The Law Enforcement Torch Run

From 12 to 19 April 2010, members of the South Australia Police will be participating in a world wide program known as the Law Enforcement Torch Run in the lead up to the 9th National Games of the Special Olympics being held in Adelaide, South Australia commencing 19 April 2010.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run was initiated in 1981 by the Chief of Police in Wichita, Kansas as a means of engaging his police with the community. This community engagement initiative has expanded into a world wide program with the aim of raising awareness and funding for the Special Olympic movement. The Special Olympics is a global organisation that offers children and adults with an intellectual disability year-round sports training and competition in Olympic-type summer and winter sports.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run program was adopted in 2002 by the New South Wales Police who ran the 'Flame of Hope' throughout NSW in the lead up to the opening of the 7th National Games of the Special Olympics. The 8th National Games were held in Queensland in 2006 where the 'Flame of Hope' was again carried by NSW and QLD Police to the opening of the 8th National Games.

LETR run with bike photo On the 19 March 2010 the 'Flame of Hope' will commence its' journey from Queensland to South Australia via New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania and will culminate with Commissioner Hyde, as Patron of the Law Enforcement Torch Run (SA), accepting the 'Flame of Hope' and together with a Special Olympian will light the Special Olympics Cauldron as part of the ceremonial opening of the 9th National Games. Special Olympics Australia are offering members of the public the opportunity to 'Run with the Law', an initiative designed to promote the 9th National Games of the Special Olympics and raise much needed funds for South Australian based Special Olympic athletes.

Be the first to experience the fun and excitement of 'Running with the Law' by simply clicking on the link www.runwiththelaw.com.au to register.

Important Online NPC Application Information

Records Release Unit implemented advanced scanning technology to process escalating volumes of National Police Check applications.

To help us process your application faster, please ensure that your printed application does not fall into any of the following 'scanner unfriendly' categories:

Operating system allows you to print a blank form and/or won't allow you to enter data
Forms print without barcode
Forms print without data boxes
Printed form appears reduced in size, skewed or off centre
Print is faint

If any of the above issues affect your online application, please attend a police station and request a printed copy.

Scanner unfriendly applications cannot be processed by the Records Release Unit and will be returned to the applicant.

PD267 Form Checklist

Ensure that non mandatory fields on the form that are not applicable are left blank (please refrain from using N/A, As Above etc)
When completing 'Other Names' fields (e.g. Maiden, Previous, Alias) include your Family Name and First Given Name/s
Ensure that the consent section on page 2 is signed
Ensure that the 100 Point Identification total is at least 100 points. (Cross check original documents against accepted ID documents listed in 'Proof of Identity' section on form).

The new online downloadable PD267 form is now available on the South Australia Police website.

Police urge community to provide information in fight against illegal drug activity

South Australia Police urges the community to come forward with information about illegal drug activity to assist in the fight against crime.

Superintendent Scott Duval, Officer in Charge of the Drug Investigation Branch, says South Australia Police (SAPOL) is committed to combating the illicit manufacture and sale of drugs across the State.

"Illicit drug activity is destructive to society. It destroys communities, families and lives. This unlawful activity can include the cultivation of cannabis, sale of illicit drugs such as heroin, cocaine, amphetamine or ecstasy, or involve the manufacture of illegal drugs in clandestine laboratories.

"We must work together to ensure that the community is safe. SAPOL continues to gather valuable information through various sources which assists with investigations and enables us to take appropriate action.

"One of these sources is from members of the public. Any piece of information can be important and we encourage anyone who knows where drug activity is taking place, or who is involved, to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Callers can remain anonymous," Superintendent Duval says.

Police are asking the community to pay particular attention to suspicious activity. What to watch out for:

Indicators of illicit drug activity may include:

Blacked out windows
Extra padlocking on doors
Premises being used occasionally or late at night
Extensive security systems
Visitors who stay for short periods of time
People carrying unusual items in to the house such as large light shades and glassware.
Cannabis production in South Australia is a major criminal activity. The onset of warmer weather is the commencement of the 'growing season' for outdoor cannabis plants. Crops are usually grown in areas of native scrub vegetation and market garden areas.

Click here for further information

New Design for Academy Unveiled

Premier Mike Rann, along with Commissioner Mal Hyde, has this week unveiled the design plans for the new $59 million Police Academy redevelopment at Taperoo. A key feature of the new Academy will be a 'scenario village' made up of replica buildings and will include a bank, pharmacy, suburban house and police station/watch house.

"With a significant emphasis on scenario based learning, the village will be used to emulate situations often faced by police officers and have been incorporated to enhance training of members," Premier Rann says.

"This new facility will create a training environment that nurtures and supports a progressive and community focussed police service. The latest technologies will also be incorporated into the new classrooms and new buildings will adhere to a 5-star Green Star rating."

"This new training base will ensure the State's future police officers have the very best training facilities as they embark on their law enforcement careers," he says.

The Academy development project will also include a new physical training centre which will contain two large rooms, one with padded floors and walls and the other an exercise room with fitness equipment; accommodation block and auditorium which will be built near the existing indoor firing range.

Construction is planned to commence in March 2010 and is expected to be completed in November 2011.

'A Pictorial History 1838 - 2008'

As part of celebrations for the 170th anniversary of the foundation of the South Australia Police, a special book has been produced. It features a pictorial history of our organisation from 1838 to 2008.

The book is a tribute to the many fine men and women who have worked, and continue to work, so diligently, ethically and courageously for the South Australia Police during those years. It also highlights our high level of customer service to the South Australian community over the past 170 years.

For further information about this limited edition.

Breaking news...

Operation Adelaide Cup 2010 (10/3/2010)

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Theft of a trailer and sporting equipment - Felixstow (10/3/10)

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Attempted Abduction - Kilkenny (09/03/2010)

Western Adelaide CIB is investigating the attempted abduction of a woman in the Kilkenny area. More

Youtube driver identified - 09/03/10

Youtube vision of a car doing a sustained wheel spin or burn-out in Rundle Street on Friday night surfaced yesterday prompting a call from police for the driver to come forward or assistance from the public to help identify the driver. It is understood that following airing of the vision on news services, the alleged driver presented himself to the Holden Hill police station. Eastern Adelaide traffic police last night interviewed and then reported a 24 year old man from St Agnes. He has been reported for manner dangerous, misuse of a motor vehicle and fail to stop and will appear in Court at a later date.

Hotel break-in at Seaton - 09/03/10

Western Adelaide Police are seeking information from the public following a break-in at the Seaton Hotel overnight.. More

Gang member arrested for drug offences (5/3/2010)

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Armed Robbery at BP Alberton (5/3/2010)

Western Adelaide CIB are investigating an aggravated robbery which occurred this morning at the BP service station, Port Road, Alberton. More...

Enjoy the long weekend but please do so safely (5/3/2010)

With a long weekend full of activities such as the Fringe festival, the Adelaide Cup race day and an opportunity for a short holiday break, South Australia Police cannot reiterate enough how important it is for motorists of all ages to take care when driving. More...

Drug Seizure and arrest (4/03/2010)

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Fire at Birdwood (4/3/2010)

Hills Fleurieu police and CFS crews are currently at the scene of a fire at Shannon Street, Birdwood. More...

You can run - but you can't hide (4/3/2010)

Sturt Police arrested a motorcycle rider yesterday following alleged traffic offences that occurred nearly 4 weeks ago. More...

Man arrested after ramming a police car (3/3/2010)

Western Adelaide police have arrested a 25 year old man from Brompton after the car he was driving rammed a police car. At about 5.10am, a police patrol came across two cars allegedly doing burnouts before drag racing on South Road, Renown Park. More...

Rebels barred from hotels for 2 years (1/03/2010)

South Australia police Crime Gangs Task Force officers have obtained Barring Orders pursuant to the Liquor Licensing Act for 13 members of the Rebels bikie gang to prevent their attendance at 10 licensed premises in the Glenelg entertainment precinct for the next 2 years. More...

Armed robbery at The Finsbury Hotel (1/03/2010)

At about 6.30 am on Monday 1 March 2010, two men wearing balaclavas entered the gaming room of the Finsbury Hotel on Hanson Road, Woodville North and threatened staff with a firearm. The offenders accessed a safe before leaving the hotel with an undisclosed amount of cash. The offenders were seen to leave the hotel in a late model Silver Toyota Camry / Aurion which has a large, obvious dent in the driver's door. This vehicle was last seen travelling south on Lonsdale Street, Woodville North. More...

Missing Person - Graham Barnes (1/03/2010)

Western Adelaide Police are seeking public assistance in locating 49 year old Graham Barnes. More...

Fatal crash - Houghton (1/03/2010)

Sadly a motorist died last night after his car hit a fallen tree on Lower North East Road at Houghton at about 9.30pm. More

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On-going investigations...

"Phreaking" Investigation (23/2/10)

Detectives from the South Australia Police, Electronic Crime Section, have been investigating a recent incident involving a local Adelaide business and hundreds of unauthorised phone calls billed to their account. More...

Aggravated robbery series - Northern Suburbs (22/2/10)

Detectives from Operation Counteract, Organised Crime Investigation Branch, are seeking the assistance of the public to help identify a man and a woman who are believed to be responsible for a series of six aggravated robberies committed on businesses in the northern suburbs. To view CCTV images of the two suspects, click here...

Operation Amble (22/2/10)

Operation Amble is an intensive road safety initiative targeting pedestrian behaviour in the Adelaide CBD and Norwood. The operation will start today and run until Friday 26 March. Eastern Adelaide Patrols will be enforcing compliance with traffic signals and road rules by both pedestrians and drivers. More...

Witnesses sought to fatal collision at Colonel Light Gardens (12/2/10)

At about 9.15 am on Friday 5 February, a collision occurred on Goodwood Road at Colonel Light Gardens when a white Daihatsu sedan struck a pedestrian. The elderly female pedestrian later died of her injuries in hospital. More...

Vehicle explosion at Enfield - Declared a Major Crime (11/2/10)

A vehicle explosion occurred at about 5.20 am this morning in Truscott Road, Enfield. Two men, believed to have been in the vehicle at the time of the explosion, were located deceased at the scene. More...

Missing Person - Salisbury East (5/2/10)

Elizabeth Police are requesting public assistance to locate a missing person. Craig Leonard, 41 years of Salisbury East was last seen by his family in the vicinity of his home on the 10 January 2010. Mr Leonard has not made contact with any person since this date. Police hold grave fears for his welfare because he suffers from several ailments which require regular medication. More...

Stalking suspect sought (25/1/10)

Holden Hill Police with assistance from Sexual Crime Investigation Branch are investigating a number of stalking offences occurring in and around Para Hills West. Police have obtained information from witnesses and a likeness of the suspect has been produced. More...

Missing Whyalla Man - Henry (Harry) Houston (27/11/09)

The disappearance of Harry Houston has been declared a major crime. More...

Murder Investigation - Alan Ames (27/11/09)

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Missing Whyalla man - Henry (Harry) Houston (21/11/09)

Detectives from Whyalla CIB and Major Crime Investigation Section are investigating the disappearance of Mr Henry (Harry) Houston (see SAPOL Media Release dated 3 November 2009). A large scale search of the Whyalla area started yesterday and will continue throughout today utilising local police and SES volunteers.

The last confirmed sighting of Mr Houston was between 11.00 am and 12.15 pm on Friday 30 October 2009 when he left his Jasmine Drive, Whyalla address in his red Toyota 4Runner registered WBD-495. (see photos of vehicle by selecting 'More'). More....

Fatal hit run - Cold Case Investigation (11/11/2009)

South Australia Police Major Crash Investigation Unit is conducting a fresh investigation into the death of Sean Pascoe, 26 years late of The Esplanade, Coffin Bay. Fresh information has been received which instigated a review of the case and the initiation of a new investigation. More...

Property may help solve murder of David Fletcher (7/10/09)

Major Crime Detectives are hoping that someone will recognise property found with the skeletal remains of murder victim David Fletcher in the Poona Copper Mine at Moonta in April this year. The property includes a large red floor rug and a black bomber-style jacket with 'Northridge Rovers' embroidered on the back. For more information and to view images of items identical to those found with the remains of Mr Fletcher, click here...

Murder of Corinna Marr (7/8/09)

Major Crime detectives today announced there will be a review of the unsolved murder of Corinna Marr. Ms Marr was murdered in her Collingswood unit on Friday 4 July 1997. No person has been charged with her murder. More

Susan Goodwin disappearance (22/7/09)

Major Crime Detectives are asking for any information from the public about two vehicles seen near Susan Goodwin's home address in Port Lincoln just before her disappearance in 2002. Her disappearance has been declared a Major Crime, and Police suspect she met with foul play. More...

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Mobile Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras (23/9/09)

Assistant Commissioner Bronwyn Killmier has confirmed South Australia Police are trialling Mobile Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras in four patrol cars. The trial, underway until the end of the year, will measure the success of the initiative before a decision is made on whether SAPOL will expand the number of ANPR cameras. More...

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