Bringing you up to date with the news released by Australian Police on Friday, 08/01/2016.
The following are media news items released in the past 24 hours by their respective agencies.
Bike rider killed in Murrumbucca, Southern Region
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 21:53 AEST
A 44-year-old man has died in southern NSW after a head-on collision involving a motorbike and four wheel drive about 8.45am today (Friday 8 January 2016).
The crash occurred on Billilingra Road, Murrumbucca, north of Cooma.
The rider of the motorcycle was rendered first aid however died at the scene.
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.
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Man charged over coward punch
ACT Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 20:29 AEST
ACT Policing has charged a 20-year-old Braddon man following a ‘coward punch’ assault that occurred in Civic in the early hours of New Year’s Day (Friday, 1 January).
Following the release of CCTV footage on ACT Policing’s Facebook page, the man handed himself in at City Police Station and assisted police with their investigations.
He was released on bail and will appear in the ACT Magistrates Court on 15 January facing a charge of recklessly inflicting grievous bodily harm.
Police continue to urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident and have not yet spoken with police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via act.crimestoppers.com.au. Please quote reference 5904176. Information can be provided anonymously.
Community Safety
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Missing teenager Jessie Cruz
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 20:04 AEST
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing 15-year-old Albion girl, Jessie Cruz.
Investigators have been told Jessie was last seen leaving her King Edward Avenue home on 5 January.
Police are concerned for Jessie’s welfare due to her young age and have released the below image of her.
She is described as approximately 175cm tall with long, with dark-coloured hair.
Jessie was last seen wearing a white hoodie, black pants and black shoes.
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Pilot unhurt after plane crash – Southern Tablelands
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 20:02 AEST
A pilot has had a lucky escape after his plane crashed and caught fire in the Southern Tablelands tonight (Friday 8 January 2016).
About 6pm, emergency services were called to a private air strip near the Hume highway between Goulburn and Marulan.
A single engine Brumby had begun taking off when it crashed and caught fire.
The pilot and sole occupant, a 78-year-old man from Robertson, was able to leave the plane himself and did not require medical treatment.
The plane was destroyed
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Teenagers charged over Festival Plaza robbery
South Australia Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 19:48 AEST
Two teenage girls have been arrested following an investigation into an assault and robbery in the city on New Year’s Eve.
Police will allege about 3.30am on Friday 1 January, two men and a woman were assaulted by a group of people as they walked across Festival Plaza. One of the victims had her mobile phone and credit cards stolen from her handbag. All three victims required medical treatment for injuries sustained during the assault.
The stolen cards were used a short time later to purchase items from a nearby store.
Detectives from Eastern Adelaide CIB today arrested two teenagers and reported an 18-year-old woman in connection with the incident.
A 16-year-old Christies Beach girl was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and breach of bail. She was bailed to appear in the Christies Beach Magistrates Court on 17 March.
A 16-year-old Mitchell Park girl was arrested and charged with five counts of aggravated theft and three counts of attempted aggravated theft. She was bailed to appear in the Adelaide Youth Court on 10 February.
An 18-year-old woman from Christies Beach was reported for theft by receiving and will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date.
The investigation is ongoing and police ask anyone with information or who was in the vicinity of Festival Plaza and witnessed the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at https://sa.crimestoppers.com.au
Missing 16-year-old Angela Williams
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 18:01 AEST
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing 16-year-old girl Angela Williams.
Angela was last seen in Frankston on 28 December.
Police are concerned for Angela’s welfare due to her age and have released an image of her.
Angela is known to frequent the Wangaratta and Yarrawonga areas.
Anyone with information in relation to her whereabouts is urged to contact Wangaratta Police Station on 5723 0888.
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Missing man Bosko Santa
South Australia Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 17:32 AEST
Police are seeking the assistance of the public to help locate missing elderly man, Bosko Santa.
Bosko Santa, 76, was last seen about 1.15pm today, Friday 8 January, walking north along Days Road, Regency Park heading towards South Road. Police are concerned for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition and may be disoriented.
Bosko Santa is Caucasian, 168cm tall, medium build, with a fair complexion, balding white hair and blue eyes. He has a faint tattoo of a naked lady on his left forearm and was wearing a white t-shirt and black pants.
Police are actively looking for Mr Santa and ask anyone who spots him, or has information on his whereabouts, to contact the police assistance line immediately on 131 444.
Search for missing pregnant teen Rebecca Hatzis
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 17:29 AEST
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate 17-year-old Rebecca Hatzis who is 37 weeks pregnant.
Rebecca was last seen at the Northern Hospital in Broadmeadows when she attended an appointment regarding her pregnancy on the 17 December 2015.
The last contact anyone has had with Rebecca was a phone call about 6.15pm that night.
Police have serious concerns for Rebecca’s welfare and the health of her unborn child as she is not answering her phone and has not made contact with family or friends.
Rebecca is about 165cm tall, with long dark hair and is heavily pregnant.
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Police officer charged with drink-driving near Newcastle
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 17:10 AEST
An off-duty police officer has been charged with a drink-driving offence.
About 12.35am today (Friday 8 January 2016), officers stopped a vehicle on Pacific Highway, Belmont, for the purpose of a random breath test.
The female driver was arrested after returning a positive roadside breath test.
She was taken to Belmont Police Station, where a breath analysis returned an alleged reading of 0.074.
The senior constable, who is attached to a local area command within the Northern Region, was issued with a Field Court Attendance Notice for low-range PCA.
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Two charge after officer assaulted – Vaucluse
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 16:39 AEST
Two teenagers have been charged after a police officer was assaulted in Sydney’s east.
Shortly after 4am today (Friday 8 January 2016) police from Rose Bay Local Area Command were called to Wentworth Road after reports of a car crash.
Several police attended and located four youths who had fled from the scene of the crash.
A sergeant was assaulted during the arrest of one offender and after being treated at the scene by Ambulance Paramedics he was conveyed to hospital.
The officer had suffered facial injuries and concussion.
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Scammers target international students over social media
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 16:25 AEST
Police from Sydney City Local Area Command are investigating an internet fraud targeting international students over social media.
Starting in early 2015, police have been told a popular social networking platform was used to sell cheap airline flights.
A female account-holder offered the discounted tickets to a closed group on the platform.
At this time police believe more than 300 people have been victims of the scam.
Detectives continue to make inquiries into the matter and are working closely with victims.
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Man Charged – Aggravated Robbery – Darwin
Northern Territory Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 16:24 AEST
Strike Force Trident have charged a 22-year-old male following an aggravated robbery at a Darwin CBD service station on Daly Street.
Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Bland said Police will allege the male was involved in the aggravated robbery, where an attendant was assaulted, on 24 December 2015.
“The male was sighted in Karama yesterday and attempted to flee from members before being arrested. Further checks revealed that the male was also in breach of his bail conditions after he failed to abide by his reporting requirements.”
He will appear in Darwin Magistrates Court today charged with aggravated robbery, stealing and breach of bail.
Man arrested over serious assault at Glenelg
South Australia Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 16:22 AEST
Following an appeal to the public, a man has been arrested over a serious assault in the early hours of New Year’s Day.
At 2am on Friday 1 January, a 19-year-old man was allegedly assaulted on Moseley Street.
The victim received medical treatment at the time however his condition deteriorated in the following days and was taken to the Flinders Medical Centre for further treatment where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
Calls to Crime Stoppers led detectives from Sturt CIB to an 18-year-old man from Para Hills. He has been charged with aggravated assault causing harm and will appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 11 March.
Police wish to thank the public for their assistance and appeal to anyone who may have any further information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at https://sa.crimestoppers.com.au
Missing man Jarod Barnett
South Australia Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 16:13 AEST
Police are seeking the assistance of the public to help locate missing Mount Barker man, Jarod Barnett.
Jarod Barnett, 34, was last seen about 3pm on Sunday 3 January at Mount Barker. He has been reported missing and police and his family are concerned for his welfare.
Police have received information that Mr Barnett may be in the Forestville area, or surrounding suburbs.
Jarod Barnet is Caucasian, 187 cm, with a thin build and short brown hair. He may be wearing trackpants and a top and possibly a baseball cap.
Anyone who spots Jarod Barnett or has information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the police assistance line immediately on 131 444.
Two arrested in Braybrook
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 16:06 AEST
Two people have been arrested in Melbourne after they allegedly fled from police at Wangaratta today.
A patrolling unit passed a Holden Commodore, which matched the description of a vehicle police were looking for as part of an ongoing investigation, on Wangaratta Road about 12pm.
The divvy van has done a U-turn to try and intercept the vehicle when it has sped off onto the Hume Freeway.
The police Air Wing has monitored the vehicle from a distance as it continued to travel to Melbourne.
The vehicle was involved in a collision at the intersection of Duke Street and Ballarat Road in Braybrook about 2.30pm before the offenders fled on foot.
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Motorists urged to slow down, drive to the conditions – Operation Arrive Alive
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 15:59 AEST
Police are asking for motorists not to leave road safety behind as Operation Arrive Alive continues.
The state-wide operation commenced on 18 December and for the first time runs right through to Australia Day.
Traffic and Highway Patrol Command’s Acting Assistant Commissioner Stuart Smith said that January is a month that has, in the past, left a high road toll.
“Last January fatal crashes claimed the lives of 37 people and in 2014 there were 34 people killed,” Acting Assistant Commissioner Smith said.
“Those 71 deaths include 35 drivers, 18 motorcyclists, 10 passengers, seven pedestrians and one bicycle rider.
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Man assisting police with ‘coward punch’ enquiry
ACT Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 15:24 AEST
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A Braddon man aged in his 20s is now assisting police with their enquiries into a ‘coward punch’ assault that occurred in Civic in the early hours of New Year’s Day (Friday 1 January).
This afternoon the man handed himself in at City Police Station and is now assisting police with their investigations.
Police would like to thank the community and media for their assistance in swiftly providing information regarding the identity of the two men involved in the disturbance with the victim, pictured in CCTV.
ACT Policing investigations are continuing.
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Media Release: Shipment of stone contains 60kg of meth
Australian Federal Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 15:14 AEST
This is a joint media release by the Australian Federal Police, Australian Border Force and South Australia Police.
A 43-year-old South Australian man has been arrested and charged for his alleged involvement in the importation from Indonesia of approximately 60 kilograms of crystal methylamphetamine.
Operation Convive, was commenced by the AFP led National Anti-Gangs Squad (NAGS) in collaboration with international partners from Indonesian National Narcotics Board (BNN). Investigations progressed in Australia with the cooperation of the Australian Border Force (ABF) and South Australia Police (SAPOL).
Shortly before Christmas, AFP and ABF officers examined a shipment of stone products destined for Adelaide. Approximately 60 kilograms of a white crystalline substance was identified within the shipment. A presumptive test returned a positive result for crystal methylamphetamine, also known as Ice.
A seizure of this size has the potential street value of up to $40 million.
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Update 2: Homicide investigation, Parkinson
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 15:00 AEST
Police have charged a man following the death of a baby girl and serious assault of two other woman in Parkinson on January 6.
Police were called to Watheroo Place around 2.30pm following reports of three people being allegedly stabbed.
A two-month-old baby girl, a man and two woman were transported to hospital with serious injuries and the baby girl passed away later that afternoon.
A 52-year-old man has been charged with one count of murder and two counts of attempted murder.
A bedside hearing was held this afternoon in hospital and the man has been remanded in custody.
Statement from Tenglong Xu
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 14:40 AEST
Statement from Tenglong Xu:
My wife and I would like to extend our thanks to the community for the support they have shown to us since this tragic incident that occurred within our family home on Wednesday.
We are struggling to come to terms with the loss of our daughter and with the terrible injuries that my wife and her mother have suffered.
Whilst we appreciate the support we have received, we would like to ask members of the community and the media to please respect our privacy and the dignity of our family at this time and allow us to deal with this difficult situation and to grieve for our daughter as a family in our own private manner.
Man charged after assaulting police officer – PTC
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 14:20 AEST
A man has been charged over an alleged assault of a police officer and resisting arrest.
About 11.40am yesterday (Thursday 7 January 2016), officers from the Police Transport Command saw a 23-year-old man and a woman use the disabled barrier of Kings Cross railway station to access the platform and attempted to stop them.
The man walked away from the officers and became aggressive when they confronted him. He was then forced onto the ground and one of the officers attempted to place him in handcuffs.
The 23-year-old man allegedly bit one of the officers on the arm before he was restrained, arrested and taken to Kings Cross Police Station.
He was charged with assault police in execution of duty causing actual bodily harm, assault officer in execution of duty (two counts), resist officer in execution of duty and goods in personal custody suspected of being stolen.
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Woman charged over assault of six-year-old son – PTC
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 13:53 AEST
A woman has been charged over an alleged assault of her six-year-old son on a train.
About 8.30am yesterday (Thursday 7 January 2016), officers from the Police Transport Command arrested the 25-year-old mother of four and charged her with common assault.
The arrest followed reports that a woman had allegedly verbally abused then assaulted her child on a train service between Riverstone and Blacktown on Monday 28 December 2015.
PTC officers commenced an investigation and identified the woman before arresting her yesterday and taking her to Merrylands Police Station.
An apprehended violence order was granted for the protection of the woman’s four children, aged 10 months, 22 months, four and six years.
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Police investigate incident in Richardson
ACT Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 13:41 AEST
ACT Policing is seeking witnesses after an incident in Richardson last night (Thursday 7 January).
About 8pm, ACT Policing attended a residence on Clift Crescent, Richardson, following a report that a resident had returned home and found a small amount of damage to the property. There were no persons injured during the incident and no one was at the property at the time of the incident.
ACT Policing along with AFP Forensic Services attended the scene. The damage was believed to be caused by a firearm.
Police are asking the public to report any suspicious activity they may have witnessed around Clift Crescent, Richardson, at any time from 5.30pm on Wednesday 6 to 7.30pm on Thursday 7 January.
Anyone with information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via act.crimestoppers.com.au. Please quote reference 5907557. Information can be provided anonymously.
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Think again before burning off
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 13:34 AEST
A series of illegal burn offs in the Yarra Ranges over the past three weeks have prompted police to air their concerns about reckless fires.
Sergeant Carolyn Sunderland said a Fire Danger Period applied to the Yarra Ranges from 30 November 2015 to 1 May 2016.
“Police have responded to ten illegal burn offs in the past three weeks,” Sgt Sunderland said.
“These residents aren’t realising that you need a permit to burn off – regardless of the weather conditions.
“We’ve been seeing a lot of people burning off branches, trees and rubbish in their backyards. They don’t know they are breaking the law and can be charged for lighting a fire within a prohibited period.
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Man charged after alleged possession of child pornography seized – Forster
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 13:18 AEST
A man is due to appear in court today charged after child abuse material seized during raid in Forster yesterday.
At 10am (Thursday 7 January 2016), officers from Manning Great Lakes Local Area Command attended a home in Forster and executed a search warrant.
A number of computers and electronic devices were seized and examined.
A 64-year-old man was arrested at the location and taken to Forster Police Station.
He was charged with possess child abuse material x6 and was refused bail to appear at Taree Local Court today (Friday 8 January 2016).
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On the nose bicycle thief
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 13:13 AEST
Melbourne North Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating following the theft of perfume at a St Albans store and a bike at Flemington last month.
Investigators have been told a man entered a pharmacy on Main Road, St Albans about 8.35am on 9 December and stole several bottles of perfume.
The same man is believed to have returned to the store, stealing several more bottles of perfume, on 14 December about 10.15am.
The following day, the man attended a second-hand dealer on Racecourse Road, Flemington, and stole a Reid Ares bicycle about 10.30 am.
The bike is rare, being one of only two built in Australia.
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Theft of historic brass plaques from Clark Dam
Tasmania Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 12:56 AEST
Friday, 8 January 2016 – 12:42 pm.
Police are seeking information from the public about the theft of two historically valuable bronze plaques from the Clark Dam at Butler’s Gorge near Tarraleah.
The plaques commemorate the naming and opening of the Clark Dam in 1952.
They are approximately 60cmx 45cm and 60cm x 75cm.
They were stolen between 8 December, 2015 and 14 December, 2015.
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Burglary charges, Sunshine Beach
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 12:50 AEST
Detectives have charged two men following an alleged burglary on Seaview Terrace in Sunshine Beach last night.
It will be alleged at around 11pm a man gained entry to a home before stealing a vehicle from the residence.
Police will further allege two men attempted to steal another vehicle at the intersection of Reef and Eenie Creek Road in Noosa Heads but were unsuccessful and left when the driver called Police for assistance.
Officers from Pine Rivers later intercepted the men at Griffin with the use of a tyre deflation device. The men allegedly fled the vehicle on foot but were successfully tracked by officers from the dog squad and taken into custody a short time later.
A 23-year-old man from Narangba has been charged with one count each of burglary, receiving tainted property, stealing and two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle.
A 22-year-old man from Kallangur has been charged with one count each of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, burglary, receiving tainted property, stealing and two counts of unlawful use of a motor vehicle.
They are due to appear in Pine Rivers Magistrates Court today.
Woman attacked in Richmond robbery
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 12:44 AEST
Police are investigating an incident where a woman was robbed in Richmond on Sunday.
Investigators have been told the 59-year-old woman was walking along Lennox Street near Little Butler Street when she was approached by a man about 10pm on 3 January.
It is believed the man snatched the woman’s handbag, resulting in a brief struggle.
The woman was forced to the ground and the man ran off towards Church Street with her bag, phone and about $700 cash.
The man is described as being perceived to be of African appearance, tall with long black curly hair and wearing a brown t-shirt.
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Drugs, cash seized during search warrants – Northern Beaches
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 12:44 AEST
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Police have seized drugs and cash after executing a number of search warrants on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
In December 2015, police began investigations into the alleged supply of synthetic cannabis in the Northern Beaches area.
Following ongoing investigations, police yesterday (Thursday 7 January 2016) executed search warrants at a home on Delmar Parade, Dee Why, a business on Whistler Street, Manly, and a storage unit on Winbourne Road, Brookvale.
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Stabbing charges upgraded to murder following man’s death – Riverwood
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 12:40 AEST
A woman has now been charged with murder after a man who was allegedly stabbed during a domestic-related argument at Riverwood died in hospital.
Around 11.45pm on Sunday 3 January 2016, emergency services were called to a property on Hannans Road following reports a man had been stabbed.
Upon arriving at the location, police and ambulance paramedics located a 39-year-old man with a wound to his chest.
He was treated at the scene, before being taken to St George Hospital where he underwent surgery.
A 34-year-old woman was arrested at the location and taken to Campsie Police Station where she was charged with one count of wound person with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
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Arson Charges – Yuendumu
Northern Territory Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 12:40 AEST
Northern Territory Police and Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) crews attended a house fire in Yuendumu on 6 January.
Senior Constable Nicholas George said that shortly after 2.00pm Police were alerted to a fire at North Camp by a community member.
“Yuendumu Police contacted the CDRC, who deployed a crew who arrived to find the property partially alight.
“The fire was contained to the lounge room and was quickly extinguished.
“There was extensive smoke and heat damage to the rest of the house but thankfully, no one was home at the time.”
A 36-year-old male was charged with arson.
He has been remanded in custody and will appear in the Alice Springs Court today.
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Grievous bodily harm, Morayfield
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 11:28 AEST
Police are investigating an incident in Morayfield overnight where a three-year-old girl sustained a gunshot wound to the leg.
Around 11pm, police were informed that a child had been taken to the Caboolture Hospital suffering a gunshot wound.
Police attended the hospital as well as an address in Morayfield, where a crime scene was established.
The three-year-old girl was transferred to the Lady Cilento Hospital with serious leg injuries.
A man and a woman are currently assisting police with their enquiries.
‘Pen gun’ found after man arrested – Berkeley
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 11:26 AEST
A man will face court today after officers located a ‘pen gun’ at a home in Berkeley following his arrest yesterday.
About 8.40am yesterday (Thursday 7 January 2016), officers from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command attended a home on Nannawalli Street, to arrest a man wanted on warrants.
At the home, officers arrested a 49-year-old man.
Following his arrest, officers allegedly found a loaded ‘pen gun’ at the home. The gun was seized and will undergo forensic examination.
The man was taken to Lake Illawarra Police Station where he was charged with possess unauthorised firearm, possess ammunition without permit, stalk/intimidate, breach apprehended violence order, and an outstanding warrant for alleged domestic violence offences.
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Serious assault, Andergrove
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 11:19 AEST
Police are appealing for witnesses to assist with their investigation into an assault at Andergrove on January 6 that resulted in a man being taken to hospital.
Around 6.45pm a man at an Andergrove Road licenced premises was using a gambling machine when he was approached by a group of men who began to assault him.
A 26-year-old man, related to the man being assaulted, approached to assist when he was punched and knocked unconscious.
The group of assailants continued to assault both men before leaving.
The 26-year-old Andergrove man was taken to the Mackay Base Hospital where he received treatment for concussion.
The other man, a 54-year-old, was not seriously injured.
Police are appealing for witnesses who saw the incident or who know who may have been involved to contact Mackay police on 4968 3444 or Crime Stoppers on 1300 333 000.
Witnesses sought to ‘coward punch’ assault in Civic
ACT Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 11:16 AEST
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ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to a ‘coward punch’ assault that occurred in Civic in the early hours of New Year’s Day (Friday 1 January).
About 2.45am a male was the victim of a ‘coward punch’ assault whilst outside the Supa 24 convenience store located on East Row, Civic. The victim was in conversation with another male person when he was struck from the side by a second male.
Police arrived on the scene where they found the male victim laying on his back unconscious with his head on the ground.
The male victim sustained injuries that required him to undergo emergency surgery.
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‘Last Drinks’ project popular amongst patrons
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 11:09 AEST
Frontline police and Griffith University have been pleasantly surprised by the popularity of the partnered survey and breath testing of revellers as they leave entertainment precincts in the City and Fortitude Valley.
The Last Drinks project is part of ongoing research into people’s experiences at the precincts.
Griffith University Associate Professor Grant Devilly said the research was being conducted with the help of federal funding from the National Drug Strategy Law Enforcement Funding Committee.
“We have been seeking people out at the end of the night as they go home to see how their drinking night has gone,” Associate Professor Devilly said.
“So far 1125 people have participated in the project as they left to go home, with people very keen to take part. A quick survey conducted at train stations, taxi ranks and near popular venues includes the chance for patrons to undertake a voluntary breath test after estimating what their reading may be.”
“Our survey methodology generates very reliable response from patrons in the precincts at the right time of night, rather than unknown people who may not even visit the area responding to an email link at home or elsewhere.”
Officer in Charge Brisbane City Station, Senior Sergeant Corey Allen said police were already seeing some operational outcomes as the engagement increases positive interaction around areas linked to alcohol related violence.
“Frontline police working with the project team have had an excellent opportunity to engage people on such positive terms, when they are not in crisis or in trouble. We have had some encouraging discussions with people showing a high level of personal accountability and awareness,” Senior Sergeant Allen said.
“The average B.A.C. reading on people entering the precinct from the earlier Smart State project was approximately 0.07%, at this stage we are seeing marginal increase in the readings on exiting the precincts,” Senior Sergeant Allen said.
The results from the research engagement will help guide strategies into the future. Patrons are asked about a range of factors including how much they have spent and their previous involvement in alcohol-related incidents.
The project continues each Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights in the City and Valley for the next few months.
Police appeal for witnesses to serious traffic crash, Nerang
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 10:20 AEST
Police are seeking witnesses to a serious traffic crash that occurred on the Pacific Motorway at Nerang early this morning.
Initial information suggests that at around 2.45am, a male pedestrian was struck by a truck travelling northbound on the motorway.
The man was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital in a serious condition.
The driver of the truck was not physically injured.
Police are also seeking any information from the public who may have seen a man in his late forties with grey hair wearing khaki-coloured shorts on the western side of the M1 around 2am.
Anyone who may have seen the man on the Pacific Motorway or who may have any information in relation to the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.
Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.
For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444.
Stealing from Jewellery Store, Elizabeth Street, Hobart
Tasmania Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 10:03 AEST
Friday, 8 January 2016 – 9:52 am.
At about 1:30pm on 6 January 2016, a man entered a jewellery store situated in Elizabeth Street, Hobart and stole a tray of jewellery valued at $9400. The man had spoken with employees at the store prior to grabbing the tray and fleeing. No demands or threats were made.
As a result of investigations undertaken by uniformed police from the Hobart Division, a residence in South Hobart and Sandy Bay was searched yesterday afternoon. A 35 year old man was arrested and been charged with one count of stealing and one count of trafficking in a controlled substance. He is due to appear in court at 10am today.
Inspector Bodnar Officer-in-Charge of the Hobart Police said, “It is pleasing to resolve this matter within a short time frame, particularly when the majority of the jewellery was recovered by police. Investigations also led to the discovery of a hydroponic grow room in one of the properties, resulting in a trafficking charge”.
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Suspension of police officer in South Eastern Region
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 08:58 AEST
A 22 year old male Constable from South Eastern Region has been suspended from official duty with the Queensland Police Service.
It is alleged the suspended officer engaged in harassment of members of the Queensland Police Service. The allegations are now under investigation.
In keeping with our commitment to high standards of behaviour, transparency and accountability, we have undertaken to inform the public when an officer faces allegations of serious misconduct.
Information about the Queensland Police Service Integrity framework can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/corporatedocs/reportsPublications/other/Documents/QPS-ESC-Integrity-Framework.pdf
Information about compliments and complaints can be found at: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/online/ComplimentsandComplaints.htm
Man exposes himself on tram – Prahran
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 08:53 AEST
Detectives from Transit Safety Division Crime Investigation Unit are appealing for public assistance after a man exposed himself to woman on a tram in Prahran last month.
Police have been told that a 31-year-old woman was travelling on a tram along Dandenong Road when the man exposed himself about 7pm on Friday, 4 December.
The man then exited the tram at the intersection of Dandenong Road and Hotham Street about 7.20pm.
He is described as being in his late 20s, 175cm tall with a small amount of facial hair on his upper lip.
He was wearing a white t-shirt with 3/4 length blue sleeves.
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Update: Attempted armed robbery, Currimundi
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 08:47 AEST
A 21-year-old man has been charged following investigations into an armed robbery that occurred on September 23, 2015.
It will be alleged that around 7.20pm, a man armed with a piece of steel entered a supermarket on Buderim Street and attempted to rob the business.
The 21-year-old Sippy Downs man was charged with one count each of attempted armed robbery and enter premises with intent to commit indictable offence.
He is due to appear in the Caloundra Magistrates Court on January 20.
Drowning Somerset Beach – Esplanade Somerset
Tasmania Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 08:11 AEST
Thursday, 7 January 2016 – 10:01 pm.
At approximately 5.50pm on Thursday the 7th January 2016 Tasmanian Ambulance Services and Tasmania Police were called to the Somerset Beach in relation to a report that a mother and her two daughters had found themselves in difficulty whilst swimming at the Somerset Beach, and that the mother had been dragged from the water and that bystanders were performing CPR on her.
On arrival of Police, Ambulance Officers were in attendance and were performing CPR on a 49yr old Somerset woman. Two children aged 9yrs and 10yrs were being comforted by bystanders at the nearby Somerset Surf Club and were safe and well.
The female was transported to the North West Regional Hospital where she died a short time later.
A report is being prepared for the Coroner.
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Police warn of phone scam in Keilor Downs
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 07:50 AEST
Police are urging the community to beware of a phone scam that appears to be targeting residents in Keilor Downs.
The scam involves a caller stating that they are from the Australian Government.
The caller goes on to say the person receiving the call is owed $6000 and in order to receive this, they need to deposit $299 at the post office via Western Union.
The caller leaves a number, and when the victim calls back the scam is continued.
Keilor Downs Police Sergeant Jim Scanlon is asking local residents to be aware of the scam.
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Missing man, Goondiwindi
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 07:39 AEST
Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate 20-year-old Matthew Woods who was last seen on January 4 in Goondiwindi.
Mr Woods was last seen on Bowen Street about 11:30am and hasn’t been heard from since. Police hold concerns for his welfare as he suffers from a medical condition.
He is described as Caucasian, approximately 183cm tall with a proportionate build, brown hair and brown eyes.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen Mr Woods, or anyone who has any information regarding his current whereabouts, to immediately contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Pursuit in western suburbs – two men arrested
South Australia Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 06:58 AEST
Police have arrested two men following a pursuit overnight in the western suburbs.
Just after 11pm, patrols spotted a black Kawasaki motor cycle speeding along Frederick Road at Grange and tried to pull the rider over however, he refused and was pursued for a short distance before police terminated due to safety reasons.
The police helicopter – PolAir was nearby and followed the motorcycle from above to a house in Commane Avenue at Seaton.
Patrols attended the house and spoke to the occupants before locating the motorcycle inside.
A 36-year-old from Klemzig has been charged with drive dangerously to evade police and unlicenced.
Another occupant of the house, a 29-year-old from Seaton was charged with fail to truly answer questions.
Both men have been bailed to appear in the Port Adelaide Magistrates Court on 24 February.
Cyclist and drivers asked to share the roads
South Australia Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 06:16 AEST
Both cyclists and drivers are being put on notice that from tomorrow (9 January) police will be particularly focused on their behaviour when sharing the roads.
Figures released today show that more than 500 cyclists were injured in crashes reported to police last year (2015), plus four riders were killed.
Superintendent Anthony Fioravanti said the data painted a pretty bleak picture when considering road safety.
“Four cyclists died on South Australian roads in 2015, and another 69 suffered serious injuries which required their admission to hospital,” he noted. “That is an unacceptable toll and I believe we can do better as a community.
“Given the focus on cycling and cycling events this month, police are conducting a targeted operation to educate all road users and encourage people to share the roads.
“Operation Safe Cycling has a very simple message at its core – obey the road rules, irrespective of your mode of transport.”
The annual police operation is conducted in January with the popularity of the SANTOS Tour Down Under (TDU) event seemingly inspiring an increased number of riders to take to the roads.
“Motorists need to show patience and exercise care towards cyclists acknowledging the increased numbers on our roads for the TDU and during summer months,” Superintendent Fioravanti said.
“However, equally bike riders need to obey the road rules and not indulge in high risk behaviours that contribute to death and serious injuries on our roads.”
Cyclist injuries – 2015
In 2015, there were 518 cyclists injured in 510 crashes
- 4 fatalities
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69 serious injuries (Admitted to hospital)
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445 minor injuries (Treated at hospital or by private doctor)
79% were male
89.2% were in metropolitan Adelaide
25.3% were Right Angle crashes
12.5% were Side Swipes
12% were Right Turn crashes
45.6% of crashes occurred on 60 km/h roads
39.4% of crashes occurred on 50 km/h roads.
The Operation is running state-wide until January 31.
Serious traffic crash, Nerang
Queensland Police Service on Friday, 08/01/2016 06:10 AEST
Police are investigating a serious traffic crash that occurred on the Pacific Motorway, Nerang early this morning.
Initial information suggests that at around 2.45am a male pedestrian was struck by a truck travelling northbound on the motorway.
The man was transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital in a serious condition.
The driver of the truck was not physically injured.
The Pacific Motorway northbound near exit 66 (Smith Street) remains closed with diversions in place while the Forensic Crash Unit carries out investigations.
First custody officers to graduate
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 05:50 AEST
Hard work has paid off for the first squad of Police Custody Officers (PCOs) who will graduate from the Victoria Police Academy at a special ceremony today.
The 15 graduates were a part of a squad who are all from custody backgrounds. The squad also includes three former police officers.
The accelerated five week course, which they will complete today, took into consideration their previous experience.
The PCO graduates, who will start duties next week, will be mentored, managed, supervised and housed by their home police stations.
Assistant Commissioner Kevin Casey said that it was an important day for Victoria Police.
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Man found after being isolated by flooding for two days – Central Hunter Local Area Command
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 05:50 AEST
Police have located a man in the state’s Hunter region after he was left isolated by flooding for two days.
About 9pm on Tuesday 5 January 2016, the 56-year-old man was travelling along Allyn River Road, Upper Allyn, when his vehicle was swept from the road and into the river.
The man escaped with his dog and took shelter in a nearby cabin.
Yesterday (Thursday 7 January 2016), members of the public located personal items belonging to the 56-year-old man and contacted police.
Officers from Central Hunter Local Area Command, with assistance from NSW Ambulance Paramedics and State Emergency Service attended a short time later.
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Police hope to return stolen property
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 05:41 AEST
Police are hoping to return stolen property back to owners following an investigation into burglaries that occurred in Glen Waverley, Balwyn, Toorak and Kew during the last ten years.
Monash Crime Investigation Unit detectives charged a 53-year-old Doncaster man in relation to a large number of alleged burglaries and theft related matters.
Police will organise an open day at the Oakleigh Police Station on the weekend of 9 and 10 January and will have property out to view.
The Oakleigh police station is located at 1 Atherton Street Oakleigh and viewing times will be from 10am to 1pm.
Leading Senior Constable Melissa Seach
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Man dies after collision – near Yamba
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 05:24 AEST
A report will be prepared for the Coroner after a fatal collision on the state’s north coast yesterday.
About 11.45am (Thursday 7 January 2016), emergency services were called to the Pacific Highway at Tyndale following reports of a crash.
Police have been told a northbound Holden Commodore has collided with a guard rail, before hitting a southbound Toyota Camry, and then a power pole.
The driver of the Commodore, an 89-year-old man, was treated by NSW Ambulance Paramedics on scene before being taken to Gold Coast Hospital. He was pronounced dead on route.
The 87-year-old female passenger was taken to Lismore Base Hospital for treatment for possible arm and leg fractures.
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Two men charged with allegedly supplying ICE – Windsor
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 03:04 AEST
Two men have been charged with allegedly supplying methyl-amphetamine (ICE) to customers at a store in Windsor.
In December last year, detectives from Hawkesbury Local Area Command formed Strike Force Jenkinson to investigate the alleged supply of ICE in the Windsor area.
As a result of their inquiries, yesterday (Thursday 7 January 2016), two men – aged 24 and 25 – were arrested at separate locations in Windsor.
It will be alleged both men supplied ICE from a store on George Street, Windsor, with the older man also accused of selling an ICE pipe over the counter.
The 24-year-old man was charged with four counts of supplying a prohibited drug, and one count of doing so on an ongoing basis.
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Crib Point impound
Victoria Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 01:13 AEST
A Crib Point man got minimum chips and his car impounded in Crib Point last night.
Police in the area responded to a report of a vehicle swerving all over the road just before 9.30pm.
The car was intercepted on Stony Point Road and the driver, who had just picked up some take-away fish and chips, was breath tested.
He returned a positive reading and was taken to the police station for an evidentiary breath test where he returned a reading of 0.222.
The 41-year-old, who was also unlicensed, has had his car impounded for 28 days and will be charged on summons with drink driving related offences.
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Man charged over alleged retail theft – near Newcastle
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 00:35 AEST
Police have charged a man in relation to alleged shoplifting offences near Newcastle today.
About 2.30pm (Thursday 7 January 2016), employees at an electronic store on Abdon Close at Bennetts Green, alleged a man was attempting to steal a number of items.
When approached, the man fled but was apprehended and returned to the store, where it’s alleged he assaulted a staff member.
Officers from Lake Macquarie Local Area Command attended and arrested a 32-year-old man.
Following inquiries, police conducted a search of the man’s vehicle and located a number of items of alleged stolen property.
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Police investigate after car crashes into pole – Leppington
New South Wales Police on Friday, 08/01/2016 00:00 AEST
Police are investigating after a vehicle hit a pole at Leppington tonight.
About 7.40pm (Thursday 7 January 2016), emergency services were called to Bringelly Road, near the intersection of Eastwood Road, after reports of a crash.
Officers from Green Valley Local Area Command arrived to find a Ford Festiva had left the roadway and hit a pole.
The 39-year-old male driver was trapped for a short time, before being extricated from the vehicle.
He was treated by NSW Ambulance Paramedics on scene before being taken to Liverpool Hospital.
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Five injured after car drives off cliff near Batemans Bay
New South Wales Police on Thursday, 07/01/2016 21:13 AEST
Police are investigating after a car drove off an embankment and into a gully near Batemans Bay this afternoon.
About 2.30pm (Thursday 7 January 2016), emergency services responded to reports that a car had driven off the Kings Highway. On arrival officers from Far South Coast Local Area Command found a sedan had driven off a 10 metre embankment and hit a tree.
Four occupants – including an 11-year-old girl – were airlifted to Canberra Hospital. The 11-year-old remains critically ill. Her 16-year-old sibling was taken by road ambulance to Batemans Bay Hospital. She remains in a stable condition.
For the latest on road conditions, motorists are advised to check www.livetraffic.com
Far South Coast Local Area Command Inspector Angela Burnell said it was too early to determine the cause of this crash.
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