Kids arrested at shopping centre at 3am
Six young teens have been arrested at 3am following an alleged burglary at a shopping centre, after they caused chaos during the showing of the latest Bridget Jones movie.
Crime
Accused killer ‘vulnerable’: court
A woman charged with the murder of a 78-year-old woman found dead inside a home is “not well enough” to appear in court.
Horror in Melbourne’s drug-riddled suburb
Addicts shooting up in the street, daily assaults and home invasions. This is the reality of life in Melbourne’s “drug Disneyland”. Warning: GRAPHIC
Major update in 1988 cold case mystery
A giant reward has been announced for information in relation to a violent murder that has been mired in mystery for almost 40 years.
Jet skiers accused of dangerous act
Jet skiers who allegedly endangered the lives of swimmers at a popular snorkelling spot face a string of charges over a series of dramatic events.
‘Not safe’: Fifi rages, Melbourne on the brink
The radio host says it was time to “take back control” of the streets as Victorians face the biggest youth crime spike in years.
Terrifying moment woman flees carjacking
Shocking footage has emerged of the moment a woman was allegedly punched and chased during an attempted carjacking at a car wash.
‘Disneyland for drug users’: Suburb in crisis
A Melbourne suburb has turned into a “Disneyland for drug users”, as a major government agency pulls out due to escalating violence.
Football fans’ pre-game Nazi salute: cops
Charges have been laid against seven men who were allegedly photographed performing a Nazi salute on their way to a soccer game.
Update after teen killed in hit and run
A 16-year-old boy was mowed down in November 2023 in an incident described by witnesses as “heart-wrenching.”
Pair stabbed at Bunnings over dispute
The pair claim they went to the carpark to confront the group of teens after the AirPods were allegedly stolen.
Vandals try to behead Captain Cook statue
The Captain Cook sculpture had been reinstalled only weeks prior after another vandalism incident.
Footage shows brutal soccer fan brawl
A video posted to TikTok has shown two groups of men, believed to be rival soccer fans, hurtling metal chairs and umbrellas at each other on a popular Melbourne strip.
‘Feel sick’: Council votes on homeless fines
Disturbing new details have emerged about the scale of crime in Melbourne’s bayside suburbs as a divisive solution emerges.
Woman slashed with machete at car wash
The chilling incident unfolded at a car wash, where the woman had been vacuuming her car.
‘Sickening’ act devastates coastal town
Police in a small Aussie town have launched an investigation after ten wombats were killed in a horrific, senseless act.
Shock ‘strap’ claim rocks elite school
An elite Aussie private school has launched a probe into shocking allegations junior boarding students were “strapped” by their senior peers.
Melbourne school in AI scandal: ‘Explicit’
Police are investigating allegations “sexually explicit” AI generated pictures of high school girls were circulated online.
Model killed during alleged bus stop stabbing
A young man who was allegedly fatally stabbed during a violent rampage at a bus stop in Melbourne’s southwest is being remembered as the “sweetest and most humble kid”.
Update after fatal hotel stabbing
An elderly man has been killed in a stabbing at a hotel overnight, with police arresting a man in relation to the attack.
Update after alleged Islamophobic assault
A woman has been arrested over the alleged assault of two Muslim women, including one who was pregnant, at a shopping centre.
Chilling clip from junkie-infested suburb
The eerie, almost deserted strip of shops in one of Melbourne’s most affluent suburbs has claimed another victim.
Australia’s worst pedophile priest dies
He was convicted of abusing more than 70 children over three decades as a parish priest in Victoria’s west.
Shocking CCTV from fatal arson attack
Police have released new footage of the arson attack they say killed an innocent woman while she was house-sitting for her brother.
Affluent suburb now crime ‘epicentre’
It was once the jewel in the crown for Melbourne. But today, one of the city’s priciest suburbs is being compared to Compton, LA and described as “like third world”.
Men accused of bizarre $50k haul
An organised crime syndicate who allegedly stole about $50,000 worth of a collector’s item has been put on notice.
State’s top cop hit by no confidence vote
Victorian police commissioner Shane Patton’s future is in question after an overwhelming vote of no confidence was passed by union members.
Man dead after shopping centre incident
A police investigation is underway into the death of a man after being chased by officers inside a shopping centre in southeastern Melbourne.
‘Pure evil’: Anger at fans Nazi salute
A soccer club has condemned and distanced itself from a group of soccer fans after a photo allegedly showing them performing a Nazi salute surfaced online.
‘Confronting’: Moment cop tasers woman
Dramatic footage has revealed the moment a police officer kicks, punches and tasers a woman who allegedly started a fire inside a petrol station.
Teens accused of carjacking, burglaries
Five teenagers, including a 13-year-old, have been arrested and charged after an alleged late-night violent crime spree.
Fed-up parents stand guard outside home
Furious Melbourne locals have staged a protest and stood guard outside a suburban home with cries of “dog” and “get out of this street”.
Mum speaks after fake gun pointed at baby
A young mother has described the harrowing moment her 18-month-old was allegedly threatened by three teenagers with a fake gun at a shopping centre.
Man made death threats to MPs, cops allege
A 33-year-old man allegedly made death threats and attempted to contact two members of parliament, in what police believe was an anti-Semitic abuse.
Man arrested for alleged murder of woman
A man has been arrested following investigations into the suspicious death of a woman who was found dead in her home.
Man hospitalised after road rage incident
A violent road rage incident involving a group of motorcyclists has left a man in hospital and his car a mess.
Controversial hate crime laws passed
Offences including displaying hate symbols and terror crimes will now carry mandatory minimum jail sentences under new laws passed in federal parliament.
Protester allegedly waves terrorist flag
The Australian Federal Police has made a fresh move against a man who allegedly waved a terrorist flag at a protest last year.
Tributes for ‘generous’ mum killed at home
The family of a woman who was allegedly killed at an Ascot Vale home on Friday have paid tribute to the generous and vibrant mum.
Grim milestone in search for Sam Murphy
Members of the Ballarat community have shared their pain as the search for missing mum Samantha Murphy reaches a grim milestone.
Mum’s heartache as tragic milestone looms
The mother of Samantha Murphy says she still holds hope her daughter will be found as the one-year anniversary of her disappearance nears.
Granddad dies in alleged burglary
A great-grandfather killed during an alleged burglary was “so excited” to set sail on his dream cruise just days later.
Man charged over double fatal shooting
Three men now stand charged with murder after a man and woman were allegedly fatally shot in Melbourne’s south.
Alleged ‘Pam the Bird’ graffiti artist named
A controversial piece of graffiti plastered in seemingly impossible places across Melbourne is solely the work of one man, police believe.
Slain gangster’s gold coffin, new cop details
The body of gunned-down Melbourne gangland figure Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim has been carried from his funeral service in a gold coffin.
$500k luxury car stolen from home
A Ferrari worth half a million dollars was stolen from a home in Melbourne’s west in a string of break-ins.
Search for ‘traitor’ who sold out The Punisher
Members of Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim’s inner circle are reportedly searching for the ‘traitor’ who revealed his location before he was shot.
Strange car detail in gangland killing
A second vehicle with a strange distinctive detail has been linked to the killing of a former underworld figure.
‘Eight shots later’: Slain gangster’s taunt
Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim was heard taunting one of his rivals in an ominous phone call before he was gunned down in a Melbourne carpark.
New details after underworld figure shot
A prominent former gangland figure was walking to his car with his girlfriend when he was shot multiple times, police allege.
Shock as man killed in deadly brawl
A man has died after being stabbed during a brawl inside a home, with another man now arrested and under police guard.
Cops’ shock arrest over historic rape case
Police have made a breakthrough in an alleged historic rape case – arresting a man who allegedly broke into a woman’s home and assaulted her.
‘Targeted attack’: Brawl before teens shot
A teenage boy is “very lucky” to be alive, while another has been seriously injured following a shooting that could have been sparked by a brawl.
Statues of ex-PMs decapitated
Two statues of former Australian prime ministers have been beheaded and a Captain Cook statue splashed with red paint days out from Australia Day.
Murder charge after body found in playground
The body of a man being remembered as a source of “love, light and inspiration” has been found in a playground near a primary school.
Disturbing reason lifeguard attacked at pool
Police have released photos of a group who may have information on the alleged assault of a young lifeguard at an aquatic centre.
Shock as car ploughs into home
Two people who were asleep in their home when a car ploughed into it are among those taken to hospital after the crash.
Man found dead in playground named
Tributes have begun pouring in for a man found dead in a park near a primary school, with another man in police custody.
Huge breakthrough after woman shot in back
A “person of interest” has been arrested in connection with the shooting of a woman on the Gold Coast, but the move has raised new questions for police.
Father, son killed at toddler’s birthday
A man in his 20s who died when he and his father were stabbed at a party is being remembered as a ‘deadly fulla’, keen footballer and genuine friend.
Father, son killed at 1yo’s birthday party
An argument at the party, attended by about 20 people, escalated into a brawl, which spilled onto the street, police said.
Woman killed in firebombing identified
A woman who police suspect was mistakenly targeted in a brazen arson attack has been identified as a glamorous Melbourne artist.
Cops probe betting on Tomic matches
Two matches played by Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic were the target of an ultimately fruitless suspicious betting investigation.
Manhunt after two men stabbed to death
Police are still searching for a man believed to have fled from the scene after two men were fatally stabbed.
‘Innocent’ woman killed in house firebombing
Vision shows the moment an explosion engulfs a suburban home, a car arriving at the scene just moments before the horror house fire kills a “completely innocent” victim.
PM’s plan to confront anti-Semitic attacks
The Prime Minister has revealed how he plans to tackle a rise in alleged anti-Semitic incidents across Australia after coming under fire in recent weeks.
‘No soul’: Family’s pain 40 years after crime
The family of an elderly woman who police believe was raped twice in her own home more than 40 years ago have issued an emotional statement.
15yo allegedly attacks man with machete
A man was left seriously injured after he was allegedly attacked by a machete-wielding 15-year-old in an armed robbery.
Yellow ‘shame’ stickers for dodgy businesses
Victoria’s illicit tobacco turf war is crushing local businesses, and retailers are pushing for this unconventianal measure to crack down on the illegal trade.
Double tragedy for stabbing victim’s family
The father of a young man killed in an alleged ambush attack has demanded justice, revealing he has now lost two sons to violence.
Father of two shot outside home
A dad has been flown to hospital after being shot in the back during an altercation outside a home while a young girl slept inside.
Teen almost shot during gangland execution
A mother has described the horror when her family home was caught in the crossfire of a gangland execution, saying her 15-year-old son is ‘very lucky to be alive’.
Fears over growth of ‘degrading’ act
Experts have raised concerns Australian legislators may not be able to keep up as cases of a “degrading” act pop up across the country.
Man killed in ‘ferocious’ attack near school
Police allege men were wielding machetes and other weapons in a violent late-night confrontation that left one man dead and two more injured.
Tragic find in search for missing man
The disappearance of a Melbourne man who was last seen by his family almost a year ago sparked months of searching, with police now alleging he was murdered.
Alleged killer driver limps into court
A man struck and killed after another driver allegedly ran a red light in a stolen truck has been identified, with a 40-year-old man now charged with manslaughter.
New detail about gangland shooting
Police have offered more information about a man believed to be involved in the shooting of a gangland figure overnight.
Man’s thumbs up after murder charge
A man has appeared bewildered as he faced court accused of murder just days after police discovered the body of a 49-year-old man in Melbourne’s southeast.
Police probe bushfire that cut off 100 campers
A bushfire that left about 100 campers stranded and forced dozens more to evacuate is now being treated as a criminal investigation.
‘Abhorrent’: School’s deepfake porn scandal
A student has allegedly created pornographic photos of female students using artificial intelligence, with the incident slammed as “abhorrent”.
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