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Eyewatch

Locality: Geelong, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5225 3100

Address: Geelong Police Station, 110 Mercer Street 3220 Geelong, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.police.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 The holiday season should be a time for celebration. Sadly, we see a peak in family violence. Family violence is never okay. There is no excuse for abusing a family member. We will continue to respond to reports of family violence, and are here if you need us: https://bit.ly/3nK6FOG

25.01.2022 YOUR LOCAL POLICE ARE ASKING YOU TONIGHT!! Your vehicle that's parked outside tonight - Is it locked, are your valuables like your wallet, purse, mobile phone etc removed from it? If not, why not? There is nothing new about this message from your local police and yet still approximately 50% of vehicles broken into overnight are unlocked and 100% of the vehicles broken into have items of value to steal left in them. That's a frustrating statistic for a crime that could easil...y be avoided. DON'T BE A VICTIM OF AN OPPORTUNISTIC CRIME LOCK YOUR VEHICLE AND REMOVE YOUR VALUABLES!!!!

23.01.2022 Do you recognise this man? Police are investigating after a 20-year-old man was assaulted with a hammer in Geelong on 11 September. Read more: https://bit.ly/3mh0xMH

22.01.2022 **** OPERATION STRIKE TEAM 1 **** The Victoria Police Search and Rescue Squad have joined the operation this weekend. Members from this elite squad are attending numerous locations around the Geelong and Surfcoast police service areas searching waterways in an effort to locate an array of items including stolen and abandoned motor vehicles. To assist their efforts, the members are utilising the most up-to-date technology in underwater machinery.

20.01.2022 Detectives have charged a 58-year-old woman following the death of a 28-year-old Ringwood woman in Kangaroo Ground. The Rhyll woman will face dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing serious injury charges.

20.01.2022 2020 has been a challenging year for us all. If you’re out on the road this weekend, remember that a little patience and kindness goes a long way. Find out more about how to keep yourself and other road users safe on the roads>>>https://go.vic.gov.au/g9UoTI

20.01.2022 Crime Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police are asking you to turn in tool thieves If you are aware of someone stealing and reselling tools and equipment around your construction site, make an anonymous report. Helping police to identify tool thieves will allow them to hold offenders to account and return the goods to their rightful owners.... If you know of or see suspicious behaviour either online or around construction sites, report it online at crimestoppersvic.com.au or call 1800 333 000.

19.01.2022 *** IT'S NEVER TOO EARLY *** Portarlington Police were out nice and early this morning. 6am start with some traffic safety patrols around the peninsula. 8.28 am male driver intercepted for speeding on Portarlington Road, Curlewis. 99km/h in an 80 km/h zone.... 8.50 am male driver intercepted for speeding on Portarlington Road, Curlewis. 103 km/h in an 80km/h zone. Both drivers issued with infringement notices for $330 and 3 demerit points. 9am Breath Testing Site in High Street, Drysdale. Pictured is Leading Senior Constable Monteith enjoying the sun and testing drivers for alcohol. Thankfully, all drivers tested zero. Please slow down and be safe on our roads! We want to have a road trauma free weekend.

18.01.2022 ASSAULT CAUSING INJURY IN LITTLE MALOP STREET Police are investigating a serious assault that occurred in Little Malop Street at approximately 4:00AM on Sunday the 7th February 2021. We need to speak to the male in the white top with the gold ‘PUMA’ logo in the pictures below who we feel will be able to assist this investigation.... We would also like to speak to the female in the red dress (also depicted below) as she appears to be known to the other male and will know who his identity. If you know the identity of either of these persons or have information regarding the assault please call First Constable Sam MCDONALD at the Geelong Police Station on 52 253 100 or call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and refer Incident Number 210048305.

17.01.2022 Lily is missing. The 13-year-old was last seen in Belmont on 23 February. Police and family are concerned for her welfare due to her age. Lily has a slim build and is approximately 170cm tall with long brown/blonde straight hair.... Keep a look out in Geelong, Belmont, Geelong West and Waurn Ponds. Anyone with information about Lily’s whereabouts is urged to contact Geelong Police Station on (03) 5225 3100. LEAP 210066978

17.01.2022 16 Days of Activism is an annual international initiative which is used as a platform for organisations around the world to campaign against varying forms of abuse. Victoria Police is proud to join communities across the globe in bringing much-needed awareness to gender-based violence and challenge the attitudes that support it. We understand that although restrictions are beginning to ease, some people may still be in vulnerable situations at home. We want to ensure victims that we continue to respond to family violence matters as a priority and there are ways to seek help >> go.vic.gov.au/VhbGH2

17.01.2022 **** WANTED ON WARRANTS **** Trevor ROBERTSON (36 years old) has two outstanding warrants for his arrest. These warrants relate to family violence and traffic matters. It is believed ROBERTSON is in the Geelong area. He is required to attend at his local police station in order to have these warrants dealt with. If you have any information in relation to his whereabouts, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. You can remain anonymous if you wish.

16.01.2022 *** MISSING PERSON *** Lashante PETTIT - 16 Years At approximately 11.45 am on Monday the 23rd of November, 2020, the missing person left her address and has not returned.... Lashante is known to frequent the Melbourne and Geelong CBD. Described as being Aboriginal, medium build, 160cm tall with black hair. Believed to have been wearing a black hoodie and black tracksuit pants at the time of her leaving. If you see Lashante please call police immediately on 000.

15.01.2022 Fleet complete Five new 7.5-metre Naiad rigid hull inflatable boats have been added to the Water Police’s squadron, helping to ensure police can respond to incidents on the water. Read more in Police Life SPRING 2020 >>> https://bit.ly/3nSiwd4

15.01.2022 A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM US TO YOU This festive season, more than any other in recent history, is taking on extra significance as people look to relax and celebrate after a challenging year. What this year has also shown us is the importance of family and looking after ourselves and each other. Your police want you to enjoy yourselves this festive season provided it is done in a safe, peaceful and respectful manner. Any violence, especially family violence, is unacceptabl...e and you can be assured that police will be treating any reports with the seriousness they deserve. Geelong and the Surf Coast are blessed with some of the most beautiful places, especially at this time of year. They are here for us all to enjoy. Those who wish to engage in anti-social behaviour, particularly driven by alcohol or drugs, will find themselves promptly coming to the attention of police. We will be out and about ensuring that people are doing the right things on our roads. We will be alcohol and drug testing as well as enforcing the road rules. It is feasible that there will be some traffic congestion on our roads, be patient, you will get there. There are restrictions on patron numbers allowed inside all licensed premises due to COVID-19 and this in turn is leading to longer queues outside licensed premises, especially those with late licences. The restrictions are being strictly enforced by both management and police and will not be changing in the near future. It is reasonable to suggest that if you find yourself in a long queue in the early hours of the morning, you will still be in it when the venue shuts. Also of concern are reports of people not socially distancing whilst in the queues. Your place in the queue remains the same irrespective of whether you are two metres or 20 centimetres from the person in front of you. If you are in and around licensed premises, respect others and keep the noise to a minimum. There are limited taxis in the CBD, so where possible, plan a lift home. With the warmer months comes the desire to cool off in the water. Beware of the dangers with swimming, be it in fresh water, pools or the sea. Males aged 25-34 years old are most at risk here. Whilst the advice our mothers gave us about the dangers of swimming shortly after eating may be up for debate, the dangers of consuming alcohol and swimming are not. Look after yourselves and each other. Senior Sergeant Gareth ROWE - Divisional Support Manager

14.01.2022 *** OPERATION NEXUS *** As part of the statewide road traffic operation, "Operation Nexus", Geelong Highway Patrol members will be out in force over this Easter weekend. On Thursday the 1st of April, 2021, the shift had barely started when they detected a 38 year old driver from Burnside Heights in Mt.Duneed Rd, Mt.Duneed, travelling at 107km/h in a 80zone. The driver also tested positive for methamphetamine. The driver will appear at the Geelong Magistrate's Court in the n...ear future. An RBT site was also conducted outside the Waurn Ponds Police Station between 1000hrs and 1100hrs. The offences detected were as follows; - A 35 year old driver from Winchelsea tested positive for cannabis and will be summonsed to appear in court. - A 37 year old driver from Highton tested positive for methamphetamine, was using an unregistered motor vehicle and was driving unlicenced. This driver will also be summonsed to appear in court. - A 49 year old driver from Grovedale also tested positive to drugs and will be summonsed to appear in court.

13.01.2022 Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Norlane woman Kate. The 37-year-old was last seen in Norlane on 25 February 2021. Police hold concerns for Kate’s welfare due to the length of time she has been missing.... Kate is known to frequent the Belmont, Grovedale and Norlane area. Kate is described as 160-165cm tall with blonde hair and a medium build with a red rose tattooed on one ankle. Anyone who sees Kate is urged to contact Geelong Police Station on 03 5255 3288.

13.01.2022 Four teenagers from Albion, Meadow Heights and Highton, ranging in age from 13 to 16, were each charged with a range of offences including reckless conduct endangering serious injury, theft of motor vehicle, handle stolen goods and commit indictable offence while on bail. They were remanded to appear at a children’s court at a later date. A 16-year-old Sydenham male was charged with theft of motor vehicle, handle stolen goods and commit indictable offence while on bail. He was bailed to appear at children’s court at a later date.

13.01.2022 Call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or use the online reporting tool to report non-urgent crimes and events to police, anytime, anywhere. It's for when you need us, but not the sirens. Go to police.vic.gov.au/palolr to find out more.

13.01.2022 While we know anyone can be a victim of abuse, the overwhelming majority of family violence and sexual offences are perpetrated by men against women and children. Gender-based violence is unacceptable in all communities and cultures and Victoria Police is committed to challenging attitudes, protecting victims and holding perpetrators to account. If you require immediate police assistance, always call Triple Zero (000) ... @safe steps Family Violence Response Centre offer confidential 24/7 support to victims, online and over the phone, and also provide advice to friends or family reaching out on their behalf https://bit.ly/3mmOmhA Victoria Police proudly supports 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. #TheOtherPandemic #16days of Activism

12.01.2022 Some more terrible news. A man has died in hospital following a collision on 14 October on the Princes Highway in Norlane about 5.20pm. The driver of the Ford, a 68-year-old Norlane man, was taken to hospital after sustaining serious injuries but has since died.... Anyone who witnessed the crash or with dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

11.01.2022 If you leave car keys in your vehicle, you may as well be giving criminals a free ride. The best way to stop vehicle theft is to stop giving criminals the opportunity to do so. Secure your vehicle by locking it and placing your car keys in safe place that is known only to you.... If you are a victim of car theft, you can report it to the Police Assistance Line on 131 444. If the crime is happening now, or an offender might still be in the area, call Triple Zero (000). You can also report confidentially to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at https://bit.ly/3od4Vxh

11.01.2022 FIREARMS FRIDAY - CHRISTMAS EDITION As the holiday season commences I get a lot of enquiries about travelling with firearms. Many firearms owners incorporate their love of hunting and target shooting into their holiday plans and with that comes numerous questions; Can I take my firearms with me on holidays? ... Do they have to be locked in a safe in my car? How am I supposed to transport them in my vehicle And so on. The Firearms Act allows firearms owners the ability to transport their category A&B long arms. However there are several potential pitfalls that license holders need to be aware; I will touch on these at the end of this article. The Firearms Act states that when transporting firearms the license holder MUST ENSURE THE FIREARM IS CARRIED IN A MANNER THAT IS SECURE AND NOT DANGEROUS. And TAKE REASONABLE PRECAUTIONS TO ENSURE THE FIREARM IS NOT LOST OR STOLEN. And AMMUNITION MUST BE STORED SEPARATELY FROM THE FIREARM. As you can see the legislation does not mention anything specific about locking firearms in metal boxes, or putting them in a specific location within the vehicle etc. That said, I always encourage people to go above and beyond their legislative requirements when it comes to safety and security. What the legislation does do however is put the onus on you, as the firearms owner, to ensure the firearm is not stolen by taking all reasonable precautions. A common sense approach is all that should be required to comply here. For example. If whilst travelling you stopped at a supermarket to get some supplies and you; (a) Locked a firearm in the boot covered by a blanket with the vehicle locked and secured = REASONABLE Precautions. (b) Left the firearm on the passenger seat in plain view of all persons = UNREASONABLE. IMPORTANT As I mentioned earlier there are things we all need to be aware of when transporting firearms. Firstly, care needs to be taken when the travel you undertake takes you across the Victorian border. The above legislation is taken from the (Victorian) Firearms Act 1996. Legislative requirements about transporting firearms may vary between States and Territories. You will be obliged to follow the law of the State you enter. So ensure you get onto that states webpage and have a good understanding of their requirements. Also, there are other regulatory frameworks within Victoria, such as the Wildlife Act (Game Regulations) in Deer Habitat, that have their own storage legislation when you enter that designated area. National Parks and other designated areas may also prohibit firearms. The key is to plan ahead and do your research well in advance of reaching your destination. As always if you have further questions don’t hesitate to drop me an email. [email protected] To the entire firearms community, I would like to thank you for your ongoing support throughout a difficult year. Have a great Christmas and New Year. Aim straight. Stay safe. John

10.01.2022 CRIMINAL DAMAGE - COLES EXPRESS - GEELONG WEST At 12.15 am on 19/10/2020, an unknown offender walked up to front glass doors of Coles Express, Church Street, Geelong West. Male has thrown a concrete rock at door causing damage to the glass to the value $1,000. Nil attempt to enter store. ... Police Investigators wish to speak to the pictured male who should be able to assist their investigation. If you have any information regarding this offence please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and Refer Incident Number: 200386337

10.01.2022 DARE TO DREAM BUT PLEASE DO IT SAFELY We are well aware of the great deal of joy the Geelong Football Club brings to a lot of people living in this great area of ours. The AFL Grand Final gives us an opportunity to enjoy ourselves and escape what has been a very trying time for us all. What we need to ensure is that this is not to the detriment of the important work we have all done in abiding by the Chief Health Officer’s COVID-19 restrictions.... This year is very different to other years where celebrations were conducted in the CBD and Kardinia Park. There will be no planned events in either over the weekend. There will be a large police presence in both the Geelong CBD and Bellarine and Surf Coast areas and we will be ensuring that everyone is doing the right thing. In short, your police want you to have a good night, but we urge you to do so in a way which is within the current COVID-19 restrictions and in a safe and respectful manner. Enjoy the game, look after yourselves and each other.

10.01.2022 CFA now has an e-learning module for those who work with vulnerable people within our communities. Launched on Friday, this new module uses videos and interacti...ve content to help carers and support workers learn how to assist clients with bushfire safety. You can access the learning materials by visiting www.cfa.vic.gov.au/workers See more

09.01.2022 We’re all keen to kick back, relax and enjoy the long weekend. But remember that alcohol and driving never mix. #OpSaturn

09.01.2022 OPERATION STRIKE TEAM 1 - VICTORIA POLICE ON SHOW FOR SOME OF THE FAMILIES AND KIDS AT GEELONG WATERFRONT THIS EVENING

09.01.2022 Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing youth Tyson Maynard. The 13-year-old was last seen in Whittington about 2.30pm on 19 October. Tyson is known to frequent the Whittington, Norlane, Corio and Lara areas.... Anyone who sees Tyson or with information is urged to contact Geelong Police Station on 5225 3100.

09.01.2022 **** NO HORSING AROUND!! **** Members from the Victoria Police Mounted Branch and Dog Squad will also be making their presence felt this weekend as part of Operation Strike Team 1. These magnificent horses and dogs took a well deserved rest by the waterfront as they posed for photos with many members of the public.

09.01.2022 **** OPERATION STRIKE TEAM 1 **** Across the weekend, Police from the Geelong and Surf Coast service areas are continuing with "Operation Strike Team 1" with assistance from a number of specialist units. The operation will focus on high-visibility patrols throughout the Geelong and Surf Coast areas as well as marine enforcement along the Bellarine Peninsula.

09.01.2022 POLICE ISSUE WARNING REGARDING UNDER-AGE PARTIES IN BARWON HEADS Last Saturday night at approximately 10 pm police were called to a large gathering of teenagers in a park in Barwon Heads. Police and members of the public observed a large amount of under-age drinking and property damage in the area at this time. As a result of police attending at this time the youths dispersed. From follow up enquiries information has been received by police that another gathering of a large n...umber of teenagers is again planned for this weekend. As a result a large number of police have been allocated to work this weekend on the Bellarine Peninsula to prevent a re occurrence of last weekend’s events. Any person who is thinking of attending this gathering is advised that police will be working in this area in increased numbers and any large numbers of youth will be dispersed. Police are also making a call out to the parents of teenagers who may be attending to discourage their teenagers attendance. Police will not tolerate any under-age drinking and will prosecute any person found committing Criminal Damage to any property.

08.01.2022 The 43-year-old is wanted on warrants for theft, bail and traffic offences. Wilson is known to frequent the Surf Coast and Geelong area. Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

08.01.2022 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU - PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO COMPLETE THE SURVEY Victoria Police is embarking on a major program of reform to how we deliver policing services so that we can meet current and future community safety priorities and continue to keep Victorians safe. We are interested in your views on what police should do and how we best serve the community so that we remain a police force you can trust and rely on, well into the future.... To have your say, please donate 5 minutes of your time to complete the online survey below and be mindful that our ‘policing family’ includes: Police, Protective Services Officers, Police Custody Officers and civilian staff. https://bddy.me/2NYxba4

08.01.2022 Taking a well-earned trip over the holiday season? Let us know you’ll be away by completing an Absence from Residence form. Visit police.vic.gov.au or call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444

07.01.2022 **** OPERATION STRIKE TEAM 1 6 PM BRIEFING **** Night two of Operation Strike Team 1. The 6 pm crew have just had their briefing and are hitting the road. More briefings will follow as other shifts commence.

07.01.2022 The 31-year-old has a warrant for her arrest in relation to an aggravated burglary in Corio on Monday. Jones is known to frequent the Corio and Norlane areas and often utilises taxis. Anyone who sights Jones is urged to call Triple Zero (000).

06.01.2022 On Thursday morning Victoria Police shared a video, detailing the consequences of a tragic collision which left two-people dead and a third seriously injured in Mt Eliza two years ago. Today we tell Steven’s road trauma story, the father of Kalinda, and how his life changed in one second. This Easter long weekend, Operation Nexus will target speed, drink/drug driving and mobile phone use. Think about your actions on the road this Easter.... #OpNexus https://fb.watch/4CckXkFtuf/

06.01.2022 TRAFFIC ALERT Police are currently responding to a single-vehicle crash in Ocean Grove. It’s understood a car was travelling on Barwon Heads-Ocean Grove Road when the driver veered and crashed into a pole about 5am. The female driver was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. ... Drivers are advised that the road will remain closed between the Barwon Heads Bridge and Orton Street for some time while the scene is rehabilitated. Real-time traffic conditions are available at https://bit.ly/3e02VEH See more

06.01.2022 If an offer of #QuickCash or #EasyMoney seems too good to be true, it probably is. Money muling is a type of money laundering. A ‘money mule’ is a person who receives money from a third party in their bank account and transfers it to another account, or withdraws it in cash to give to someone else, obtaining a commission for their efforts.... Simply put, money mules help criminal syndicates move money around the world, but the consequences for the money mules can be severe. Learn more about money muling scams and their consequences here https://bit.ly/3fS25ui #DontBeaMule

04.01.2022 Join Captain Koala for #FireActionWeek2020 as he talks through how you can help keep you and hour household safe this fire season by preparing your property.

03.01.2022 At approximately 2:00am on the 17th of October 2020, two male offenders have forced entry to the Colac Central Bowling Club located in Wilson Street, Colac. Offenders have removed several perishable items during the burglary. Upon entry or exit one of the offenders has cut themselves leaving blood at the scene. ... The incident has been captured on CCTV footage. The police investigator wishes to speak to the persons depicted in the attached images as she believes they will be able to assist in progressing the investigation. Offender 1: Caucasian, male, Nike sliders, baseball cap with logo on peak, tomahawk axe, Everlast bum bag, Adidas face mask, possible injury to hand and lower leg. Offender 2: Caucasian, male, baseball cap, shoulder length wavy hair, Nike zip up long sleeve hoodie with logo on LHS of jacket, Adidas trail shoes, Nike tracksuit pants with Nike logo on LHS carrying an Adidas shoulder bag. Appeal for information for persons involved and/or information to Crime Stoppers or Detective Senior Constable Jess JOHNSTON at Colac Police Station on 5232 8296.

02.01.2022 Brett is missing from the Geelong area. Please keep an eye out for him and his white Mazda van, registration WBL022. https://bit.ly/396MkhQ

02.01.2022 THEFT OF PETROL FROM BP LITTLE RIVER On the 7/3/21 at approximately 12:45 pm an unknown male has entered the BP Little River Service Station (Melbourne Bound), filled his vehicle with fuel. The male has returned to his vehicle and left the service station making no attempts to pay. The male is described as approx. 30-35 years old southern European, average build, wearing black hat backwards, dark sunglasses, white T-shirt, dark pants and white Nike runners. Male has full sle...eve tattoo on left arm. Vehicle is described as a Mercedes C200 white bearing number plates 1CE2AL If you have any information regarding this theft or the registered owner of the vehicle please call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and refer Incident Number 210100165.

01.01.2022 THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE FROM FISCHER STREET TORQUAY Between approximately 1 am - 8 am 19/11/20, offenders have entered a residential address in Fischer St, Torquay through an unlocked door and have taken the car keys from the kitchen bench and stolen the victim’s vehicle from the driveway. Victim unaware keys and vehicle had been taken. Vehicle has not been located at this time. Actual vehicle pictured below: AGJ221 2016 Audi S3 Grey Sedan.... Any information regarding this offence should be directed to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 and refer INC 200424551.

01.01.2022 Found a bargain online? Don’t be a tool If you think you’re getting a deal too good to be true, it probably is. The theft and reselling of tools online is a common problem for people working in trades with over 24,500 power tools stolen in Victoria last year. To assist with the recovery of stolen tools, Crime Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police are encouraging tradies to engrave or mark tools for easy identification. The letter V followed by a Victorian Licence number is ...recommended. Cataloguing your tools including serial numbers and image can also help you keep track of your property and provide proof of ownership. If you are suspicious about the selling of cheap online tools, report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au or call 1800 333 000

01.01.2022 Victoria Police is proud to join communities across the globe in supporting the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, bringing much-needed awareness to gender-based violence and challenging attitudes that support it. We understand that although restrictions are beginning to ease, some people may still be in vulnerable situations at home. We want to ensure victims that we continue to respond to family violence matters as a priority and there are wa...ys to seek help >> https://bit.ly/2Kvtwi0 #TheOtherPandemic #16days of Activism