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Source: ACT Police

Last update: Wednesday, 16 October 2024 2:34pm

Original publication: Wednesday, 31 July 2024 4:45pm

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ACT Policing has released a further image in order to identify a man who is believed to have committed an assault at Mooseheads nightclub last month.

The incident occurred about 11.05pm on Saturday, 20 July 2024, where police allege the man threatened and assaulted another man on the dancefloor of the nightclub.

Anyone who can identify the man is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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ACT Policing has released images of a man who is believed to have committed an alleged assault at Mooseheads nightclub.

About 11.05pm on Saturday, 20 July (2024), police responded to reports a man had been threatened and assaulted by another man on the dancefloor of the nightclub.

The alleged offender was ejected from the venue by nightclub staff, however he left the area prior to police arrival.

The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, with brown hair and a beard. He was wearing a light grey jumper, jeans, and white shoes at the time of the incident.

Police would like to speak to anyone who can identify the man from the images, or anyone who may have witnessed the incident who has not yet spoken to police.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via theCrime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 7804087. Information can be provided anonymously.

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ACT Policing is seeking witnesses and information to multiple incidents at the Gungahlin Cemetery this week.

About 4.30pm on Monday (29 July 2024) a family attended a grave site and observed that a large pink quartz stone was removed. The stone was around 30-35cm tall with a circumference around 40cm. A granite plaque was also pulled off the concrete base. The site had been visited the day before and was not damaged at the time, so the incident occurred between Sunday and Monday afternoon.

Police attended the Cemetery and were advised of other recent incidents including:

• A woman reported her phone stolen from her belongings while she was visiting a family members grave.

• A man returned to his car on Monday afternoon to find a man allegedly attempting to break into his car.

• A grave marker with two gold plated hands was stolen from a grave site.

The man attempting to break into the car allegedly left the scene with two other men in a white 4WD style vehicle with ACT registration.

Police are seeking to identify the three men who were at the Gungahlin Cemetery on Monday and are also seeking to confirm any other incidents that have occurred at the Cemetery recently.

Anyone who can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 7812019. Information can be provided anonymously.

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Last week, ACT Road Policing members issued 221 Traffic Infringement Notices to ACT road users for a variety of offences.

This included three infringements for drivers travelling in excess of 45 kilometres per hour above the posted speed limit.

One of these drivers – whose right to drive in the ACT had already been suspended for unpaid fines – was detected travelling at 158km/h on the Monaro Highway, Symonston. His vehicle was seized, and the driver was issued an Immediate Suspension Notice (ISN) and a notice to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court at a later date.

On Saturday evening (27 July, 2024), an operation targeting dangerous driving saw police issue eight vehicle defect notices and 18 infringements notices.

During this operation, one driver was identified driving under the influence of alcohol. The provisional licence holder was also identified exceeding the posted speed limit by 44km/h, as well as driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle. The driver was issued with an ISN suspending their right to drive for a period of 90 days, as well as a court attendance notice.

“This is disappointing because obeying the road rules is easy, not driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is easy,” Sergeant Travis Mills from ACT Road Policing said.

“It’s also easy for police to be infuriated by this selfish and reckless behaviour, because we don’t want to see anymore needless trauma on our roads.

“We know the majority of drivers do the right thing, but rest assured – if you disobey the road rules, police will catch you and take appropriate action.”

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A 74-year-old man has been charged with five offences in relation to incidents alleged to have occurred in Canberra in the late 1970s.

In November 2023 an online report was made to ACT Policing relating to historical sexual assault allegations allegedly committed by the man against a primary school aged girl the man was regularly babysitting.

Allegations against the man include that he took the girl to nudist gatherings at a Canberra pool, that he bathed with the girl at his home and that he committed acts of indecency.

Following an investigation into the matter by officers from the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Team (SACAT), the 74-year-old Bruce man was recently issued a summons to appear before court on 2 September 2024 to face five charges of indecent assault on a female.

Officer in Charge of SACAT, Detective inspector Stephanie Leonard reminded victim survivors there is no time limit to report this type of crime.

“We know victims can take significant periods of time to build up the courage to report sexual offences to police,” said Detective Inspector Leonard.

“We would like to assure all victims that we have specially trained and dedicated investigators ready to hear your matter.

“You can report online at any time, attend a police station or call 131 444 and we will support you through the process. We will also put you in touch with dedicated victim support services.

“I urge anyone who has been the victim of sexual assault to contact police as soon as possible so they can understand their options.”

Anyone who has any information in relation to this matter should Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 7631589. Information can be provided anonymously.

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ACT Policing is seeking to identify two members of the public who assisted police following a robbery at Priceline Pharmacy in Amaroo yesterday.

About 3.30pm yesterday afternoon (Sunday, 28 July 2024), police were approached by two people who had just witnessed the robbery.

The information they provided assisted police in locating and arresting the alleged offender a short time later.

The alleged offender, a 39-year-old man from Amaroo, will face the ACT Magistrates Court today charged with robbery.

Police would like to speak to the two members of the public, a man and a woman, who alerted police of the robbery.

The man was wearing a black top, black pants, and a black cap.

The woman was wearing a grey jumper, blue shorts, and sandals.

Police would ask these two people to contact police on 131 444, or visit their nearest police station.

Anyone else who witnessed the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference number 7810463.

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ACT Policing has released CCTV footage in relation to a targeted arson attack in Gungahlin last month.

About 11.40pm on Saturday, 6 July 2024, two people are seen attending the Gold Blade barber shop on Hibberson Street, Gungahlin on push bikes.

One of these people proceeds to smash the glass front door to the premises with a hammer, before the other enters through the shattered glass with a red jerry can which is then used to douse the premises with accelerant.

This person then ignites the accelerant, setting themselves alight in the process, before being extinguished with the assistance of the other person.

The pair then flee the scene on the push bikes in the direction of Hinder Street.

Police would like to speak to anyone who can identify the offenders from the CCTV footage, or who may have information in relation to the incident.

Anyone who can assist the police investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 7792682. Information can be provided anonymously.

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ACT Policing has responded to an incident in the Tuggeranong region this afternoon following a dangerous driving incident.

About 1.10pm today (Friday, 9 August 2024) police observed a white BMW hatchback, which was reportedly stolen from a residence in Yarralumla this morning, driving dangerously along Mugga Lane.

A short time later, the vehicle was observed conducting a burnout and driving dangerously near Calwell High School.

The vehicle stopped shortly after, and following a short foot pursuit, police located and arrested two teenage boys.

Two other males fled the scene, and one was later seen running through the school grounds of St Francis of Assisi Primary School.

As a precaution, both schools were placed into lockdown.

A search confirmed that neither of the two males wanted by police were located in either of the schools.

Police are continuing to circulate nearby suburbs in an effort to locate the remaining offenders.

Police would urge anyone with information in relation to the identity and whereabouts of the males to contact 131 444.

Anyone who witnessed the BMW driving dangerously, including anyone who may have dash-cam footage, or who has any information in relation to this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference number P2275373.

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Three people will face the ACT Magistrates Court in relation to various offences, including drink and drug driving, following a traffic targeting operation in Greenway yesterday.

About 11.45am (Thursday, 8 August 2024) officers from ACT Road Policing were conducting random breath testing on Athllon Drive, Greenway.

At this time, a 44-year-old woman driving an orange Hyundai Getz was directed to stop by police. She returned a positive reading for alcohol and was subsequently conveyed to Tuggeranong Police Station.

A secondary breath test was conducted, where she returned a breath analysis of 0.256 – more than five times the legal limit.

The driver received an immediate suspension notice, suspending her right to drive in the ACT for 90 days.

About 12.20pm, a 51-year-old man driving a white Holden Commodore underwent a roadside drug screening test, returning a positive result, which was later confirmed at Tuggeranong Police Station.

Police conducted checks on the Holden, which showed the vehicle had not been registered since 2017.

Pending further laboratory testing, the man will also receive an immediate suspension notice.

Both drivers will face the ACT Magistrates Court at a later date in relation to these incidents.

Additionally, a 36-year-old woman driving a silver Holden Cruze will also receive a summons to attend the ACT Magistrates Court in relation to driving unlicenced, driving an unregistered vehicle, and displaying registration plates that were not meant for that vehicle.

Sergeant Travis Mills from ACT Road Policing said driving while impaired is a leading contributing factor in deaths on our roads and other associated road trauma.

“‘Police consider that driving whilst impaired to be a blatant disregard to the safety of other road users and community members,” Sergeant Mills said.

“It is a selfish and senseless act that can have dire ramifications.

“ACT Policing is reminding all drivers of their obligations towards road safety for themselves and others, and that anyone driving under the influence will continue to be targeted.

“Every ACT Police officer can test a driver for impairment.”

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A 42-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Thursday, 8 August 2024) charged in relation to a family violence assault.

About 4am yesterday (Wednesday, 7 August 2024), police understand the man and a woman drove to the Baldessin car park at the Australian National University (ANU) in a silver Nissan X-Trail.

After exiting the vehicle, police allege the man assaulted the woman, who sought assistance from a nearby worker and ANU security staff, while the man subsequently left the scene.

The assault was reported to police about 2pm, who spoke with a number of witnesses and viewed CCTV footage from the ANU.

Police located the man about 11.10pm last night on Mort Street, Braddon where he was arrested.

He has been charged with aggravated assault occasioning actual bodily harm and going equipped for theft.

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident at the ANU. Anyone with information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers, quoting reference 7818877. Information can be provided anonymously.

The following support services are also available:

ACT Domestic Violence Crisis Service 02 6280 0900

Canberra Rape Crisis Centre 02 6247 2525

YWCA Canberra Domestic Violence Support Service 02 6185 2000

ACT Government family violence services