NEWS DESK Police patrol Grabbed by throat
A CARRUM man walking in McLeod Rd was grabbed by the throat after three men – one of African appearance and two Maoris – demanded cigarettes, 10.15pm, Saturday 3 December. The man told them he didn’t have any cigarettes but handed over $2, saying that was all he had. He then ran to Carrum railway station and reported the incident to protective services officers. The offenders are described as early 20s and wearing singlets. One of the Maoris had a rat’s tail haircut. Anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Vets clinics targeted
VETS’ surgeries at Patterson River, Kingston and Chelsea were raided
last week. Thieves smashed a rear glass door to break into the Patterson River Veterinary Clinic, 4.40am, Wednesday 30 November, causing $1000 damage. They rummaged through draws in the reception area of the McLeod Rd, Carrum, surgery, before stealing a donation tin. They drove off in an old Toyota Camry which was seen leaving the car park. Kingston Veterinary Hospital, in Lower Dandenong Rd, Mentone, was broken into 2.30am, Saturday 3 December. Police believe the same offenders may have attempted to break in the night before. They used a jemmy bar to force a security door then smashed a window to gain entry, stealing a laptop.
Offenders kicked and jemmied open the front door of the Chelsea Veterinary Clinic, Nepean Hwy, 6pm, Saturday 3 December. They ransacked cupboards and drawers and got away with only $15 in coins from the reception area. Call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Beer’s gone
TWO offenders wearing hoodies and gloves raided the Carrum Patterson Lakes Sporting Club rooms, Graham Rd, overnight Monday last week and stole two slabs of beer. The pair climbed onto a balcony, 2am, and smashed CCTV cameras. They then unsuccessfully attempted to jemmy the main door and several windows. Going around the back they
smashed a large awning window, activating the alarm, before making off with the beer. Police believe the raid may be linked to a break-in at the Patterson River Veterinary Clinic the same night.
Police got suspect number POLICE chasing a car allegedly being driven erratically in Chelsea found its bumper bar – with number plate attached – after it was involved in a collision, 5pm, Saturday 3 December. They were then able to track down the owner of the car and identify the likely driver. Chelsea police allege they saw the car leaving the Chelsea Heights hotel car park on the wrong side of the exit lane before turning onto Wells Rd.
They watched it weaving in and out of traffic and passing cars on the gravel verge before activating the police car’s lights and siren and initiating the chase. Police lost the car after it turned into Thames Promenade, but did see vehicle debris on the on-ramp to the Frankston freeway. Retracing their route they came across a Mitsubishi Lancer with damaged rear panels – with the offending car’s bumper bar and licence plate nearby. Inquiries showed the registration details matched the car’s description and owner’s name and address. A Carrum Downs woman, 19, is expected to be charged with dangerous driving and other traffic matters.
Stay clear of seals BEACHGOERS are reminded to keep their distance from seals resting on beaches in Western Port and Port Phillip bays beaches. Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning manager program manager Suraya VI said some seals may appear sick or emaciated, but should not be approached under any circumstances. “While we understand that seeing a seal in poor condition may be upsetting, approaching the seal or trying to move it will cause an already stressed animal further distress,” she said. “If people sighted seals or seal pups lying on the beach, leave them in peace and enjoy their presence
from afar. “We are really lucky to see marine mammals such as seals and dolphins so close up in their natural environment, but they are wild animals, and it’s up to us to give them the space they need.” It is illegal to approach within 30 metres of a seal on land, and dogs are not permitted within 50 metres of a seal on land. At boat ramps or other man-made structures such as piers, people must stay at least five metres away from seals. Anyone who finds an unwell seal should call the AGL marine response unit on 1300 245 678 or DELWP on 136 186.
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