Police mark another wanding milestone with operation in city mall
Queensland Police conducted a wanding operation at Brisbane's Queen Street Mall, marking a milestone under Jack's Law, which allows warrantless searches using metal detectors. Since the law's implementation, police have carried out nearly 127,600 scans and seized over 1,000 weapons. The operation, supported by Police Minister Dan Purdie, aims to enhance public safety in urban areas.
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