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Porepunkah Shooting Suspect Captured in Police Operation

Victoria Police have apprehended 38-year-old Dezi Freeman after a major manhunt in the Alpine region. The suspect, wanted in connection with a firearms incident in Porepunkah, was arrested without incident near Bright.

Police officer's Nazi salute and shooting sparks investigation

A Victoria Police officer is under investigation after allegedly performing a Nazi salute and firing a rifle in a residential street in Porepunkah. The off-duty constable's shocking actions, captured on video, have prompted an urgent probe by Professional

Man charged with murder of Victoria Adams in Hammersmith

A 35-year-old man, Apapale Adoum, has been remanded in custody after being charged with the murder of 43-year-old Victoria Adams, whose body was discovered in her Hammersmith residence. The Metropolitan Police continue their investigation into this tragic

Man killed, woman critical in Porepunkah shooting

A man has died and a woman is in a critical condition following a targeted shooting in the quiet town of Porepunkah, Victoria. Police are investigating the circumstances of the attack.

Melbourne Police Shooting: Officer and Suspect Dead

A Victoria Police officer has been fatally shot and a suspect is dead following a critical incident in Tarneit, Melbourne's west. The community is in shock as authorities launch a major investigation.

Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws

Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.

Victoria's Welcome Sign Updated to Honour Traditional Owners

In a landmark move for reconciliation, Melbourne's iconic 'Welcome to Victoria' sign is being replaced with a new version acknowledging the Traditional Owners. This historic change marks a significant step in Victoria's nation-leading treaty process.

Erin Patterson Pre-Sentence Hearing: Mushroom Poisoning Case

Exclusive coverage from the pre-sentence hearing of Erin Patterson, who pleaded guilty to poisoning three guests with a deadly mushroom lunch in Victoria. The court hears harrowing victim impact statements as the community awaits her fate.

Inferno at Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market

A major fire has engulfed a section of the historic Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne, with over 100 firefighters battling the intense blaze. No injuries reported as investigations begin.

Gangsters' Dirty Cash Funds War on Organised Crime

In a stunning legal twist, the UK's National Crime Agency is using the ill-gotten gains of drug lords and gangsters to finance a relentless assault on the very heart of organised crime. Discover how dirty money is being turned into the ultimate weapon aga

Woman found dead in Upper Ferntree Gully home

A woman has been found dead in a residential property in Upper Ferntree Gully, with authorities treating the incident as suspicious. The homeowner, Zoe Walker, is assisting police with their inquiries.

London knife crime nearly doubles in decade

Knife crime in London has surged dramatically, with offences nearly doubling over the past decade. The West End has emerged as a hotspot, raising serious concerns about public safety under Mayor Sadiq Khan's administration.

School bus crash in Victoria leaves multiple injured

A terrifying school bus accident in rural Victoria has left several children and adults injured, with emergency services rushing to the scene. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

Teen charged over synagogue arson attack

A 19-year-old has been charged with car theft after a stolen vehicle was used in an arson attack on an Adelaide synagogue. Police continue to investigate potential hate crime motives.

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