NEWS DESK Police patrol
with Brodie Cowburn
Car found in flames after chase A CAR has been found burnt out after a “dangerous” police pursuit on 8 May. Police observed a white Ford Ranger driving on the center of the median strop and veering onto the wrong side of the road, causing the other drivers on the road to swerve to avoid collision. A Give Way sign was also observed to be lodged under the car. Police followed the car into Lee Street and attempted to intercept the driver. Police said the driver continued to drive down the wrong side of the road and was displaying “dangerous
behaviour” and the chase was called off. At around 10.30pm, the car was found on fire and abandoned by Jubilee Park in Frankston. CFA were called and extinguished the blaze. Witnesses said they saw a man exit the vehicle and set the car alight, before getting into a blue ute and fleeing the scene. Two other witnesses saw the blue ute at a McDonalds earlier in the night. Any other witnesses are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Car troubles: A car found burnt out at Jubilee Park after a police pursuit. Picture: Gary Sissons
Public helps to make arrest A 24-YEAR-old Frankston man has been charged with burglary after a call for public assistance. Frankston Police said that their call for help from the public proved very successful, and they were able to make an arrest as a result of seeing CCTV images. The man was arrested on 8 May. He is alleged to have committed a burglary in November. He was remanded overnight. The man was charged with burglary and theft related charges.
On the run after beach assault in Seaford POLICE are on the hunt for two people who are alleged to have assaulted a man on a Seaford Beach at around 1am on 9 May. Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives were told that the victim was at the Riviera Hotel and crossed the road to the beach. Police were told the man was approached by two other men who asked him for cigarettes, and then assaulted him. Witnesses are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Smoke from the fire entered the second story of the building. The fire brigade attended and extinguished the fire. Frankston Police Senior Sergeant Warren Francis-Pester said “although the building is in disrepair, the structure has historical meaning to many in the Frankston community.” He appealed for witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
Taken card POLICE are appealing for public assistance to identify a man who is believed to have stolen a credit card and cash in Chelsea Heights. Kingston Crime Investigation Unit detectives believe that a man broke into a vehicle on Talab Court, 2.30am 2 May. The man is alleged to have stolen a credit card, laptop, wallet and a large quantity of cash. The allegedly stolen card was used to make purchases at service stations across Patterson Lakes and Springvale, and a fast food restaurant on Westall Road in the following hours. Investigators have released images and CCTV footage of a man who they believe can assist with their enquiries. Anyone with information or who recognises the man is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Fire started at Playne Street site FRANKSTON Police are appealing for information after a fire was started at a “disused” site on Playne Street. Police were called after fire was lit by unknown offenders at around 4pm, 12 May. It is believed the offenders accessed the building and used cardboard to ignite a blaze.
Volunteers essential to local community
VOLUNTEERS have always played an important role in the delivery of services to our customers here at 39plus. Our varied range of social support and respite programs are designed to support the frail aged, people with a disability and carers across the “39” postcode and without our volunteer workforce our capacity to meet the demand for service would be greatly impacted. Since our inception in 1982, our Medical Appointment Service has remained an essential resource for our local community. With the continued growth of the region and the demand for such services, 39plus has expanded its regional scope to include access to vital healthcare to destinations as far away as the inner-city suburbs of Melbourne. Without the dedication of our volunteer drivers who gladly offer their time and compassion to assist some of our communities most vulnerable members, the services personalised approach would cease to exist. In addressing some of the health implications found to relate to social isolation, 39plus Social Support Groups serve as an important resource in combating community disengagement. “The Club” based at Eastbourne Rd in Rosebud is not only a place where our customers come together to enjoy a range of activities in the company of others but is home to some of our longest serving volunteers, some of whom have recently celebrated 20 years of continuous service to the organisation. As many non-profit organisations would appreciate, the impact volunteers have on the lives of our customers and the organisation
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as a whole, is immeasurable. The time and commitment given by volunteers is priceless and without these amazing people many services like ours we would be at a disadvantage.
We would like to say a huge thank you to all our Op Shop, Medical Appointment Service, Coastal Cottage and Social Group volunteers who dedicate their time each week to bring a smile to the faces of those we support. 39plus
greatly appreciates all that you do! If you are interested in volunteering, have time and compassion for others then please contact 39plus (03) 9017 3284 we’d love to welcome you to the family.