Logan District Police have charged several men after conducting a successful operation targeting hooning activities in the region over the weekend.
A group of around 20 vehicles were first seen at Mercantile Drive in Park Ridge, with most occupants attempting to conceal their identities.
The group expanded in numbers and travelled from Logan down the Mount Lindsay Highway to Rocklea.
Inspector Glenn Ryder from the Logan Police District said the large group engaged in alleged dangerous driving behaviours, placing members of the public at significant risk of injury.
"A Falcon sedan with its roof cut off was witnessed being used for skidding with four to five occupants. This modification posed significant safety risks, leading us to prioritise its intervention.
Police attended a location at Grindle Road, dispersing the group and spectators.
The presence of police continued with officers on the ground monitoring their movements.
The modified Ford sedan was abandoned in Marsden and the driver was apprehended and taken into custody at a Logan address.
Another vehicle involved in skidding was also located and towed.
"We were able to detect and disrupt the hooning activities effectively while keeping the community safe," said Inspector Ryder.
"The operation was deemed a success due to the collective efforts of multiple districts."
Police will continue additional measures and intelligence driven deployment to deter further hooning activities.
"Our commitment to managing and reducing hooning activities is unwavering," added Inspector Ryder.
"We aim to ensure community safety through continued vigilance and coordinated efforts."
A 22-year-old Loganlea man was charged with driving of motor vehicle without a driver licence never held licence.
A 19-year-old Waterford West man was charged with two counts of dangerous operation of a vehicle and one count each of evasion offence at night, light vehicle must not be driven or parked on a road if defective, vehicles used on roads must be registered, drive uninsured vehicle and driving of motor vehicle without a driver licence Disqualified by Court Order.
Both men are due to appear in Beenleigh Magistrates Court on September 3.
A 20-year-old Park Ridge man has been charged with dangerous operation of a vehicle, receiving tainted property, obstruct Police Officer, vehicles used on roads must be registered and drive uninsured vehicle.
He is due to appear in Beenleigh Magistrates Court on October 29.
An 18-year-old Loganlea man was issue with a notice to appear for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and participate in hoon event.
He is due to appear in Holland Park Magistrates Court on September 6.
Queensland Police are committed to ensuring community safety, and this multidisciplinary operation sends a strong message to those individuals involved to deter them from organising, promoting, or filming such dangerous activities.
Police have released the below vision:
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing number of lives lost on our roads.
Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the 'Fatal Five' behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
Road safety is everyone's responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads
