Logan Police Going Laser Hi-Tech
Queensland Australia - THE campaign against speeding motorists has taken a further step with Logan police employing greater use of micro-digicam technology.
The device is very similar to the hand-held laser speed detection unit, with an extra camera unit attached. Logan district traffic branch officer-in-charge Acting Senior Sergeant Paul Tabrett said the device was very effective because it allowed officers to detect speeding vehicles from a safe and secluded position.
“Once a speeding motorist has been identified an image is then sent to waiting officers further down the road,’’ he said. “That same image can also be recorded as evidence if needed. It is a very effective deterrent because it is not obvious at all.
Last Saturday Logan traffic police booked more than 60 motorists in two hours along the Mt Lindesay Highway near Browns Plains. Snr Sgt Tabrett said there were plans to use the unit more, along with unmarked speed cameras throughout Logan. “The message is clear to drivers - slow down,’’ he said.