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Coroner investigates death at The Pillars THE state coroner is investigating the death of a Padua College student whose body was found at The Pillars cliff jumping site at Mount Martha. Sergeant Daniel Patton, of Mornington police, said the circumstances surrounding the 16-year-old’s death were unknown. He said it was unclear whether the Mornington boy was in or out of the water when he died overnight on Saturday 26 June. The Pillars is on the Esplanade between Deakin Drive and Marguerita Avenue. Sources said the road was closed to traffic and a police helicopter was hovering overhead about 10.30am on the Saturday. Padua principal Anthony Banks said on social media that it was “with great sadness that I inform you of the tragic death of Quinn Story in a drowning accident at Mount Martha on Friday night”. “Quinn was a valued member of the Djeembana House community. He commenced year 7 at Padua College, Mornington Campus and, after attending other educational settings, returned this year to Padua for year 11 studies. “Quinn was a talented musician and a creative songwriter and improviser who loved drama and skateboarding. He was a thoughtful and kind-hearted person.” Mr Banks said the school was “aware that such news can have a significant effect on members of the college community and not only for those who knew Quinn personally”. “It is important to remind ourselves to seek help from others when we feel sad or vulnerable,” he said. “All members of our community
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Southern Peninsula News
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With Stephen Taylor
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should remain mindful of the privacy and feelings of Quinn’s family and friends, particularly in the appropriate use of social media, as some information may not be reliable or accurate.”
Road death charges A DAMAGED car found in Lyall Street, Hastings, last week led to the arrest of a man allegedly involved in the death of a motorcyclist at Cranbourne. It is alleged the man was driving the car when he collided with the motorcycle on Thompsons Road near the intersection of Lansell Drive about 1.40am, Thursday 1 July. The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old Cranbourne West man, died at the scene. Detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit, following a tip off from a member of the public, made the arrest at Frankston station. A 30-year-old Toora man has been charged with dangerous driving causing death, failing to stop, failing to render assistance, driving while disqualified and using an unregistered motor vehicle. He appeared at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on Friday for a bail/remand hearing. Anyone who saw the collision, has dash-cam footage or any other information, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report to crimestoppersvic.com.au
Drink-driver speed A FRANKSTON man caught driving at 84kph in a 40kph zone at Tyabb last week lost his licence and had his car
impounded at a cost of $1075. The 27-year-old had a blood alcohol reading of 0.120 per cent when breath tested at Hastings police station, Saturday 26 June. He will be summonsed to appear at the Frankston Magistrate’s Court at a later date.
Witnesses sought A MOTORCYCLE rider suffered serious leg injuries after colliding with a vehicle on Humphries Road, Frankston South. Police are seeking witnesses, dashcam footage or information to assist in identifying the offending vehicle which is likely to have damage to the rear driver’s side. The incident occurred between Blake Court and Cummins Lane, 7pm, Saturday 12 June. Anyone who can help should call Leading Senior Constable Jon Shields at Somerville Highway Patrol 59781300 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Wanted man POLICE are appealing for help to find Dayle Stueven who is wanted on warrants. The 36-year-old is wanted for failing to attend court on numerous matters. He is known to frequent the Mornington Peninsula. Anyone who sees Mr Stueven or who has information about his whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at bddy. me/2UcQtLN