006 to 30 June 2007 there have been 9009 Traffic Infringement Notices issued for the failure to wear a seat belt. Since July 1 in 2006, there has been 5565 Traffic Infringement Notices issued to drivers who have used a mobile phone while driving compared to 5199 Traffic Infringement Notices issued for this offence in the period. Secondly, in the practical application of SAPOL s problem solving and partnership building approach to the wider picture of road safety. Under SAPOL s Road Safety Strategy, new or existing collaborative police partnerships have strengthened strategic alliances across government, business and community groups. In support of South Australia s Strategic Plan road safety targets, the common aim is to pursue a greater level of cooperation and coordination of all services and programmes relating to road safety. Increased SAPOL interaction with the Motor Accident Commission (MAC) has resulted in improved cooperation and coordination of road safety campaigns and there has been greater interaction with Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI) in such areas as developing new legislation. This has resulted in the enactment of compliance and enforcement legislation for the heavy vehicle industry and the development of fatigue management provisions. Enhanced partnerships have also been developed with the MAC, DTEI and the Centre for Automotive Research at the University of Adelaide focused on improved coordination of road safety programmes and the provision of leadership to community road safety committees. Many SAPOL activities and partnerships feature a strong educational focus. For example, working with the MAC, SAPOL has delivered 1075 road safety education programs, including the Youth Driver Education program to all high school students across the state. This program recognises the importance of educating young South Australians in sensible road use practices. Young people were also the focus when in , SAPOL partnered with local schools, Councils, the State Emergency Service, the SA Metropolitan Fire Service and SA Ambulance Service to provide mock crash exercises in a number of regional and metropolitan locations. Road safety will continue to be a major source of community concern. As such, SAPOL will continue to show innovation and leadership in policing South Australia s roads to contribute to the achievement of South Australia s Strategic Plan road safety targets. Service Delivery Outcomes 12 13

10 Events and Issues Part and Issues 08Events Keeping the Streets and Roads Safe meetings with security staff, conducting Riverland Liquor In a major focus of operational activity for SAPOL (under Licensing Accord meetings, upgrading security measures in the SAPOL Corporate Business Plan ) was an enhanced areas identified by both parties and conducting Crime Prevention focus on keeping the streets and roads safe. Street crime not Through Environmental Design audits of areas surrounding only involves serious offending, it can cause fear and reduce licensed premises, police and licensed premises in the Riverland confidence in community safety. More active problem solving are now working together in reducing crime and behavioural and targeted law enforcement by police in keeping the streets and offences. This is resulting in a lower level of violence related crime the road safe contributed in the reporting period to a safer South at licensed premises. Australian community environment. Similarly, in the City Business District, Operation Facula is an Alcohol-RELATED Crime Adelaide LSA operation particularly focusing on behavioural Alcohol-related crime affects public safety. SAPOL therefore offences and criminal activities of patrons and/or proprietors implemented various initiatives during that directly of licensed premises. As part of this operation, Adelaide LSA addressed anti-social behaviour around licensed premises in both has worked in partnership with SAPOL s Licensing Enforcement the metropolitan and regional/country areas. For example, in the Branch to ensure effective outcomes including the suspension Riverland Local Service Area (LSA) a program to monitor all of Liquor Licenses, modification to license conditions and the incidents featured a collaborative approach between local police closing of non-compliant nightclubs. This operation will continue and licensed premises featured a number of elements that proved in to be very effective. By reviewing closed circuit television footage Other high risk areas of entertainment and restaurant liquor after any identified incidents, working together to improve police licence precincts identified for close monitoring continue to be the and security staff cooperation, regularly attending quarterly Glenelg and Westfield Marion Shopping Centre precincts. A trial of hotel lockouts (prevention of patrons entering licensed premises after certain hours) will be commencing in July 2007 in various locations to reduce alcohol related offending in and around the participating licensed premises. Road Safety - Collaborative Partnerships Throughout the reporting period SAPOL continued to work in many partnerships with community groups and other agencies to regulate road use and prevent collisions. The emphasis of operational police activity in in the SAPOL Corporate Business Plan was less tolerance of poor driving and keeping the roads safe. Many partnerships activities are reported throughout this annual report. One example dealing with road safety is the partnership with Community Road Safety Groups and Transport SA, where over recent years Transport SA has established 2 Community Road Safety Groups on the Fleurieu Peninsula. These groups meet at Aldinga and Goolwa on a monthly basis. Both groups have been supported by local police attending meetings and assisting in initiatives implemented by those groups. These groups have continued to be proactive with police working in partnership with the groups to raise road safety awareness and education within their local communities. Hoon Driving Some issues such as hoon driving can cause considerable community concern. Following 2005 amendments to the Road Traffic Act 1961 and Summary Offences Act 1953 offences of hoon driving were created. These also covered circumstances where excessive noise is emitted from motor vehicles and allowed for the seizure of motor vehicles under certain conditions. SAPOL considers this legislation is an important tool in improving road safety generally within the state. In there were 791 vehicles seized as a result of dangerous driving acts and numerous other motorists have been issued with cautionary notices in relation to their manner of driving. During the financial year, 1089 people were detected committing offences under this legislation. Loss of Licence In December 2005 legislation was passed that allowed for the immediate loss of driver s licence for persons who commit a Category 2 or 3 Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol (PCA) or fail to comply with a direction re breath or blood testing offence. During the reporting year 3330 driving licences were suspended. The legislation passed also allowed for the loss of driver s licence within 24 hours of motorists who exceed a speed limit by 45 km/h or more. During the reporting year 321 driving licences were cancelled. Recidivist and Serious Traffic Offenders During the Traffic Support Branch introduced 2 initiatives aimed at repeat traffic offenders. Firstly, gathering intelligence on the heavy vehicle industry and identifying companies that are engaged in illicit drug activity and/or not complying with road safety legislation to prepare target packages actioned by the Heavy Vehicle Enforcement Group. Secondly, the introduction of the monitoring of the activities of parolees released from custody after being convicted of serious driving offences. This strategy was aimed as ensuring that parolees abided by parole conditions concerning driving and motor vehicles. Both initiatives will continue during the financial year. BankSA Crime Stoppers BankSA Crime Stoppers, in partnership with SAPOL, recently celebrated 10 years of successful crime solving on 8 July This crime fighting initiative has continued to thrive with assistance and strong support from the community, BankSA and the media. The quality of information provided to police has not only helped solve immediate crime, but is also a tremendous source of useful intelligence about crimes and criminal behaviour that is used in prevention strategies. Throughout the past decade BankSA Crime Stoppers has played an important role in making our community safer. As of 25 August 2006, 8978 suspects had been apprehended from crimes and stolen or unlawfully obtained property, valued in excess of $4.5 million recovered due to community willingness to participate and the value of the information provided from the community about criminals and their activities. Further details are available in Appendix 1 Key Management Areas: Working Together Events and Issues

11 Fortification Legislation Community Events In issues surrounding SAPOL s initial Fortification Community Events can also attract the incidents of criminal Removal Application pursuant to section 74BB Summary activity, for example, the 2006 Royal Adelaide Show saw about Offences Act 1961 were resolved. The Full Court of the Supreme people in attendance each day. With the deployment of a Court dismissed an appeal against an order granted by the large number of police in and around the show ground area, the Chief Magistrate. The owner of the premises then subsequently emphasis on preventing behavioural offences and alcohol related removed the relevant fortifications without the need for any criminal activity, resulted in a 46.5% reduction in reported crime further police action. SAPOL are investigating other premises with when compared to the 2005 Royal Adelaide Show. Policing the APY Lands The Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankuntjatjara (APY) Lands communities were declared a new police district on 9 November The APY Lands policing resources include eight permanent police officers comprising a Senior Sergeant, 2 Sergeants and 5 Senior Constables. This is complemented by an allocation of 10 Community Constables within the APY Lands communities, with a total population of around 2000 people. To reinforce SAPOL s commitment to policing APY Lands 8 police officers, from various metropolitan and country Local Service Areas, are flown in and out of the district on a weekly basis. In addition to the increased police presence, police facilities at Fregon, Mimili, Indulkana and Pipalyatjara, have been refurbished, with new police and court complexes planned for Ernabella and Amata. SAPOL continues to work with Northern Territory and Western Australia justice authorities to progress the Cross-Border Justice Project, aimed at providing uniform legislation and practice within the central Australia region. In conjunction with Northern Territory and Western Australia Police, SAPOL developed a management plan titled Midrealm to combat the smuggling of drugs, alcohol and petrol onto the APY Lands and broader central Australia region. SAPOL participated in 14 specific operations under that management plan in As an active member of the Substance Abuse Committee on the APY Lands working with Families SA and Nganampa Health, SAPOL in cooperation with Drug and Alcohol Services SA (DASSA) have implemented a voluntary substance abuse referral program on the APY Lands. The strategy is intended for those who engage in petrol sniffing, and individuals detected by police engaging in petrol sniffing under this program are offered referral to DASSA for assessment and participation in rehabilitative services. The incidence of petrol sniffing has diminished in all communities as a consequence of the implementation of alternative fuel that has no intoxicating effects in central Australia. SAPOL directly facilitates engagement with and consideration of indigenous people and issues through the Aboriginal and Multicultural Unit, the Police Aboriginal Advisory Group, Drug Action Teams and other locally based initiatives. We continue to support overarching agreements on Indigenous Affairs between the Commonwealth of Australia and the Government of South Australia that contributes to Safer Stronger Communities. a view to making further applications for Fortification Removal Orders in the future. These applications are reliant upon close cooperation between areas, whilst Licensing Enforcement Branch has the administrative oversight, it is only through the support of Operation Avatar, STAR Group, Local Service Areas and Local Government that successful applications are possible. Paedophile Task Force In the third year of operation the Paedophile Task Force has referred 30 historical matters to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. Continuing investigations are being conducted into historical sexual offences committed within organisations that provide services for children and which include referrals from the Commission of Inquiry into Children in State Care (CISC). Established in June 2003 the Paedophile Task Force has, to date, received 151 referrals from the Inquiry. For the next 12 months it is expected that investigations will continue into historical sexual offences and CISC referrals. National Police Memorial 2006 National Police Remembrance Day is held each year on 29 September by police jurisdictions throughout Australasia to honour those among their ranks who have been killed in the line of duty. The message behind National Police Remembrance Day received even greater prominence this year with the opening of the new National Police Memorial in Kings Park, Canberra on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin. The memorial s structure incorporated a commemorative wall displaying the names of the fallen police officers on bronze touchstone plaques and a large stone paved area or terrain that provides access to the wall. SAPOL was proud to be represented alongside its interstate and national colleagues on the day. Some 58 SAPOL members names are featured on the Wall of Remembrance. Local Policing Part of maintaining the focus on street crime prevention is the recognition of the importance of local community issues. In this context SAPOL developed the Suburban Police Officer Program. This Suburban Police Officer Program, an example of a holistic approach to policing has been trialled in various sites, to further develop and strengthen significant partnerships within the community and government agencies. The main purpose of the Suburban Police Officer is to reduce the fear of crime and promote confidence in the safety of suburban communities by providing a highly visible police presence and excellent customer service delivery to the local community in co-operation with Councils and other agencies. This addresses local problems of crime and anti-social behaviour while establishing and maintaining community-based contacts covering a wide range of individuals and groups. In this way SAPOL shows a localised problem solving approach to community crime and disorder and quality of life related issues. 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12 Reforms World Police and Fire Games The World Police and Fire Games (WPFG) were a significant event for SAPOL and the wider community. The Games were held in Adelaide from 16 to 25 March 2007 and involved between and participants and observers participating in 79 sporting events. The event was opened by the then Governor of South Australia and Games Patron, Her Excellency Marjorie Jackson-Nelson AC CVO MBE. At the opening ceremony people watched police, fire, customs and corrections officers from throughout the world joining together in a spectacular parade of all the sporting teams, accompanied by live bands. Over the duration of the Games 7800 competitors from more than 60 countries visited Adelaide to enjoy the largest sporting event ever staged in South Australia. The Games Village the banks of the Torrens River behind the Adelaide Convention Centre saw the consistent provision of a watchful police presence to ensure a peaceful and happy community environment in support of this popular event. Police Officer of the Year Award Senior Constable Athalie Edman, from the Elizabeth Local Service Area is the 29th recipient of the annual Police Officer of the Year Award, presented by the Rotary Club of Unley for outstanding courtesy, kindness, understanding courage and devotion to duty DNA As reported in the last Annual Report SAPOL has the authority to obtain DNA samples in certain circumstances in order to solve crimes. The desirability of improving the legislative base of this authority having become evident to police, in May 2006, SAPOL presented Government with a legislative submission, seeking amendments to the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act That submission aimed to reduce the complexities in managing legislative compliance issues, destruction obligations for forensic material, and the removal of person profiles from the South Australian Criminal Reference and Evidentiary DNA Database (SACREDD) under that Act. The legislative reform resulted in the implementation of the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act 2007 (CL(FP)A) on 14 May The new Act increased the number of offences for which DNA could be obtained, eliminated the requirement for notifications to be delivered to suspects or offenders whose profile had been obtained or destroyed and minimised the requirement for removal of profiles from SACREDD. Part10Reforms Internally, enhancements to the DNA Management system have been made to improve the SAPOL systems and processes which enable the DNA Management Unit to manage DNA Samples and Profiles. as well as community involvement and voluntary work. As a Suburban Police Officer assigned to the suburb of Davoren Park Senior Constable Edman established and maintained effective working relationships with the local council, a range of other community, housing and health agencies to address a range of crime issues, including serious drug offences resulting in arrests and reports. Police FOUNDATION Day 2007 To commemorate our foundation on 28 April 1838, SAPOL, with the support of the South Australian Police Historical Society, celebrates Police Foundation Day with a different theme each year. This year, Police Foundation Day recognised 90 years of valuable and dedicated police service delivered from Thebarton Police Barracks. Established in 1917 to replace the old Mounted Police Barracks in North Terrace, the Thebarton facility has evolved over The implementation of the new Act has had an immediate impact on the number of profiles submitted to Forensic Science South Australia for analysis from SAPOL. From 14 May 2007 to 30 June 2007 as a result of the legislative change, the number of DNA samples taken from suspect/offenders numbered 1730, representing an approximate 300% increase over the corresponding period in the previous year). It is expected the additional DNA profiles on SACREDD will result in a corresponding increase in person to scene DNA match groups, which can then be investigated by police, resulting in the apprehension of offenders. Moreover, the CL(FP)A has removed legal impediments to uploading SACREDD profiles to the National Criminal Identification DNA Database (NCIDD). A Ministerial Arrangement the years. Today it continues as the home for Mounted Operations authorising the transfer of DNA information between States has Unit as well as being a base for a range of other policing services. been circulated by the Commonwealth and the agreement signed To mark the occasion, the barrack s original foundation plaque at the Ministerial Council for Police and Emergency Management was fully restored by the Police Historical Society and unveiled by Police (MCPEMP) meeting on 28 June This signing will Deputy Commissioner Gary Burns on 28 April Guests laid enable South Australia to upload SACREDD profiles to NCIDD. wreaths and other tributes in honour of the fallen police officers Signatories to the Ministerial Arrangement will then be able to and attended a morning tea at the conclusion of the service. share DNA information between jurisdictions

13 Reforms Roadside Drug Testing SAPOL s commitment to reducing the impact of road crashes within the community was further reinforced in July 2006 with the commencement of driver drug testing legislation in South Australia. The new legislation recognises that drivers taking drugs contribute to a significant number of fatal road crashes with evidence from post-mortem examinations in 2004 showing 28 per cent of driver and motorcycle fatalities test positive to either THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) and/or methylamphetamine (meth) in their blood at the time of the crash. This significant figure does not include people who suffered serious injuries. The new legislation allows police to conduct roadside driver drug testing came into effect in July 2006 allowing police to conduct a roadside screening test of a driver s saliva for methylamphetamine and THC (Cannabis). During the reporting period in a pilot program, SAPOL deployed a dedicated team of 13 specially trained police officers to conduct random roadside drug testing state wide. As a result drivers were tested resulting in 282 drivers testing positive to prohibited drugs. Primarily driven in South Australia through a partnership between SAPOL and the Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure, the introduction of driver drug testing is one of the most significant advancements in road safety technologies since random breath testing commenced in the 1970 s. Government Reform New Boundaries In 2006 the South Australian Government (through the Government Reform Commission) approved the establishment of 12 State Government Regions with the aim of providing more effective planning, cross-government collaboration and resource sharing. The adoption of 12 State Government Regions directly supports the government s ability to provide regionalised targets within the South Australia s Strategic Plan (SASP). The use of uniform regions promotes improved collaboration, planning and greater consistency through Local and State government agencies, by focusing on regional infrastructure planning, resourcing and reporting of SASP targets. SAPOL has completed an Impact Assessment and appointed a project team to manage the implementation. Policing Motor Cycle Gangs In 2001 SAPOL initiated Operation Avatar to address the criminal activities of Motor Cycle Gangs (MCG) in South Australia and in 2002 the Government of South Australia funded 20 new positions to establish the Avatar Motor Cycle Gang Section, which has successfully operated as a multi-disciplinary task force since that time. Intelligence now shows there are direct linkages between the activities of MCG and street gangs, as well as the ongoing involvement with more traditional based serious organised crime groups. To ensure SAPOL is well positioned to address the ongoing criminality of MCG and the emergence of street gangs, a new Crime Gangs Task Force will be established in late This new Crime Gangs Task Force will be created as a new Branch within Crime Service and will operate with a multi-disciplinary capacity. In May 2007 the Licensing Court handed down a decision which effectively allows licensees under the Liquor Licensing Act 1997 to utilise their powers to bar, pursuant to section 125 of the Act, MCG members without having to necessarily wait for those individuals to cause issues at the particular premises. Government has also indicated that amendments will be introduced to Parliament to allow the Commissioner of Police to issue Barring Orders. SAPOL intends to use these tools as part of a state-wide problem solving initiative involving liquor industry groups, the Office of Liquor and Gambling Commissioner and licensees to further limit the ability of MCG members and others to enter licensed premises and engage in criminal behaviour. The aim is to create even safer entertainment venues and build upon other initiatives targeting these groups in the security industry. Motor Cycle Gang Legislative Reform On 19 June 2007 the Government announced its intention to undertake comprehensive legislative reform to combat the threat to the community by Motor Cycle Gang (MCG). Legislative initiatives were drawn from SAPOL s extensive research of the best laws available from within Australia and overseas, adapted to the needs of South Australia. SAPOL commenced working closely with the Government to provide advice in the development of these new laws which are aimed at enhancing community safety by disrupting, dismantling and discouraging MCG crime and anti-social behaviour in South Australia. Over the next 18 months new and diverse legislation being considered for development and implementation include: declared organisations, control orders, criminal association, public safety orders and creating new offences. Policing Domestic Violence In 2005 SAPOL developed a Domestic Violence Strategy (DVS) to proactively address domestic violence at a corporate level. The Strategy is an overarching corporate framework providing the foundation and setting a clear direction for an enhanced response to domestic violence. The five key priority areas of the Strategy are: Early Intervention and Prevention, Intelligence Analysis, Investigation and Response, Workforce Development and Research and Evaluation. Consequently, in 2006 a project team was tasked with the development of an operational policing philosophy for responding to domestic violence under the DVS, including the development of a Response and Investigation Manual outlining the operational policies and procedures to ensure consistency in policing practice. A SAPOL Domestic Violence Policing Model was subsequently developed by the project team and endorsed by senior management after a consultation process within the organisation. The Domestic Violence Policing Model provides an integrated, coordinated, consistent and appropriate response to domestic violence and is aimed at enhancing the safety of victims and children, reducing secondary victimisation and holding offenders accountable for their violence. It puts into practice a multidisciplinary approach that engages a range of locally based professionals involved in domestic violence service provision, to deliver consistent outcomes while taking into account local needs Reforms 20 21

14 Operational Service Delivery and resources. In addition, it encourages the use of services and expertise of partner agencies, voluntary and community sectors that culminates in a range of positive outcomes. The Domestic Violence Policing Model supports SAPOL s DVS and positions us to take a lead agency role in relation to a whole of government integrated approach to address domestic violence. Further, the Model embraces our Commitment to Women s Safety in South Australia, the Rekindling Family Relationships Framework for Action, Keeping them Safe Child Protection Reform Agenda and South Australia s Strategic Plan. The DVP Model therefore reflects SAPOL s continued commitment to victims of domestic violence and victims of crime, and strongly supports the Government response to violence against women in South Australia. Project COMPASS As outlined in the previous Annual Report , SAPOL continued its proud history of significant change management in order to ensure the continuous improvement of policing services to reflect the dynamic contemporary public sector environment. Following on from Focus 21, Project Compass commenced in July 2005 and with a limited life of 2 years, met its terms of reference and was completed within this reporting period. Project Compass was a significant venture operating over 2 years. During this time 47 staff participated in it for varying periods assisting to complete 28 significant corporate project activities. Importantly, Project Compass achieved its aim to maintain the momentum of previous reform programs, and enhance performance management through maintaining a focus on accountability, leadership, service delivery, problem solving, crime prevention and partnerships. Project Compass featured many different initiatives covering the whole spectrum of policing activities. These included defining and modelling an achievement culture for future reflection in all project activities and corporate documents in line with the SAPOL Policing Model. Significant structural reform, for example in the implementation of the new Performance Management and Reporting Service was also achieved, in recognition of the new demands for enhanced strategic thinking and management practices in contemporary government reporting and collaborative partnerships across the public and private sector. To support the continual improvement of SAPOL s core functions, basic business processes and practices have also been enhanced by the Project Compass implementation of organisational benchmarking practices, and the development of a Business Excellence Framework. While recognising and encouraging leadership throughout the organisation has been a feature since Focus 21, this has been further enhanced by the Project Compass development of a concept for a Centre for Leader Development. This innovation will be implemented at the Police Academy to better enhance the quality of leaders within SAPOL. Other noteworthy achievements of Project Compass include the development of a customer service excellence framework that will be implemented in , the development of a Crime Faculty concept that will be implemented within Crime Service in and a new Volunteer coordinator position created to better coordinate the important role of volunteering in policing activity. A Project Compass model addressing a better organisational approach to Community Engagement has also been has been established for implementation in Project Compass also examined the important issue of mental health and provided the negotiation and implementation of a new Mental Health Memorandum of Understanding, for which a significant outcome is expected in the next reporting period. By successfully addressing these issues and others, Project Compass was able to build on the solid foundations of the previous reform program Focus 21, and provide the way forward for better future policing services to the community. There are many and varied policing initiatives that illustrate the five SAPOL Programs in action. Since it is not practical to detail all relevant activities, the following initiatives have been chosen as representative only. These initiatives represent only part of actual police operations and organisational functioning. SAPOL as a contemporary public sector agency with over 5000 employees, the largest member of the Justice Portfolio group, performs a wide variety of activities that in total reassure and protect the metropolitan and regional South Australian community from crime and disorder. Program 1: Public Order The importance of maintaining public order cannot be over emphasised. A peaceful and orderly society provides the reassurance necessary to support the business and recreational activities of all South Australians. SAPOL therefore aims to reassure and protect the community from crime and disorder through this Program which features the provision of police services to the community, the investigation and management of public order offences and the management of major events in the state. This SAPOL Program supports the achievement of South Australia s Strategic Plan crime reduction target. 1.1 Police Response Services This Sub-Program involves the provision of an accessible customer focused state wide network of police station services, and a responsive, visible and accessible police presence through directed and random patrols and the targeting of public order offences (disorderly conduct and behavioural offences) aimed at the prevention and reduction of crime in the community. Providing accessible police services through initiatives such as the number and taking police incident reports at the SAPOL Call Centre is also an important way of providing an efficient means of responding effectively and efficiently to calls for police assistance. Part Service Delivery 11Operational Call Centre The South Australia Police Call Centre provides responsive and accessible police services to the community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on the police assistance number. Over police assistance calls were received by the Call Centre each month in , with more than 91% answered within 10 seconds. From those calls approximately 2900 police reports were taken with incidents referred to the Police Communications Centre for dispatching to patrols. In addition, 605 reports a month of traffic related incidents were processed for further investigation. Call Centre staff dealt with 25% of all crime reports across the state and 37% of all metropolitan requests for police attendance during the past financial year. Service DELIVERY SAPOL faces increasing demand for service and in order to ensure that its service delivery meets the needs and expectations of the community. SAPOL has developed a Service Excellence Model that incorporates the components of Customer Service Standards, Community Engagement, Service Environment, Performance Management, Customer Service Training and Service Improvement. This Model is the foundation for reviewing the way in which services are provided across the organisation. South Australian Computer Aided Despatch SAPOL is in the final stages of a project to introduce a new Computer Aided Dispatch Geographical Information System. Work is continuing to establish the feasibility of introducing an Automatic (Police) Vehicle Location System to complement these systems and enhance officer safety. The project seeks to enhance existing metropolitan call management, dispatch and response services and where appropriate, introduce these advantages to regional areas. Business processes have been identified which can be improved through appropriate reengineering to maximise benefits of these new technologies and improve service delivery by providing an enhanced policing response

15 Operational Service Delivery Sexual Assault Interviewing Workshop APY Lands SUPPORT Operation Tanunda increasing the visibility and presence of police around the The Sexual Crime Investigation Branch (SCIB) continued to Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands Support is an Implemented in January 2007, Operation Tanunda is an ongoing transit system. provide a support function to Local Service Areas (LSA) in the investigation of sexual and child abuse crime by delivering the Sexual Assault Interviewing Workshop. This workshop was presented by SCIB to LSA investigators. Since July 2006 a total number of 153 metropolitan officers and 93 country based officers have received the training. Suburban Police Officer Program With the introduction of the Suburban Police Officer (SPO) program a holistic approach to policing has been implemented to further develop and strengthen significant partnerships within the community and government agencies. Due to the success of the SPO project in Davoren Park an additional SPO was appointed to the suburb of Salisbury North, in December Davoren Park s SPO received the Police Officer of the Year award for Operation Mandrake Operation Mandrake targets offenders who use stolen vehicles to crash their way through shopfront windows then steal alcohol, cigarettes, sports clothing and other stocked goods. To avoid apprehension offenders have shown a propensity to engage in high risk driving incidents, using either the same vehicle or a stolen backup vehicle to escape, placing the wider community, police and themselves at great risk. Operation Mandrake IV commenced on 1 July 2005 and adopts a cross boundary, problem solving approach that identifies and targets repeat offenders with the aim of disrupting and reducing their pattern of offending. The operation is based on continual analysis of intelligence and coordinated investigation strategies, with early intervention the key to diverting offenders or would be offenders away from committing ram raids and related crimes. initiative developed to provide a police presence in the APY Lands. Police officers from metropolitan and country areas are flown into the APY Lands on a weekly basis to ensure an appropriate police presence and level of service delivery to the community. New Police Stations During the reporting year , new police stations were commissioned at Aldinga, Port Lincoln, Victor Harbor, Gawler, Mount Barker and Golden Grove. This was a significant milestone for SAPOL in providing modern facilities that meet the future needs of police while providing a greater level of customer service to the community. Transit WATCH Transit Watch is a crime reduction initiative aimed at increasing passenger safety on Adelaide s public transport system. Launched in August 2006, this initiative provides direct communication between SAPOL and the passenger transport system through a multi-agency talk group on the government radio network. Developed through consultancy with Transport SA s Public Transport Division, Transit Watch fosters information sharing, promotes training opportunities encourages community involvement, assists police in identifying problems and preparing for emergency responses on the transit system. Operation Holdfast Operation Holdfast was initiated to provide a highly visible and coordinated policing presence in the Glenelg entertainment and restaurant precinct during the warmer months of the year. The operation utilised SAPOL staff with the cooperation from licensees and business owners in the Glenelg area and the City of Holdfast Bay. The operation resulted in a significant reduction in antisocial and criminal behaviour, in particular robberies, serious assaults pro active policing initiative aimed at reducing street crime in the vicinity of the Tanunda Hotel. This operation targets antisocial behaviour by utilising a combination of covert and high visibility tactics. It also uses a collaborative approach with Licensing Enforcement Branch, General Patrols and the Drug Action Sergeant. Since its inception, the number of street crime and assaults has reduced in the area. Dry Zone Enforcement A new 24 hour dry zone has been established at Murray Bridge, with a particular focus on the central business district and Sturt Reserve. The implementation of dry zones has seen a reduction in alcohol affected behaviour and it is anticipated this zone will continue to have a marked decrease in street offences and behaviour. Hills-Murray Local Service Area will continue to police the dry zone and make representation to local councils for the continuation of dry zones. Operation Crackdown was implemented between November 2006 and March 2007 in the Kadina area to curb an increase in street offending around sporting events. The operation addressed antisocial behaviour in dry zone areas by increasing police foot patrols and adopting other high visibility policing tactics. The incidence of behavioural crime has subsequently been reduced in the dry zone. Assistance for Non English Speaking and Hearing Impaired Victims As part of SAPOL s commitment to delivering responsive police services, the Victim Reporting Guide has been developed to assist people with language difficulties and hearing impairments to make an initial report of crime at police stations. The guide contains pictographic images of the 10 most common incidents reported Hotel Lockout After discussions between the South Coast Drug Action Team, Licensing Enforcement Branch and local hotels regarding the number of incidents at closing time, a targeted initiative will commence in July Various initiatives that will be implemented to reduce the number of hotel related incidents including a 12 midnight patron lock out, council consideration for taxi ranks, increased police presence and increased hotel security including a security dog patrol for the car park area and refresher training in responsible service of alcohol. It is anticipated that with the cooperation of all parties a significant decline in the alcohol related violence at the hotel will be achieved. 1.2 Event Management Activities include policing of sporting and other public events, policing public demonstrations and providing protective security for dignitaries and other public figures, to maintain order and safety at public events and enhance public feelings of safety. Program 1.2 provides policing services that are aimed at ensuring safe event management through assistance and advice to event organisers, traffic enforcement and security preparation and planning, thereby supporting SAPOL s Crime Prevention Program 2. The success of the operation is mainly attributed to an enhanced understanding of the types of criminal activity involved and the early identification of groups of offenders in order to contain this criminal activity thereby reducing public concern. Since 1 July 2006 Operation Mandrake IV has resulted in 141 apprehensions including 27 for serious criminal trespass, 17 for illegal use of a motor vehicle, 4 for robbery and 21 for breaching bail. Additionally Operation Mandrake has investigated offences and sex offences. The operation made use of mobile and static random breath testing, drug driver testing and the automatic number plate reader which resulted in improved driver behaviour in the area. Operation Better Operation Better is a corporate operation targeting alcohol and drug related violence, and antisocial behaviour (street level crime) relating to licensed premises. This operation managed strategies at police stations. It can also be used to assist in determining interpreter needs and contains a world map to assist in identifying the language required. Transit Bike Patrols With the expansion of the tram network in the Adelaide central business district it is expected that the number of people attending the vicinity of the Adelaide Railway Station, also known as the Riverside Precinct, will significantly increase. In response involving $ of stolen property with a total of $ to reduce the incidence of street crime and other antisocial Transit Branch are planning to implement a Transit Bike Patrol being recovered. behaviour related to excessive alcohol and/or drug consumption. to supplement existing Transit patrols and operations thereby 24 25

16 Operational Service Delivery Policing Community Events SAPOL s ongoing commitment to public safety, efficient and effective planning of policing for community events has continued. During these included: Royal Adelaide Show The 2006 Royal Adelaide Show attracted approximately people per day over the 9 day event from 1 to 9 September An average of 85 police officers per day provided a presence in and around the Adelaide Showground resulting in a 46.5% reduction in reported crime compared to the 2005 Royal Adelaide Show. Schoolies Festival of Celebrations The annual Schoolies Festival of Celebrations attracted over young people to the Victor Harbor community during 24 to 27 November With the influx of young people to the Victor Harbor area a targeted crime reduction focus ensured the safety of celebrating schoolies and the local community. This focus included a significant road safety component targeting all aspects of unlawful driving behaviour on roads leading to and from the event. For the eighth year in succession the event was hosted by volunteer event organiser Encounter Youth, with strong support from SAPOL and other key stakeholders representing emergency services, state government agencies and local councils. A 40% reduction of victim based offences was recorded in comparison to the 2005 Schoolies Festival. In all, 16 SAPOL areas contributed their expertise and resources to ensure the operation was a success. In order to secure a safe public event and participate in efficient and effective planning for this major event in 2007, SAPOL sent 2 representatives to the inaugural National Schoolies forum held on the Gold Coast in August International Cricket Season In the International Cricket Season one of the Ashes Test Series games was held from 1 to 5 December 2006, at the Adelaide Oval. Popularity and interest in the Ashes tour increased crowd attendance by 50% when compared to the previous 2 international test seasons. Jacob Creek Tour Down Under The ninth Jacob s Creek Tour Down Under international cycling race was held in South Australia from 16 to 21 January The event consisted of the Down Under Classic and five stages throughout South Australia including the Barossa Valley, Mannum, Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula, Willunga and the City of Adelaide. SAPOL s participation in the international cycling race ensured the safety of the race competitors and public with significant planning of traffic and event management. Oakbank Racing Carnival During Licensing Enforcement Branch and the Hills- Murray Local Service Area continued to work with the Oakbank Racing Club to ensure the safety of patrons at the event. The 2007 Oakbank Racing Carnival continued to see improvements in patron behaviour. Preparations for the 2008 event will include ongoing liaison between SAPOL, the Office of Liquor and Gambling Commissioner and the Oakbank Racing Club. Gumeracha Medieval Fair The Gumeracha Medieval Fair was held in May This is a new event with nation wide involvement of medieval interest groups. Holden Hill Local Service Area successfully planned and managed the new event which will now be held annually and should attract visitors to the local area from around Australia. Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2007 During 2007 the Australian Government is hosting the APEC Forum. Meetings were held around the country from January. These will culminate in an APEC Leaders Week to be held in Sydney from 6 September South Australia hosted representatives from 21 economies for the APEC Transport Ministers Meeting from 28 to 30 March 2007 and the APEC Senior Officials Meeting from 16 to 24 April Both meetings were held at the Adelaide Convention Centre and required considerable planning by SAPOL and other agencies. World Police and Fire Games 2007 As reported earlier, the 2007 World Police and Fire Games (2007WPFG), the largest multi-sport international standard event ever staged in South Australia, was held in Adelaide from 16 to 25 March The Games involved 7800 competitors from more than 60 countries participating in 79 sporting events. Along with sporting events, there were social events such as the opening ceremony held at Adelaide Oval where participants and spectators were entertained by the team s parade and live bands. The 2007WPFG resulted in a significant economic benefit to South Australia of approximately $AU30 million. There was also advantage to the State Sporting Organisations by the shared venture in the purchase of equipment and/or the provision of facilities along with the coordination and organisation of international standard competition. Program 2: Crime Prevention The previous Program addressed the important element of maintaining public order. This Program directly addresses the important issue of crime in the community and how best to police it in a number of ways. SAPOL aims to do this by reducing the incidence and effects of crime through conducting investigations and managing crimes against the person, property and drug related offences. This Program also shows the application of crime reduction strategies to achieve identified crime reduction outcomes; the provision of services that support crime prevention, (such as Watch programs and Crime Stoppers) and the production and dissemination of crime prevention information, education and training. This SAPOL Program supports the achievement of South Australia s Strategic Plan crime reduction target. 2.1 Crime Prevention The Person This Sub-Program involves the provision of police services that target crimes against the person such as robbery, serious assault, and sexual offences. The aim is to achieve a reduction in the incidence and effects of crimes against the person supporting crime prevention and reduction in the community. This Sub-Program also has the priority of supporting victim of crime and working proactively with local communities for local solutions to local problems as part of a holistic crime prevention approach. Crime Prevention Strategy SAPOL has crime prevention as one of its core functions and has achieved significant results in crime reduction over recent years. To maintain this downward pressure on crime SAPOL is reviewing its approach to crime prevention and developing a new Crime Prevention Strategy with new structures to support problem solving and the development and delivery of crime prevention programs, initiatives and operations. Operation Billet In response to an escalation in street crime, a number of initiatives are under consideration to reduce behavioural street and antisocial behaviour in public places throughout the state. As a problem solving initiative, Operation Billet will be a state-wide operation which will provide a significant focus on keeping the streets safe and provide a coordinated approach to disrupt street related crime. Street crime not only has an impact in terms of volume crime across the state but it can also cause fear within the community and is a major contributor to disrupting the quality of life within the community. Operational Service Delivery 26 27

17 Operational Service Delivery Licensed Premises Policing In Operation Vattern was continued resulting in 208 apprehensions and five licensed premises reported for various breaches of the Liquor Licensing Act The aim of Operation Vattern is to reduce the risk of harm to persons in or around licensed premises, reduce incidents of theft and property damage and assist in detecting behavioural offences at and near licensed premises. Police support, in the form of education, advice and assistance has continued to be provided with regards to management practices and obligations under the Liquor Licensing Act. DNA As reported earlier, in May 2006, SAPOL presented Government with a legislative submission, seeking amendments to the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act The state government made a commitment to legislative reform, resulting in the implementation of the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act 2007 (CL(FP)A) on 14 May The new Act increased the number of offences for which DNA could be obtained, eliminated the requirement for notifications to be delivered to suspects or offenders whose profile had been obtained or destroyed, and minimised the requirement for removal of profiles from the South Australian Criminal Reference and Evidentiary DNA Database (SACREDD). The implementation of the new Act had an immediate impact on the number of profiles submitted to Forensic Science South Australia for analysis. DNA Management Section has received an increase in the weekly submission from Local Service Areas (LSA) of buccal swabs from suspects and offenders. It is expected the additional DNA profiles on SACREDD will result in a corresponding increase in person to scene DNA match groups, which will be forwarded to LSA Crime Management Units for investigation. The CL(FP)A has removed impediments to uploading SACREDD profiles to the National Criminal Identification DNA Database (NCIDD). A Ministerial Arrangement authorising the transfer of DNA information between states has been circulated by the Commonwealth. The agreement was signed at the Ministerial Council for Police and Emergency Management Police meeting on 28 June The signing will enable South Australia to upload SACREDD profiles to NCIDD. Signatories to the Ministerial Arrangement will then be able to share DNA information between jurisdictions. To ensure that SAPOL is fulfilling its obligations in the management of DNA samples in a timely and efficient manner under the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Act 2007, enhancements to the DNA Management system have been made to improve systems and processes which enable the DNA Management Unit to manage DNA Samples and Profiles. Policing Motorcycle Gangs In May 2007 the Licensing Court handed down a decision which effectively allows licensees under the Liquor Licensing Act 1997 to utilise their powers to bar, pursuant to section 125 of the Act, members of motorcycle gangs (MCGs) without having to necessarily wait for those individuals to cause issues at the particular premises. Government has also indicated that amendments will be introduced to Parliament to allow the Commissioner of Police to issue Barring Orders. SAPOL intends to use these tools as part of a state-wide problem solving initiative involving liquor industry groups, the Office of Liquor and Gambling Commissioner and licensees to further limit the ability of MCG members and others to enter licensed premises and engage in criminal behaviour. The aim is to create even safer entertainment venues and build upon other initiatives targeting these groups in the security industry. Operation Cornerstone Adelaide Local Service Area worked in partnership with the Avatar Motor Cycle Gang (MCG) Section to police the unlawful activities and serious assaults being committed by MCG associates. Operation Cornerstone was conducted over a 4 month period and coupled with other policing strategies, resulted in a reduction in serious assaults and the disruption and arrest of many members of the MCG associates. This operation also resulted in the successful implementation of Liquor Licensing Act 1997 Barring Notices being issued against a number of members of MCGs attending nightclubs in the Adelaide Central Business District. Paedophile Task Force As reported earlier, the Paedophile Task Force has referred 30 historical matters to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. The Paedophile Task Force has, to date, received 151 referrals from the Inquiry. For the next 12 months it is expected that investigations will continue into historical sexual offences and Children in State Care referrals. Operation Fawn Operation Fawn 3 was conducted from December 2006 to March 2007 by Adelaide Local Service Area (LSA). The Operation focused on paedophile activity at various locations within the Adelaide LSA and resulted in 8 arrests along with a number of other activities aimed at reducing paedophile behaviour. The outcomes of the operation contributed to reductions in this category of sex offending from an increase of 4% to a reduction of 12.3%. Domestic Violence Domestic violence is a serious crime that permeates the community and harms victims, their children, family and friends. SAPOL continued to respond to the incidents of domestic violence through its commitment to the Domestic Violence Policing Model and the Domestic Violence Strategy. Released in December 2006 the Domestic Violence Policing Model and Domestic Violence Strategy reflects SAPOL s role in leading an integrated, whole-ofgovernment, approach to addressing domestic violence. The model confirms a consistent and appropriate response for Local Service Areas and aims to improve victim safety, reduce victimisation and hold offenders accountable. Further information regarding the Domestic Violence Policing Model and Strategy is located in Reforms. In and consistent with the aims and principles of the SAPOL Domestic Violence Strategy and SAPOL s overall commitment to the effective management of victims of crime, the Victim Policy Section (VPS) was established in Strategy and Support Branch, Crime Service. VPS commenced operation in March 2007 and provides a support function to Local Service Areas in the development and assessment of effective strategies relative to family violence and victims of crime, and providing coordinated policies and programs for adoption across SAPOL. This section has an integral role in fostering and maintaining partnerships with government and non government agencies to assist in key corporate strategies, initiatives and policy development, providing support to victim of crime programs and conducting research projects. Operational Service Delivery 28 29

18 Operational Service Delivery The Adelaide Family Violence Court Operations Group commenced Local Service Area to assist in the investigation and rehabilitative This provides a pro-active approach towards crime prevention Operation Alchemy in 2000 and is a working group involved in rehabilitation for support to victims of domestic violence and child abuse on and a capability for monitoring behaviour within those areas, in Crime Reduction Section (CRS) conducted research, which domestic violence perpetrators and counselling and support for the APY Lands. This initiative will also have a strong focus on particular in the vicinity of licensed premises. revealed the increase in the theft of scrap metal is a national domestic violence victims and children. The aim of the group is to identify and implement new strategies and best practices to reduce domestic violence. Members of the Adelaide Family Violence Investigation Section participate in quarterly meetings with the Chief Magistrate (Adelaide), Correctional Services, Central Violence Intervention Group. As a result of this working party, a 24 week program has been introduced aimed at stopping domestic violence offenders continuing their offending behaviour. Child Sexual Abuse Sexual Crime Investigation Branch has established a full time capacity to investigate Online Child sexual abuse with the introduction of 2 full time positions to the Child Exploitation Investigation Section. A trial period, in a part time capacity, has resulted in 7 prosecutions for procuring children online for the purpose of sexual activity with 2 convictions. Child Exploitation Investigation Section has developed covert online investigation strategies to combat predators engaging with children using the internet. Australian NATIONAL Child Offender Register As reported during , the Australian National Child Offender Register (ANCOR) system was developed as part of a national initiative of the Ministerial Council for Police and Emergency Management (formerly Australasian Police Ministers Council). The Sexual Crime Investigation Branch has the primary role for managing the ANCOR system. In the ANCOR Section commenced operation and appointed 2 full time investigators and 2 unsworn staff. Supplemented by additional temporary staff, the ANCOR section has conducted a risk assessment on all registrable child sex offenders in South Australia. It is expected that the Child Sex Offenders Registration Act 2006 will become operable in the next financial year, which will see the addition of 5 full time investigators to be appointed to the ANCOR Section. Further information can be located in Key Management Area: Continuous Improvement. Child Abuse Project Officer Effective July 2007, a project officer will be stationed on the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankuntjatjara (APY) Lands in the Far North community development and education. Forensic Interviewing Advanced Workshop Sexual Crime Investigation Branch initiated an advanced workshop for the Victim Management Section in relation to best practice for the forensic interviewing of children who have been the victim of sexual assault. The workshop, the first of its kind in Australian Law Enforcement, was conducted in Adelaide in partnership with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution and researchers from Deakin University (Victoria). As part of the continuing development all SAPOL participants are now enrolled in an Advanced Practice in Forensic Interviewing of Children online course with Deakin University. Sexual Servitude Investigation Licensing Enforcement Branch commenced Operation Oxter as a means of disrupting the trafficking of women for sexual servitude into South Australia. The operation has collated significant intelligence holdings which have been shared with the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Locally, the operation has seen 5 arrests for brothel offences and a significant amount of property restrained as profits of criminal activity. The original operation is due to be completed in the second half of 2007 when an assessment will be conducted into its continuance. In addition, Licensing Enforcement Branch members attended the Transnational Sexual Exploitation Investigation Program conducted by the AFP in Canberra and have developed local training programs on sexual servitude for dissemination throughout SAPOL. Firearms Operation Variometer is an ongoing pro-active initiative to detect offences under the Firearms Act 1977 continued through The Operation is managed by the Mid West Criminal Investigation Branch with cooperation from the Firearms Branch. Police investigate registered firearm owners to determine if offences have been committed. A total of 111 actions have been issued for the reporting period. Rural Public Safety With the opening of the new Port Lincoln Police Station a strategic alliance was formulated with the Port Lincoln City Council for the shared access to close circuit television cameras mounted in strategic positions within the Port Lincoln business area. Operation Surrey A joint Local Service Area (LSA) operation facilitated by Southern Operation Service (SOS) proved a successful new strategy in targeting crimes and criminals in Adelaide s southern suburbs. Operation Surrey involved a series of combined SOS operations conducted on separate days within selected LSA s. Aimed at disrupting crime and criminal behaviour, detecting hydroponic drug crops, gathering intelligence on persons of interest and enhancing SAPOL s overall intelligence capability, this operation demonstrated SAPOL s ability in the flexible allocation of available resources. This approach both reassure the community and sends a clear message to criminals that police are continuously adaptive in their efforts to reduce crime. 2.2 Crime Prevention - Property This Sub-Program involves the provision of police services that target crimes against property in offences such as serious criminal trespass, property damage (including arson), shop theft, fraud and electronic crime. The aim is to achieve a reduction in the incidence and effects of crimes against property supporting crime prevention and reduction in the community. This Sub- Program also has the priority of targeting thefts of and from motor vehicles, and criminal damage, supporting victims of crime and working pro-actively with local communities for local solutions to local problems as part of a holistic crime prevention approach. Building WATCH Under the umbrella of the revamped Business Watch program, Police Minister the Honourable Paul Holloway MLC launched the Building Watch initiative. Building Watch operates in partnership with Business SA, the Master Builders Association and the Housing Industry Association. With a specific target of building site related crime, this initiative contains a raft of strategies to be undertaken by both police and key stakeholder partners within the building industry. Its aim is to target the theft of copper and other precious metals, increase the reporting of building site thefts and damage and improve systems employed within the industry that will reduce the opportunity for theft. One of the foundation strategies is to educate and engage the wider community in this area of crime. and international trend closely linked to significantly higher market value for non-ferrous metals. As a result of this research Operation Alchemy was established as a corporate operation focussing on the cross boundary volume related crime of semi precious metal theft. This operation commenced on 1 November 2006 with each Local Service Area, working together with CRS. Each LSA being responsible for their own crime reduction initiatives including identifying and dealing with the factors that contribute to this criminal activity, which include the opportunity to steal, the offenders and those who receive the stolen material. Northern Industry Watch In June 2006 Elizabeth, Port Adelaide and Holden Hill Community Programs Sections commenced Northern Industry Watch. This online Watch program targets businesses and residences in the industrial areas of Wingfield, Dry Creek and Cavan. Northern Industry Watch provides timely advice to all registered users on local crime reduction and prevention issues via . Hot Spot notification provides prompt advice on criminal activities in specific areas, or crime which focuses on particular victims or targets specific products. Motor Vehicle Theft The South Australian Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Committee (SAVTRC) has 2 representatives from the Crime Reduction Section (CRS). The committee facilitates cooperation between industry, Government, community stakeholders and the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council to assist in the implementation of effective motor vehicle theft prevention strategies in South Australia. CRS in partnership with other members of SAVTRC, continue to operate the Student Immobiliser Subsidy Scheme which aims to assist university and TAFE students to have an Australian Standards immobiliser fitted to their car. An initiative of the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council, Operation Bounce Back provides grants to Councils to facilitate the fitting of immobilisers to vehicles at risk in their area and to educate the community on the need for vehicle security. Elizabeth and Port Adelaide Local Service Areas together with CRS provided assistance and support to the Cities of Port Adelaide Enfield and Salisbury. This resulted in both councils being awarded Operation Bounce Back grants of approximately $ Operational Service Delivery 30 31

19 Operational Service Delivery to run programs in In addition to educational seminars Crime VISITATION Car Initiative Local Government Youth Initiative Operation Nomad (Fire Watch) conducted through neighbourhood and community houses within the City of Salisbury, vehicle crime awareness signs have been developed for placement at major shopping centre car parks. Plate Safe Program The Plate Safe Program aims to reduce the theft of vehicle number plates through the provision of one way screws. Plate Safe packs are available through Neighbourhood Watch Groups, Crime Awareness Events and are sold at police stations. Instructions on how to use the screws and various crime reduction information flyers are included in the packs. During over 4000 number plate screws were distributed to local residents with marked results in the number of plates being stolen. Stop Car Theft Program Since 2001 SAPOL and the Royal Automobile Association of SA have been involved in a joint corporate initiative focusing on addressing the rising incidence of motor vehicle crime including illegal use, theft from motor vehicles, illegal interference and property damage to motor vehicles. The Stop Car Theft Program has been utilised by SAPOL in varying formats and utilises vehicles fitted with engine immobilisers. These vehicles are then deployed in areas affected by motor vehicle crime and covertly monitored by police. The program was trialled from 1 July 2006 to 1 June 2007 and resulted in 55 persons apprehended with a total of 82 charges laid. As part of SAPOL s response to serious criminal trespass, motor vehicle offences and other volume crimes, continuation of the Crime Visitation Car initiative supported the location of fingerprints at over 4300 crime scenes, which is a 16% increase from Forensic Services trained a further 14 police officers in basic crime scene investigation to effectively increase the number of scenes forensically examined. Taking advantage of the success of this program, the Fingerprint Bureau ran a number of strategies to ensure the increased number of fingerprints were searched and processed in a timely manner. This resulted in a having a backlog of 300 cases to be processed reduced to almost a daily turn around. As a consequence of this processing, the identification of over 1800 suspects for further investigation was achieved, an increase of 28% from Operation Veer In response to concerns regarding the number of offences against motor vehicles including illegal use, illegal interference and theft of and from such vehicles within the Modbury Regional Centre (MRC), Operation Veer commenced on 1 August MRC areas targeted by this operation included Tea Tree Plaza Shopping Centre, Modbury Triangle Shopping Centre, the Modbury Bus Interchange and the Modbury Hospital car parks. Working in partnership with Westfield Security Officers utilising close circuit television facilities, achieved the following results for the period which included: 21 arrests, 24 reports, 144 expiation notices and 112 ancillary reports. Operation Sightscreen Following the success of the original Operation Sightscreen, the South Coast Local Service Area (LSA) has continued to work collaboratively with the City of Onkaparinga and other key stakeholders to address the crime of graffiti. A 3 phase approach to graffiti management incorporating the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design has been developed. Targeted graffiti operations (generally between 1 and 3 nights) utilising resources from South Coast LSA, Transit Services, Onkaparinga Council and Private Security officers have been undertaken in the period. Operation Sightscreen was presented to metropolitan Local Government Authorities at a Graffiti Reduction Forum held at Thebarton Police Barracks in March In June 2007, the City of Salisbury and SAPOL developed a project to target graffiti vandals. This is an early intervention strategy that will see youth who have been identified as at risk or displaying risk factors, in a program with mentoring by artists. This program has contributed to creative and social skills development, improved relationships with police and local government and provided public nominated walkways for aerosol art. This project is funded by the Crime Prevention and Community Safety Grants Program, SA Attorney General s Department. Operation Obsess Analysis identified that schools within the Holden Hill Local Service Area are often the victims of serious criminal trespass, criminal damage and graffiti offences, particularly during school holiday periods. Operation Obsess focused on the top 5 schools that analysis revealed had experienced the highest incidence of crime during the previous school holidays. The Operation involved a partnership with Police Security Support Branch members, and resulted in a 25% decrease in crime. Target Hardening Strategy In September 2006 the Barossa-Yorke Local Service Area (LSA) implemented a target hardening strategy applicable to all non residential property. Police were tasked to visit all non residential properties and conduct audits to enhance security and make property less vulnerable to criminal activity. Police utilised a security audit check list and distributed security advice brochures. All non residential premises throughout the LSA were visited as part of this initiative. Identity Crime Investigation Team In 2006 the Identity Crime Investigation Team (ICIT) was established within the Commercial and Electronic Crime Branch after additional funding was provided by Government to focus on identity crime. Since then there has been an increased focus on identity crime and the branch has expanded from the original 2 positions to now having a Detective Senior Sergeant, a Detective Sergeant and 2 full time investigators supported by Field Intelligence Officers, to identify and target identity crime offenders. Additionally, ICIT provides specialist training to other areas of SAPOL contributes to the development of crime reduction and prevention initiatives for implementation across SAPOL and has recently made submissions for legislative reform. Operation Nomad, SAPOL s response to the threat of bushfire, has been in place since In due to prolonged period of dry weather and the unprecedented number of declared extreme fire danger days the declared fire danger season commenced early and finished late and Operation Nomad was adjusted accordingly. Throughout the season Operation Nomad continued to manage the threat of arson related bushfire offences. Advances in crime scene technology and an ongoing commitment by SAPOL to train its partner agencies in fire scene investigation, saw the number of fires identified as being deliberately lit increase from 98 in to 129 in whilst the number of offenders apprehended for fire related offences increased from 164 in to 190 in SAPOL s involvement in the Fire Watch Strategic Alliance Committee, coupled with the efforts of our members, contributed to minimising the potential for major bushfires and enhanced the safety of communities throughout the state. 2.3 Crime Prevention Illegal Drug Activity This Sub-Program involves the provision of police services that targets illegal drug activity through investigating organised crime, and the use, cultivation, manufacture, trafficking and supply of illegal drugs. The aim is to reduce the incidence and effects of crimes involving illegal drug activity. This Sub-Program also has the priority of targeting possession and use of illegal drugs and supporting diversion programs as part of a holistic crime prevention approach. Police Drug Diversion The Drug and Alcohol Policy Section in partnership with the Drug and Alcohol Services SA and the Office of Crime Statistics and Research have continued with the development of information resources relating to the Police Drug Diversion initiative and its relevance to operational police. The project funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing consisted of 300 posters for distribution to every police station in the state. The information is designed to promote the Police Drug Diversion initiative throughout SAPOL and the broader community. Operation Mantle Operation Mantle was established in 1998 following the National Police Research Unit s evaluation report on drug trafficking in Australia. In response to the findings Operation Mantle was implemented within SAPOL across the 6 metropolitan Local Operational Service Delivery 32 33

20 Operational Service Delivery Service Areas with a focus on targeting localised street level dealing and trafficking. In the operation concept has continued to evolve in response to contemporary issues impacting on the illicit drug market. This has resulted in the focus of current Operation Mantle activities being aligned to the disruption of the illicit drug market place and localised drug dealing activities along with the diversion of drug users away from the criminal justice system for the purpose of assessment, treatment and rehabilitation. The Operation Mantle concept is far more than investigations aimed at reducing supply as it also supports a commitment to broader objectives including demand reduction and reducing health risks associated with drug use. Alcohol and Drug Testing of Crowd Controllers The random drug testing of crowd controllers by Licensing Enforcement Branch by urine sampling has continued. During the reporting period 362 crowd controllers were required to submit to random drug tests and as a result 52 were subsequently referred to the Office of Consumer and Business Affairs following positive analysis results or failure to comply with directions. A program of regular testing of crowd controllers in country locations has also been implemented ensuring coverage across the state. Continued alcohol testing has also resulted in 1143 crowd controllers being tested with 5 found to have exceeded the prescribed concentration of alcohol. Operation Midrealm In conjunction with Northern Territory and Western Australia Police, SAPOL has continued to work under a tri-state collaboration called Operation Midrealm to combat the smuggling of alcohol and petrol onto the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankuntjatjara (APY) Lands. This operation has been funded by the Australian Government and was a major contributing factor in the marked reduction of petrol sniffing on the APY Lands. From 1 July to 31 December 2006 the operation resulted in 150 apprehensions, 65 reports, 321 charges, 7 juvenile cautions, 21 interventions regarding volatile substance and 7 drug expiation notices. It also resulted in the recovery of 5.6 kilograms of cannabis, 5 grams of ecstasy, 93.5 litres of alcohol, 1.5 litres of petrol and 1 vehicle. In recognition of the contribution made by this operation to communities on the APY Lands, Operation Midrealm was recently recognised as a finalist in the Excellence in Law Enforcement category of the National Drug and Alcohol Awards. INTERSTATE Collaboration The Drug Investigation Branch has continued an ongoing commitment to joint and collaborative investigations with other jurisdictions, particularly with New South Wales and Queensland Police Services. Again these investigations have focused on the cultivation and collection of hydroponics grown cannabis in South Australia and its transportation for alleged trafficking purposes to the eastern states. One operation alone resulted in the arrest of 3 people in South Australia, seizure of in excess of 25 kilograms of dried cannabis and almost $ in cash and restraint orders on property in this state valued in excess of $1.8 million. An additional person was arrested in New South Wales, with further seizures resulting. National Amphetamine Type Substances Strategy During SAPOL has been a key stakeholder in the development of the National Amphetamine Type Substances Strategy as a member of the Intergovernmental Committee on Drugs. Participation during the year has included involvement in a series of consultation seminars and the input will ensure that the strategy receives advice with a prevention focus. The Drug and Alcohol Policy Section will continue to coordinate SAPOL s involvement in the completion of the strategy. Drug INFORMATION Brochures Crime Reduction Section (CRS) together with Drug Investigation Branch has produced a brochure to raise community awareness of outdoor cannabis crops. Produced to specifically target rural land owners and those providing services in rural areas, the brochure provides information on why the community should be concerned about the cultivation of cannabis, signs that cannabis is being cultivated, what to look for and how to report it to the police. Over brochures have been distributed throughout Local Service Areas and an evaluation of feedback has confirmed that the brochure is a useful tool in helping to raise community awareness about cannabis crops and how to report suspicious behaviour to police. In addition, CRS in conjunction with the Chemical Diversion Desk has produced an information brochure on the dangers of amphetamine production and South Australia purchasing restrictions of products containing pseudoephedrine. Strategic partnerships were formed with BankSA Crime Stoppers, the Pharmacy Guild and Victoria Police. Local Service Area Drug Action Teams and Community Programs members distributed over brochures to chemists and doctor s surgeries. This initiative was well received by the community. FORTIFICATION Legislation In the issues surrounding SAPOL s initial Fortification Removal Application pursuant to section 74BB Summary Offences Act 1961 was resolved. The Full Court of the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal against the order granted by the Chief Magistrate. The owner of the premises subsequently removed the relevant fortifications without the need for any further police action. SAPOL are investigating other premises with a view to making further applications for Fortification Removal Orders in the future. These applications are reliant upon close cooperation between areas, whilst Licensing Enforcement Branch has the administrative oversight, it is only through the support of Operation Avatar, Special Tasks and Rescue Group, Local Service Areas and Local Government that successful applications are possible. Street Lab Portable Drug Testing Machine To facilitate in the field identification, non-evidentiary testing of suspected drug material the Drug Investigation Branch is to be equipped with a portable machine at a cost of $ The timely identification of powder and other drugs located during raids is expected to assist the course of major investigations. Legislative Amendment The Dog Operations Unit have proposed legislative amendment to enable police drug dogs to perform people screening operations, whereby trained passive alert detecting dogs will be used to identify illicit drugs carried on people in public places. This initiative is designed to support the Illicit Drug Strategy. Crime Gang Task Force In 2001 SAPOL initiated Operation Avatar to address the criminal activities of Motor Cycle Gangs (MCG) in South Australia. In 2002 the Government of South Australia funded 20 new positions to establish the Avatar Motor Cycle Gang Section which has successfully operated as a multi-disciplinary task force since that time. Intelligence shows there are now direct linkages between the activities of MCG and street gangs, as well as the ongoing involvement with more traditional based serious organised crime groups. To ensure SAPOL is well positioned to address the ongoing criminality of MCG and the emergence of street gangs, a new Crime Gangs Task Force will be established in November The new Crime Gangs Task Force will be created as a new Branch within Crime Service and will continue to operate with a multidisciplinary capacity. Operation Commute Operation Commute is an ongoing management plan for the investigation of persons of interest who are involved in trafficking illicit drugs through South Australian airports. Integral to the plan is the partnership between the Australian Federal Police, SAPOL Metropolitan Local Service Areas and specialist areas such as the Drug Investigation Branch. The plan identifies opportunities for police to investigate and disrupt illicit drug offending. North On Target Program Commenced in June 2006, the North On Target program is a combined crime prevention initiative of the Cities of Tea Tree Gully, Salisbury, Playford and the Town of Gawler with strong support by the Drug Action Teams from the Elizabeth and Holden 34 35