A Frankston teen is among three youths charged over a violent armed robbery in Pakenham involving a stolen SUV. Police say a man was slashed with a knife after refusing demands during the street attack.
Victoria Police are searching for 18-year-old Hunter Scott, who is wanted on a warrant for armed robbery, vehicle theft and other alleged offences. He is believed to frequent the Hastings area.
A Seaford man has been arrested after allegedly driving a white Holden Commodore at more than 200 km/h through Melbourne’s southern suburbs before abandoning the vehicle in Cheltenham. Police say the 44-year-old was found nearby with drugs and items linked to vehicle theft.
Emergency crews were called to Dandenong Creek near Allan Street after reports of two people swept away in fast-moving water.
Frankston Council has funded new community safety initiatives, supporting the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation and re-establishing Neighbourhood Watch Frankston to strengthen local partnerships and public safety.
A major search is underway off Mornington Pier after a small boat capsized late Friday night. One man was rescued, while another remains missing as police and marine units continue their search.
Police are investigating after two men were found deceased at Frankston Beach on Wednesday afternoon. Emergency crews responded around 5 pm after reports of two swimmers in distress.
A 23-year-old Victoria Police constable from the Southern Metro Region, which includes Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, has been charged with harassment following an internal investigation.
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has committed $500,000 to upgrade its CCTV network across major townships, aiming to improve reliability and give Victoria Police better access to footage in real time.
Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula recorded more than 23,000 offences in the past year, with police warning that repeat young offenders are fuelling the rise in crime.
