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Rescuers awarded life-saving honours
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LIFE Saving Victoria on Wednesday recognised the efforts of two young men who dived into rough waters off Frankston pier to rescue two teenagers from drowning. The men – Alby Ward, 19, of Seaford, and Jarrah Brown, 23, of Glen Waverley – received Everyday Lifesaver Awards in recognition of their bravery. Seas were surging and temperatures plummeting after a cool change when the pair noticed a 15-year-old girl and an 18-yearold man struggling in the water, 2.45pm, Tuesday 6 October. Mr Brown said they immediately dived into the water and swam about 30 metres to reach the pair. “I was a bit shocked and not really sure what to do,� he said. “We heard them calling for help about two-thirds of the way along from the start of the pier and about 30 metres out on the south side. “It was very rough but we stripped off and dived in after them. I was trying to remember my Year 12 swimming training but instinct kicked in and we managed to get to them. “The girl was panicking a bit; she was struggling as she had taken in a lot of water. “[Alby] went to the guy and I went to the girl.� Mr Ward – a New Zealander who moved to Seaford two months ago – had been swimming off the pier and was packing up to go home when he realised the couple were in desperate trouble.
Caught napping A WOMAN found asleep in her car in Church Rd, Carrum, Thursday afternoon – with the engine running – has been charged with drug possession, theft, handling stolen goods, and possessing the proceeds of crime. The 29-yearold, of Frankston, seemed confused when woken by police who searched the car, allegedly finding 15ml of the drug GHB, two syringes in a handbag, two new TVs, new bedding, computers, mobile phone accessories, car seat covers, stationery and shoes. Police say the woman could not provide an explanation for the goods nor produce proof of purchase. She was taken to Chelsea police station and bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court in February.
On the money trail POLICE are investigating a case of obtaining property by deception in which more than $12,000 was improperly withdrawn, in stages, from a woman’s Commonwealth Bank account. An amount of $1800 was withdrawn at the bank’s Nepean Hwy, Seaford, branch, on Tuesday 20 October, and an inquiry made about a loan. A further $500 was withdrawn from the bank’s Frankston branch. Soon afterwards, the victim received a call from the bank seeking a suitable time to discuss the loan, but no mention was made of the withdrawals from her account. The next day, $4600 was withdrawn from the victim’s account at the bank’s Oakleigh branch, incurring a $92 bank fee. Two days later, a further $5000, plus $100 fee, was withdrawn at the same branch. Kingston police are investigating.
Heroes honoured: Alby Ward, 19, of Seaford, and Jarrah Brown, 23, of Glen Waverley, with their Everyday Lifesaver Awards from Life Saving Victoria.
“We jumped in as soon as we saw them and swam out,� he said. “I helped the guy and we pulled them towards shore.� Both were barely conscious. Wading in to assist, Frankston’s Senior Constable Peter Godsmark and Constable Sean Osburne took over the rescue. The man was not
breathing and had no pulse. They gave initial CPR until paramedics arrived soon afterwards. The couple were taken to Frankston hospital. The girl was released later that night but the man’s condition was said to be more serious. “If the boys had not acted and it
was left to emergency workers, I have little doubt the outcome for both would have been far more tragic,� he said. Both are expected to make full recoveries. Sergeant Rod Hayne, who attended the rescue, nominated the pair for the life-saving awards. “They took decisive action and may have prevented two lives being lost,� he said. “The police officers did a great job, too.� Graduate Ambulance Paramedic Ryan Bennett said the swimming conditions on the day were very difficult. “It would have taken a lot of courage for the boys to jump into the water to help the patients,� he said. “And, while we wouldn’t advise anyone to put their own safety at risk, they certainly made a difference and were incredibly brave.� Life Saving Victoria’s Lifesaving Operations manager Greg Scott said Jarrah and Alby’s quick actions “no doubt helped save the lives of these two teenagers�. “We encourage people to learn essential first aid and CPR, as well as swimming and surf survival skills, because you never know when you may need to use it to save a relative, friend or stranger,� he said. “This rescue is also an important reminder about checking beach conditions and assessing swimming ability before entering the water.� Stephen Taylor
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A CAB driver was roughed up by the wrong fare in Highett Rd, Highett, 11pm, Saturday. A couple got into the back seat of his cab but, as he was about to drive off, a woman approached saying she had ordered the cab – not them. The driver asked the couple to get out but the man became aggressive, throwing a water bottle and jumping on the bonnet. He then forced open the driver’s door, causing panel and hinge damage. The man then grabbed the driver by the collar and tried to punch him, but missed, and the couple left the scene. The Taxi Directorate and Moorabbin police are investigating.
A MAN was stabbed in the stomach in Nepean Hwy, Aspendale, 4.45pm, Friday, during a road-rage incident. The 32-year-old, of Traralgon, accidentally cut off the driver of a black Mitsubishi sedan who then sped past him on the inside and jammed on his brakes, causing both cars to stop suddenly. The men had got out and begun arguing when the other produced a knife and stabbed the victim. He then drove off north-bound. He is described as Asian, 30s, short, black spiky hair, 170cm tall, wearing a blue hoodie and shorts. The victim was taken to The Alfred hospital but released that night. Kingston police are investigating.
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