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Compass points to speeding as the main offence MORE than 100 drivers were booked on Mornington Peninsula and Frankston roads over the Easter and Anzac Day long weekends, resulting in 274 offences recorded during Operation Compass by Victoria Police. Superintendent Fiona Bock said the 11-day operation saw 106 drivers booked for speeding. “This is particularly concerning as speed is a major contributor to trauma on our roads with the potentially devastating effects of such behaviour felt throughout the community,” she said. “Whether speeding, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or checking a message from your mate, you are making a decision that puts the lives of innocent and vulnerable road users in your hands.” From Thursday 14 April to Monday 25 April, police also detected 10 drug drivers, 26 drink drivers, 34 unregistered vehicles, disqualified/unlicensed drivers, and 55 other offences including disobey traffic control, seatbelt offences and mobile offences. Thirteen vehicles were impounded. Bock said the operation had finished, but that police were continuing to do everything they could to “protect innocent and vulnerable road users”. “Local members will continue to regularly patrol our roads on the lookout for reckless driver behaviour while our highway patrol cars will utilise Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology to catch any
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unregistered or disqualified drivers,” she said. “With worsening weather conditions and reduced visibility as winter approaches, it is imperative motorists and pedestrians look out for one another...be patient, obey road rules and stay safe while driving.”
Car chase TWO 14-year-old boys from the Mornington Peninsula are among a group of six males who led police on a car chase on Sunday morning from Frankston to Sandhurst. The six have been charged after failing to stop for police in an allegedly stolen Porsche, first spotted by police on Excelsior Drive, Frankston about 3.30am. The vehicle was followed by the police Air Wing to a service station on Cheltenham Road, Dandenong where an unsuccessful attempt to get fuel was made. The Air Wing followed it through Dandenong, with stop sticks being used to bring it to a stop on Sandhurst Boulevard, Sandhurst. Six males fled the scene on foot and were arrested nearby. A 14-year-old Mornington boy was charged with theft of motor vehicle, commit indictable offence while on bail. A 14-year-old from Hastings was charged with aggravated burglary, theft of motor vehicle and commit offence whilst on bail. A 17-year-old from Frankston was charged with theft of motor vehicle, commit indictable offence while on bail. A 17-year-old from Frankston North was charged with aggravated burglary, theft of motor vehicle, commit indict-
able offence while on bail, dangerous driving whilst being pursued, reckless conduct endangering life and driving in a dangerous manner. A 16-year-old from Carrum Downs has been charged with theft of motor vehicle and commit indictable offence while on bail. A 17-year-old from Ivanhoe was charged with theft of motor vehicle, commit indictable offence while on bail and possess a drug of dependence. Anyone with further information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at crimestoppersvic. com.au
Cars the target SEVERAL thefts and attempted thefts from cars occurred across the Mornington Peninsula over the weekend. Police are reminding vehicle owners there are a number of steps they can take to help protect cars and valuables, including locking cars at all times, not leaving valuables inside, installing anti-theft devices and parking in well-lit areas. Non-urgent crimes or events 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 and Online Reporting service bddy.me/3vIf3Ds
Witnesses sought POLICE are seeking witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage of a fatal accident on Fulton Road, Baxter on 19 April. A Caulfield South teenager, 15, was struck by a car about 7.45pm and died at the scene.
The driver, a 19-year-old Aspendale Gardens woman, stopped at the scene and is helping police with their inquiries. Anyone who witnessed the collision, with dashcam footage or further information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Stolen items ROSEBUD Police have watches, jewellery and other personal items located in the vicinity of Rosebud Plaza over the past six months. Anyone who has lost any items of value in that area since about November 2021, should phone property officer Tony Paterson at the Rosebud during business hours on 5986 0444.
Two rescued TYABB Fire Brigade and Langwarrin Rescue crew were able to rescue two people from an overturned car in Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville about 4pm on Thursday 22 April., top right Following a two-car accident, one vehicle ended up in the spoon drain, making it too hard to get the occupants out. Langwarrin Rescue crew removed the roof so both the driver and passenger were able to be removed safely. Occupants from both vehicles came away with minor injuries and were taken to hospital for monitoring.
rant for making threats to kill. Orlandi is known to frequent the Dromana area. He is described as Caucasian in appearance, 165cm tall with a thin build and dark brown hair. Investigators have released an image of Orlandi in the hope someone may have information on his current whereabouts. Anyone who sights Orlandi, or has information about his whereabouts, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
Wanted man POLICE are appealing for public help to locate Luke Orlandi. The 30-year-old, right, is wanted on war-
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