The Western Australia Police Force has announced that phase three of its highly successful Operation Heat Shield summer crime blitz is to involve increased patrols over the summer months.
In a statement, the Police Force said additional funding would allow police to boost the number of shifts and proactive patrols by an additional 38,500 operational policing hours between December and March.
Deputy Police Commissioner for the Police Force, Gary Dreibergs said in addition to the significantly increased proactive police patrols, Operation Heat Shield allowed police to run coordinated and targeted operations to take out perpetrators of burglary, theft and violent offences.
“More mounted police, canine unit, bike and beat patrols in and around entertainment and transport precincts will be part of the blitz to deter anti-social behaviour and provide reassurance to the public,” Deputy Commissioner Dreibergs said.
Minister for Police, Paul Papalia said Operation Heat Shield provided increased operational capacity to tackle the forecast rise in crime rates expected during the summer period.
“It means more frontline officers will be on hand during this period to provide a stronger police presence in our entertainment precincts and shopping and transport hubs,” Mr Papalia said.
“The summer period and festive months are a time for all Western Australians to enjoy and Operation Heat Shield will ensure an increased police presence on the streets to help keep Western Australians safe,” he said.
