Victoria

An 19-year-old has had his car impounded after an alleged ‘quick’ Maccas run.

Teen on McFlurry run busted, allegedly driving 152km/h

A teen who was on a McFlurry run with his girlfriend has had his vehicle impounded after police allegedly caught him driving 70km/h over the speed limit.

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A fisherman in his 20s is missing from the area of Mornington Pier in Melbourne. Google

Search intensifies for man missing after late-night capsize

Police, lifesavers and coast guard crews have resumed the search for a man missing after a small boat capsized near Mornington Pier late Friday night.

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Elise Hodder was killed by an allegedly drunk, drug-affected driver.

Parents’ message to their daughter’s killer as they face him in court

The grieving Melbourne family has stared down the drunk driver who ran down their 24-year-old daughter twice at a Kooyong dance party.

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A couple killed a man in a Chadstone home, returning to dump the body and set the property on fire. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Killer violently attacked victim 'to follow' duo's plan

Three people guilty of a violent manslaughter will have to wait to find out how long they will have to stay behind bars.

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Dezi Freeman, wanted over the deaths of two officers during a shootout in Victoria. 

Taskforce update in search for wanted man Dezi Freeman

Police have provided an update on their months-long hunt for sovereign citizen Dezi Freeman, wanted over the deaths of two officers during a shootout in Victoria.

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A child is in a critical condition and another has serious injuries following a shocking crash on a Melbourne road.

Child fighting for life after horror car crash

Police are working to unravel the cause of a devastating car accident that has left an 11-year-old girl fighting for her life in hospital.

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Police are out in force in Port Melbourne in preparation for a pro-Palestine protest outside weapons manufacturing business.

Police brace for pro-Palestine protest after violent rally

Dozens of officers, including mounted police, have been deployed at the Port of Melbourne as pro-Palestine protesters gather for a ‘pro-testival’ rally.

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The teenager tragically passed away after the incident.

Teenager tragically dies after falling while tram surfing

The 18-year-old was left with a horrific head injury with bystanders rushing to his aid.

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The ability of Police Commissioner Mike Bush to rebuild the Vic force's reputation has taken a hit. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Chopper trip may hover over top cop's behaviour calls

A police chief's decision to use an official helicopter to travel interstate could complicate his bid to restore public trust in the force.

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Weather warnings have been issued as destructive winds and extreme heat lash Australia's east coast.

Deadly storms, record heat smash Australia’s east coast

Wild weather has lashed Australia’s east coast, bringing record heat, destructive winds and widespread power outages.

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A source has claimed Dezi Freeman has slipped out of Victoria.

‘Alive’: Bombshell claim Dezi Freeman has fled interstate

After an eight-week manhunt for Dezi Freeman, and still no trace, a fresh claim suggests police may finally know where the alleged cop killer is hiding.

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Two men have drowned at a beach in Melbourne’s southeast.

Tragedy as two men drown in Victoria’s wild weather

Two men have tragically drowned in a rough swell after being swept off a pier and into the sea during a powerful weather system that caused widespread destruction in Victoria.

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Police have uncovered dozens of rare Labubu dolls, worth $9000, from a home in Melbourne. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Collect them all: Labubu & blind box craze fuel surge in thefts

Retailers say highly sought after pop culture items are flying off the shelves with a rise in thefts targeting both Labubu dolls and Pokemon merchandise.

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Nick Daicos has paid tribute to young Collingwood fan Kruz, who has died after battling leukemia.

Nick Daicos pays heartfelt tribute as community mourns young Pies fan

The brave six-year-old’s ‘dream came true’ when he met his beloved Magpies during his courageous battle this year.

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Mike Bush has admitted it was wrong to fly interstate on the Victoria Police helicopter. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

‘Wrong decision’: Top cop apologises for using police chopper

A police commissioner has been called out for using a force helicopter to fly to an interstate conference in Hobart.

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