Territory man slapped with $5000 fine for not self-isolating after returning from Melbourne
A Territory man has been fined $5000 on the spot for not self-isolating after returning from a trip to Melbourne.
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A MAN has been fined for failing to self-isolate after returning to the Territory from Melbourne.
Northern Watch Commander George Matthews said the man was not at home when a compliance check was undertaken.
“Given the influx of arrivals from Victoria prior to the ‘hot spot’ declaration, it is anticipated there will be further self-isolation breaches identified in the coming days.
“The male was issued with a $5000 on the spot fine.”
Members of the public are encouraged to report suspected breaches of the chief health officer’s directions by ringing 131444 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Originally published as Territory man slapped with $5000 fine for not self-isolating after returning from Melbourne
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