From Friday 27 February 2026, the Queensland Police Service will commence Operation Yankee Forge, a six-month enhanced statewide operation focused on reducing victimisation and targeting offenders who cause the greatest harm to our communities.
The operation will enhance policing activities across Queensland to further reduce victim numbers and improve community safety.
Police regions, supported by specialist squads, will conduct coordinated disruption activities across the state. Police will target high harm offenders and work closely with partner agencies to hold them accountable. With a strong focus on crime prevention, police will be highly visible as they prevent, disrupt and investigate offences, focusing on unlawful use, robbery and unlawful entry.
The operation will be locally led and centrally coordinated, leveraging the knowledge and experience of officers who know their communities best.
During his first week as Acting Commissioner Brett Pointing APM said the operation will be rolled out simultaneously across the state, tackling crime and forging strong community connection.
“The QPS is committed to combating crime that impacts everyday Queenslanders,” said Acting Commissioner Pointing.
“I want to send a clear message to criminals – if you cause harm in our communities, you will be held to account.
“I would like to thank our people for the incredible work they do each day and for their unwavering support to their communities during this operation.”
Deputy Commissioner Regional Operations, John Tims said communities will see more proactive patrols to reduce the opportunity to offend.
“Bolstered by coordinated investigations and shared intelligence, the operation will target prolific, high harm repeat offenders,” said Deputy Commissioner Tims.
“Responses will be tailored for local issues and have the flexibility to strategically shift gears to target high crime and high harm locations.
“Operation Yankee Forge is about reducing victims of crime, supporting frontline police and keeping Queenslanders safe through evidence-based policing and more targeted policing deployment.”
Specialist personnel from areas including State Flying Squad, Youth Co-Responder, Public Safety Response Safety Team will be teaming up with local police to deliver highly coordinated, visible and targeted policing activities.
The operation will be guided by an adaptive and evolving approach to policing, ensuring activities remain timely, evidence-based and intelligence led in response to current and emerging issues.
Community safety is a shared responsibility, and Operation Yankee Forge is supported by encouraging community members to look out for one another, report suspicious behaviour and take practical steps to protect their homes and neighbourhoods.
By staying connected and alert, communities play a vital role in preventing crime and reducing harm.
