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Cars damaged
UP to 13 cars had their side windows smashed and valuables stolen in an overnight Langwarrin crime spree that caused thousands of dollars damage. Residents’ cars were hit in Lexton Drive, Melaleua Crescent and Fawn Court at various times between 9pm6am on Thursday morning, and Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, 5-8 October. Detective Acting Sergeant Craig Goudy, of Frankston CIU, said residents were shocked at the extent of the damage and the theft of their valuables which included wallets, mobile phones, cash, bags and tradies’ tools. “People must ensure they take valuables out of their cars and lock their cars overnight,” he said. About 19 cars were broken into in Frankston over the same weekend, which is a big jump in the usual numbers. Detective Goudy said tradies should ensure their toolboxes are secured and no tools are visible in their vehicles. “Tradies could have tools worth $4000-$6000 in their utes and they
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are sitting ducks,” he said. So far there are no descriptions of the offenders. “Investigators are still canvassing the numerous areas for any CCTV and witnesses.” Four cars were stolen in Frankston in the same period. Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Busuttil said tradies should note the details of anyone offering them cheap tools. Details should be forwarded to Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Teen bashed, robbed
A 15-YEAR-OLD Frankston youth was savagely beaten in an unprovoked attack on the foreshore near the pier and barbecue area, Wednesday 4 October. The youth was with two female friends when he was set upon by seven older Pacific Islander and African looking teenagers and savagely punched and kicked in the five-minute fracas. He suffered extensive bruising and even a fractured eye socket – and was then forced to hand over his white Nike TN sports shoes, mobile phone, watch and $100 cash. His 15-year-old companion who stood beside him was also attacked and received a black eye. The gang fled over the creek footbridge when police arrived. The injured teen was taken by ambulance to the Frankston Hospital emergency department where he spent six hours being treated. He went home that night but was readmitted for further treatment next day. Police believe the attackers are from the Dandenong area. They are appealing for witnesses to the assault. Anyone with information should call Detective Senior Constable Jasper
Shannon, of Frankston CIU, 9784 5555 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Two arrests in ‘Most Wanted’ hunt
TWO of Frankston’s 10 ‘Most Wanted’ people have been found – and remanded in custody – after publication of their photographs and brief descriptions of them in The Times last week. Laura Jones, 27, and Michael Kennedy, 40, were both wanted on seven outstanding warrants. They will face court at a later date. Detective Senior Constable Kerryn Merrett, of Frankston CIU, said: “significant credible information and strong leads helped us find the wanted pair”. “We are working hard to find the other eight and we are appealing to members of the public for help,” she said. “It is important that those on outstanding warrants make an effort to contact their local police station. It will be better for them to hand themselves in rather than us having to find them.