Good day to all. Cracker of a sunset we had on Sunday night, brought a tear to my eye.

Monday was a busy day for the crew. An individual who was not supposed to be driving as they had had their vehicle impounded, now faces the Courts and further loss of driving privileges.

Three drivers were given their cease and desist from driving orders for three months due to demerits. Remember there is only 100 of them over a two-year span and they accumulate quickly.

There was an individual in mental distress and contact was made to get some help for this person.

A report was taken of neighbours in a tree related stoush. These things can get out of hand quickly so I would advise to keep cool heads.

Two family harm incidents were attended.

Lastly a driver treated Aubrey Road like it was 100km/h zone. A substantial remittance notice will be in their mailbox as a result.

Tuesday saw some high speeds on Ballantyne Road in the 20-30km/h range over the limit. These sorts of speeds put other road users at risk.

The heavy rain put a dampener on our checkpoint plans.

On Wednesday some checkpoints were done. Nobody was over the limit and those that did have alcohol, knew when to stop, which I think is good. Another driver had their vehicle impounded for not being appropriately licensed.

A report was made on Thursday to police of a car broken into near the Red Bridge and items stolen. This is the second report that I’m aware of. There aren’t any CCTV cameras nearby and the spot is pretty rural so don’t leave valuable kit in your vehicle that people with limited morals will target.

The evening crew were busy with their investigations and some checkpoints were carried out.

Daytime Friday was relatively quiet. The trend continued into the night, so we patrolled all over. There were some checkpoints that resulted in a drink driver and a restricted driver carrying a passenger.

A late-night callout to help Queenstown with a matter saw the on-call member mobilized and then stood down. They promptly returned to their house and pillow.

Saturday saw some speed enforcement done in the Cardrona Valley. Some burglaries were also attended.

There was a checkpoint on the dam in Lake Hāwea and the CBD was patrolled along with the suburbs. A fracas kicked off in the vicinity of Ragan Lane and Wilkin Road. Alcohol was a contributing factor to this. Additionally, some youths were taken home after being spotted out way past their bedtime.

We will have the counter closed on Easter Friday, Easter Monday and Tuesday, which is when the police observe Otago Anniversary Day. Coppers will still be around

though. Counter will be open Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 April.

Hope you all have a nice week. Take care.