Category: MIL-OSI

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 29 December 2025 11:19am

Original publication: Monday, 29 December 2025 11:15am

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Sunday, 28 December 2025 8:51am

Original publication: Sunday, 28 December 2025 8:51am

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Saturday, 27 December 2025 8:39am

Original publication: Saturday, 27 December 2025 8:39am

Source: ACT Police

A 39-year-old Whitlam man will face court today charged with firearm and family violence offences following a police operation in Whitlam on Wednesday evening.

About 6:35pm on Wednesday (24 December 2025), the man allegedly assaulted his pregnant partner, punching her in the head several times.

Members of the public observed the woman exit the residence and the man following her with a firearm allegedly in his possession. Witnesses further observed the man falling over causing the firearm to discharge into the air.

About 6:41pm police received multiple reports of the disturbance, arriving a short time later and establishing a cordon. It became known to police that two children were inside the man’s residence.

A significant police response with multiple police resources were in attendance including General Duties patrols, Territory Targeting Team, Road Policing, AFP Dog Team, AFP Tactical Response and AFP Negotiators.

Between 7:22pm and 7:45pm, police will allege the man discharged the firearm 12 times at various locations within the residence. On four occasions the man aimed and discharged the firearm at police.  During this time, the man made several violent threats to police and the children.

About 8:55pm, police will allege the man climbed a rear fence of his property, making threats to police. Moments after, he lost balance and fell to the ground, where police were then subsequently able to arrest him.

Police entered the residence locating two children, who were transported to hospital with non-life threating injuries.

About 11pm, officers executed a search warrant at the residence locating a modified black air rifle with a scope.

The man who was subject to an arrest warrant for failing to answer bail, is expected to face the ACT Magistrate’s Court today (Friday, 26 December 2025) charged with aggravated assault ABH on pregnant woman (FV), aggravated common assault (FV), unauthorised use of prohibited firearm, four counts of discharge firearm endanger life and attempt assault frontline community service provider.

ACT Policing stands ready to assist victims experiencing family violence.

If you are in this situation – when it is safe to do so – please contact police on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency, or contact a support service who can assist with crisis support, safety planning and advice.

If you require assistance, you can contact:

• Triple Zero (000) in an emergency or life-threatening situation.
• Police Assistance on 131 444 if it is a non-emergency, but you require police assistance.
• The Domestic Violence Crisis Service provides a 24-hour crisis line, advice, safety planning and information every day of the year and can be reached on 02 6280 0900.
• The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre provides a 24-hour crisis line and can be contacted on 02 6247 2525

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Thursday, 25 December 2025 4:19pm

Original publication: Thursday, 25 December 2025 4:19pm

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Police will be out in force across the Northern Territory on New Year’s Eve to ensure Territorians and visitors welcome the New Year safely and enjoy a positive night out.

There will be multiple targeted police operations focusing on traffic safety and antisocial behaviour.

Operation Boone will see police deployed across the Greater Darwin region, particularly within the CBD and nightclub precincts.

Both Katherine and Alice Springs will have additional police on the beat throughout the celebrations, with a strong focus on early intervention and engagement.

Motorists can also expect to see Random Breath Testing stations and highly visible patrols as police work to ensure everyone gets home safely.

Commissioner Martin Dole said “There will be a significant police presence across the Territory to manage the number of revellers and issues associated with extended trading hours.

“In addition to these New Years operations, Operation Quinn and Operation Ludlow II are still ongoing.

“The vast majority of people attending pubs and clubs are well behaved and simply want to enjoy a night out with friends.

“Unfortunately, there are still some who don’t know, or choose to ignore, their alcohol tolerance, and others who fail to make safe arrangements to get home and selfishly get behind the wheel of a car.

“Our message is simple, police are there to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable night. We ask that people look after one another, drink responsibly and plan how they will get home safely.

“There will be a lot of people in urban centres and many trying to leave at the same time. With some forward planning, options are available including staying in a hotel, arranging a sober driver, ordering an Uber, or utilising the Darwin bus service, taxis or minibuses.”

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Police have apprehended three male youths following a series of aggravated burglaries that occurred in Katherine overnight and this morning.

Around 7:40am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that three male youths had allegedly unlawfully entered a secondary school on Chambers Drive. A staff member was alerted after the campus alarm was activated and contacted police.

It is alleged that while inside the premises, the youths damaged several doors and stole a small amount of cash from a donation box.

Police attended and located the three males aged 9, 9 and 10.

Some of the stolen cash was recovered by police.

The 10-year-old male has been charged with two counts of Aggravated burglary, and the two 9-year-old males will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act 2005.

Further investigations identified the males had allegedly been involved in three additional aggravated burglaries in Katherine this morning and last night.

Around 4:15am, the three youths allegedly unlawfully entered a facility on the corner of Lindsay Street and, Katherine Terrace and caused significant damage to the property doors before fleeing the scene.

Between 2am and 4am this morning, it is alleged the males attended a fast-food restaurant on First Street where significant damage was caused to the property.

On Monday evening, 29 December, sometime before 10:30pm the three males, along with four additional males, are also alleged to have been involved in an aggravated burglary at a facility along the Stuart Highway. A door and multiple items inside were damaged and two sets of keys stolen. Four suspects remain outstanding in relation to this incident.

Police have recovered the keys taken from the facility.

Investigations are ongoing and police urge anyone with information to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25354716.

Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has located the previously reported missing 48-year-old man safe and well.

He was located a short time ago in the vicinity of Engawala Community. He has been conveyed by helicopter to a local clinic for a precautionary assessment.

Police would like to thank the public for their assistance.

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force Search and Rescue Section has safely located two males aged 55 and 62 following a vehicle being swept off the roadway near Ngukurr on Thursday 25 December.

On Sunday 28 December around 8:30pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that two males were stranded at Boomerang Lagoon Outstation, approximately 51 kilometres northeast of Ngukurr.

Police were advised that on Christmas Day, a vehicle carrying four adults males attempted to cross a flooded creek crossing on the Numbulwar access Road when it was washed off the crossing. All occupants were able to exit the vehicle safely. Two of the males walked back to Ngukurr to raise the alarm, while the remaining two males stayed at the outstation.

Local police attended and confirmed all roads into the area were impassable due to floodwater and additional resources were requested to assist with the search.

Today, a helicopter carrying Ngukurr police was deployed and located both males approximately six kilometres from Boomerang Lagoon Outstation. They were conveyed back to Ngukurr, where they were assessed at the local health clinic.

The vehicle was also observed from the helicopter fully submerged in flood waters.

Acting Senior Sergeant Christopher Harden said, “Thankfully we had a great outcome here and there were no serious injuries.

“This is a timely reminder that if the road is flooded, forget it. No destination is worth your life.”

Source: Tasmania Police

Southern Tasmanian youth charged with possession of child exploitation material

Tuesday, 30 December 2025 – 4:14 pm.

Following detection of the sharing of child exploitation material on the social media platform, Kik, Tasmania Police commenced an investigation and identified a male youth suspect residing in Tasmania. 
The Tasmanian Joint Anti-Child Exploitation Team (JACET), comprised of the High-Risk Child Exploitation Unit and the Australian Federal Police, executed a search warrant with the assistance of the Community Protection and Offender Reporting (CPOR) team in Southern Tasmania today.
During the search, police examined numerous digital devices, locating a large amount of serious child exploitation material on the youth’s mobile phone. As a result, the youth was arrested and charged with possession of child exploitation material. He has been bailed to appear before the court at a later date, and is subject to strict conditions.
Australian children under the age of sixteen are now restricted in their use of social media, including the Kik platform. Tasmania Police urges parents and carers to not rely solely on these restrictions to keep young people safe online. They also recommend following the five top tips from ThinkUKnow:
1. Have open conversations, often
2. Supervision is essential
3. Be approachable if your child needs help
4. Check privacy settings
5. Know how to report
Visit ThinkUKnow for more information about these top tips and more.
Online child abuse is a serious crime. Tasmania Police, with the support of its partners, is committed to stopping these crimes and keeping our children safe. If you have seen inappropriate behaviour online that you suspect is child abuse, report it:
• If the child is in immediate danger, call 000.
• Call 131 444
• Report online to the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) https://www.accce.gov.au/report