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Motorcyclist down A MOTORCYCLIST was airlifted to The Alfred hospital with upper body injuries after colliding with a fallen tree on the road at Dromana, 9.30pm, Monday 7 June. The man, in his 40s, from Mernda, was reportedly in a stable condition after the incident, near Shergolds Lane. Police said they would be following up his reasons for being in breach of the Chief Health Officer’s instruction and beyond the 10 kilometre COVID-19 limit.
Smoke but no fire Going nowhere: The raiders’ car was stuck fast in the Sealy Cycles store at Peninsula Home last week. Picture: Supplied
Raiders of the stuck car RAMRAIDERS managed to steal a valuable off-road bike from a Mornington bicycle store last week despite their foray taking an unexpected turn. The pair backed a Holden Commodore station wagon at speed into the front glass doors of the Sealy Cycles store at Peninsula Home, Nepean Highway, 4.30am, Wednesday 9 June – where it promptly got stuck. Detective Alex Montgomery, of Somerville CIU, said the force of the entry caused $20,000 damage and wedged the car so firmly inside that SES crews were called to help, and a tow truck was needed to pull it out later that morning. Store staff, who asked not to be named, said CCTV footage showed one befuddled thief “grabbing the closest bike” – a $8000 Felt Compulsion 3 Enduro mountain bike – and pushing it through the shattered window before carrying it away. The men were described as “disguised” and wearing dark clothing and headlamps. Detective Montgomery said the car was not stolen and “inquiries are being made as to the owner” as part of the investigations. The raid is the second at the store in just over a week. Three thieves previously distracted staff and stole a Norco E-Bike valued at $10,000.
FIRE Rescue Victoria and CFA crews rushed to a possible apartment fire at Mornington, Wednesday 9 June. A triple zero caller reported smoke coming from the Ross Street building’s roof, 1.30pm. Firefighters on the scene within five minutes found smoke from a restaurant below had entered a flue system and gone into the apartment. Crews wearing breathing apparatus made the scene safe and ventilated the area. The incident was declared under control 20 minutes later.
Speed drop Boneo Road THE Department of Transport has reduced the speed limit on Boneo Road, Flinders from 100kph to 80kph. Somerville Highway Patrol police during their community engagement process found that about 70 per cent of motorists favoured the speed drop which extends the full length of the road. “Police cited road-user safety and wildlife safety to those who chose to engage, as well as recent serious crashes and fatalities,” Senior Sergeant Phillip Hulley said. The department said road trauma data supported the speed drop, with the lower limit set to “significantly reduce the severity of road trauma”.
Pull over, drivers SOMERVILLE Highway Patrol members last
week targeted drink and drug drivers visiting fast food and bottle shop drive throughs across the Mornington Peninsula. During involved in Operation Drive Thru, Friday and Saturday 4-5 June, they pulled over 67 vehicles for breath-testing. Two drivers were found to be over the limit while one refused further testing. They will all be summonsed to appear at court at a later date. Of the 65 oral fluid tests conducted 14 drivers were found to have drugs in their systems, with three drivers refusing to be further tested. Seven unauthorised drivers were detected, eight vehicles were impounded, 16 penalty notices were issued, and nine vehicle-defect notices were issued. A total of 23 other offences were detected, such as driving while suspended, and driving unregistered cars.
Big night out A CRANBOURNE North man pulled over while heading south on Moorooduc Highway, Moorooduc, was found to be in breach of the Chief Health Officer’s instruction and more than 10 kilometres from home, 1am, Saturday 5 June. The 19-year-old P-plater was taken to Mornington police station where he was found to be over the legal limit at 0.107 per cent. His licence was suspended and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days for a cost of $1315. He will be summonsed to appear at court at a later date.
Chisholm TAFE robbed A MAN who forced entry to Chisholm TAFE, Frankston, last week stole a number of hand held power tools from a store room. The man entered Building B through a construction area by removing a plywood board, 1.35-2.17am, Wednesday 19 May. He is described as Caucasian, mid/late 60s, medium build, grey hair with receding hairline, wearing a long navy blue rain coat, navy pants, black boots and carrying a green reusable shopping bag. Anyone with information is urged to contact
Detective Senior Constable Brendan Fontana at Frankston CIU, 97845535 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Officers assaulted TWO police officers assaulted at Langwarrin last week were investigating a spate of theftfrom and theft-of cars when they spotted a stolen car on Aqueduct Road. A man and a woman approached the officers and attempted to get into the stolen car, Tuesday 8 June. During a fight, a female officer was allegedly punched in the face while one of the offenders managed to steal a can of capsicum spray and use it on the police. Police will allege the man attempted to grab a police handgun while threatening to “kill them” and also to encourage the woman to get into the car and run them over. A 41-year-old Langwarrin woman was arrested at the scene, but the man ran off. She has been charged with reckless conduct, resisting police, theft of a motor vehicle, possessing a dangerous article, possessing drugs and other charges. She has been bailed to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 22 November. Police want to speak to anyone who saw the incident or who has CCTV, dash-cam footage or other information. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic.com.au
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