Source: ACT Police
Last update: Tuesday, 27 January 2026 8:33am
Original publication: Tuesday, 27 January 2026 8:33am
A 24-year-old Latham man who was subject to bail and good behaviour orders, has been charged with multiple offences following an alleged attempted carjacking incident in Melba yesterday.
About 2.15pm yesterday (Monday, 26 January 2026) police were called to Kingsford Smith Drive in Melba following reports of a man brandishing a large knife. After a short foot pursuit, the man dropped the knife he was carrying and was arrested.
Officers subsequently spoke to multiple witnesses who alleged the man had previously attempted to steal a vehicle by threatening a driver at knifepoint, however he failed to do so as he couldn’t start the vehicle.
The man was charged with breach of bail, breach of a good behaviour order, possession of stolen property, possess offensive weapon with intent, attempted aggravated robbery, property damage and intentional threat to inflict grievous bodily harm. He is expected to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court today (Tuesday, 27 January 2026).
Anyone who witnessed yesterday’s incident and has not already spoken to police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 8285807. Information can be provided anonymously.