Category: MIL-OSI

ACT Policing has executed five search warrants in the past fortnight in relation to three alleged assault incidents that occurred earlier this year.

In July 2024, police received reports of three assaults that occurred after men were lured to locations using a dating app.

Following a thorough investigation, five search warrants have been executed at various residences in the ACT and NSW throughout the last fortnight – including some as recent as yesterday.

As a result of these search warrants, several electronic devices have been seized, and a number of youths have been spoken to by police.

At this time no arrests have been made in relation to these incidents, however investigations remain ongoing.

Incidents such as these are taken very seriously, and anyone who has been a victim of an assault under similar circumstances is encouraged to contact police on 131 444.

As this is an ongoing investigation, no further comment will be made.

Anyone with information that could assist in this investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference number 7800123. Information can be provided anonymously.

A 32-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates Court following an incident at a licenced premises in Gungahlin last month.

About 3.10am on Monday, 16 September 2024, police responded to a call for assistance following reports that three men were behaving aggressively towards each other and staff, and throwing glasses within the licenced premises.

Upon arrival, police were further advised that the 32-year-old had been verbally abusive towards a staff member when the group were asked to leave.

When police engaged with the group and requested they leave the premises, the man was allegedly verbally abusive and threatening towards officers.

After negotiating with the group, the men left the premises, however re-entered a short time later.

Police once again directed that they leave, at which time the man allegedly attempted to further intimidate police, before the group departed the area a short time later.

The man has been issued with two Court Attendance Notices for intimidating police, and failing to quit a licenced premises. He will face the ACT Magistrates Court on Thursday, 31 October 2024.

A 30-year-old man will be served with a Criminal Infringement Notice for failing to quit in relation to his alleged involvement in the incident, and the third man’s involvement is not under investigation.

A 58-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates Court today after allegedly assaulting his wife and another family member during an incident last night.

About 8.15pm (Monday, 14 October 2024), the man got into a verbal argument with family members during dinner after consuming alcohol.

He allegedly assaulted another man by slapping him in the face and when his wife attempted to intervene, he punched in her in the face repeatedly.

He then followed her as she attempted to leave the residence and assaulted her again by shoving her against a wall.

Police arrived a short time later and after speaking to witnesses, the man was arrested at the scene and charged with two counts of aggravated common assault and aggravated property damage.

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 6280 0900..

A 22-year-old Holder man will face the ACT Magistrates Court tomorrow after he allegedly strangled and assaulted his partner last night.

Throughout the evening (Saturday, 12 October 2024), the man is alleged to have become aggressive towards the victim following a disagreement at their residence.

He then allegedly pushed the victim to the ground, strangled her, and dragged her by her hair.

When she attempted to leave the residence, the man allegedly pushed her against a wall, strangled her, and hid her car keys – prohibiting her from leaving.

A short time later, the woman managed to flee and contact police.

About 11pm, police arrived and located the victim hiding behind a car at the front of the residence.

The man was subsequently arrested and charged with two counts of strangling, forcible confinement, and aggravated common assault. He is scheduled to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday, 14 October 2024).

If you are a victim of family violence or believe someone you know is the victim of family violence, you can contact police on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency, or attend any police station..

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

ACT Policing is issuing a reminder to be cautious when selling second-hand items online.

Police recently arrested a man who it is alleged produced fake electronic transaction/transfer receipts when attempting to purchase items online. These items included vehicles and other items of value.

Only in some of the cases were the items returned when the sellers did not receive the expected funds.

ACT Policing is urging Canberrans who sell items online to never hand over goods until a payment is properly received. Never rely on images or copies of ‘receipts’ provided by the buyer. Bank cheques and cash can also be requested as suitable payment options.

Investigations into the arrested man’s activities are continuing and at this time no charges have been laid.

Anyone who believes they have been a victim of a similar incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously..

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to a serious assault that occurred in Giralang last Friday that left a man in hospital.

Between 8.15pm and 8.45pm on Friday (4 October 2024), a group of young people attempted to enter a house party without invitation and an altercation occurred soon after.

A 19-year-old man was assaulted by several people and was transported to hospital where he was treated for serious facial injuries.

Police have spoken to some of the witnesses present, however are seeking further witnesses to come forward to assist in the investigation – including anyone who may have any additional footage of the incident.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any information in relation to the identity of the offenders, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference 7867325..