A total of 405 traffic infringements were issued over four weekends after Queensland Police Service (QPS) targeted hoons as part of Operation X-ray Antler in South East Queensland (SEQ).
Operation X-ray Antler was conducted on four consecutive Saturdays (4 October to 25 October) and targeted hooning in SEQ including in Moreton, Ipswich, South Brisbane, North Brisbane, Logan and Gold Coast districts.
Dangerous driving and hooning-related behaviour endangers the lives of those behind the wheel and puts innocent members of the public at risk.
Operation X-ray Antler deployed a range of covert and overt strategies, including the use of unmarked motorbikes to patrol known hotspots and take enforcement action.
Our message to anyone taking part in high-risk activities on our roads is that we will continue to target and investigate dangerous acts and take action against drivers.
About 12.05am on Saturday, 5 October, officers were called to Magnesium Drive, Crestmead to reports of a hoon event and a number of people smashing a Ford Falcon.
It will be alleged a 17-year-old Marsden man had poured a flammable liquid onto the Falcon before setting it on fire and fleeing in a Ford Fiesta.
The 17-year-old was charged with one count of arson and was dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act.
About 1.50am on Sunday, 12 October, police intercepted a white Subaru Liberty travelling westbound along the Ipswich Motorway, Review.
It will be alleged the Subaru was travelling 178km/h in a 100km zone.
The driver, a 19-year-old Bundamba man, was issued with an infringement notice.
Figures for Operation X-ray Antler as at 28 October, 2025:
- Traffic Infringement Notices (TIN): 405
- Spectator at an unlawful hooning event TIN: 65
- Type 1 offences: 8 people charged
- Impound/Forfeiture of vehicles: 2
- Notice to Appear (NTA): 55
- RDT: 33 – Drug Driver charged: 12
- RBT: 202 – Drink Drivers charged: 10
- Evade Police: 16 are these charges
North Brisbane Inspector Matt Blunn said Operation X-ray Antler targeted hoon drivers, spectators and social media promoters involved in organising or participating in illegal events.
"Organised hoon groups have escalated activity across SEQ, and QPS will continue to disband and take action against this type of behaviour," Inspector Blunn said.
"Operation X-ray Antler was a huge success with police undertaking new technics and enforcement strategies that will continue to be used in the future to reduce dangerous driving across Queensland.
"One key aspect that made this operation a success was having dedicated officers to respond to jobs quickly.
"The QPS takes dangerous driving seriously and will continue to target this type of behaviour to make all Queensland road safe."
North Brisbane Highway Patrol Officer in Charge Senior Sergeant Matt Rowe said the QPS is always continuing to evolve and adapt using the latest technologies and strategies.
"Throughout the operation we were able to trial and implement new investigative strategies, using technology which will be used going forward," Senior Sergeant Rowe said.
"If we can try and reduce the number of spectators at a hooning event, hopefully we can reduce the number of events."
Motorists are urged to drive safely, follow the rules and be aware of the "fatal five" which include fatigue, speeding, drinking and drug driving, distraction, and seatbelt use.
Road safety is a shared responsibility. Every road user - drivers, riders, passengers, and pedestrians, must commit to making safer choices to keep our roads safe.
"The Fatal Five, and associated traffic and criminal offences, are all avoidable and can be prevented if you choose to," Inspector Blunn said.
"Though enforcement, education and engagement will continue to be the highest priority for us as police, road safety remains a responsibility that we share with the community.
"Your life, and the life of your passengers and other road users, are in your hands.
"Please drive or ride with that weighty responsibility in mind and make the right choices to ensure you do all you can to prevent road trauma.
Investigations are ongoing.
Quote these reference numbers: QP2501584790, QP2501797358, QP2501843433
The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the 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
