Category: MIL-OSI

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ACT Policing has released footage following a serious incident that occurred earlier this year, during which a police officer narrowly missed being shot by a hunting arrow.

About 1.45pm on Saturday, 17 February 2024, police were requested to attend a 49-year-old man’s residence in Symonston.

While police were attempting to speak with the man, his behaviour became erratic and he shot a hunting arrow using a compound bow towards police, narrowly missing an officer.

The officer who was attempting to engage with the offender was struck by glass fragments when the arrow was shot at him.

A short time later, specialist resources were deployed and arrived at the residence.

Following their arrival, the man shot a second arrow towards police.

Specialist resources successfully negotiated with the man who was apprehended without further incident.

The man was subsequently charged with using an offensive weapon in an act endangering life, and offences relating to previous incidents including breaching a family violence order and failing to appear in court.

The court proceedings were finalised last week, with the man sentenced to 22 months in prison following this incident.

Officer in Charge of Woden Police Station, Detective Inspector Donna Hofmeier said this footage highlights the risks that ACT Policing officers face on a daily basis.

“Police are here to keep the community safe, and there is no place for violence or abuse towards officers,” Detective Inspector Hofmeier said.

“In this incident, an officer’s life was put at risk in an extremely dangerous act. Police went to that home to ensure the safety of the man and found themselves at grave risk.

“Every officer should have the right to come to work and go home safely.

“I am pleased no-one was seriously injured and that the man was safely taken into custody and given the health support he required.”

A 21-year-old man has died following an incident at Pine Island Reserve in Greenway yesterday afternoon.

About 6pm, police and emergency services responded to reports a man had failed to resurface while swimming in the Murrumbidgee River.

A search for the man commenced and sadly, his body was found in the water by AFP divers about 7.50pm.

ACT Policing will prepare a report for the Coroner.

Anyone who witnessed the incident who has not already spoken to police is urged to contact ACT Policing on 131 444. Please quote reference 7938612.

A 26-year-old man has been charged with driving offences following a police pursuit in Kambah last night.

About 10.10pm (Friday, 27 December 2024), police conducting patrols in Kambah observed a red Volkswagen Golf weaving in and out of traffic.

Police directed the vehicle to pull over but the driver failed to comply, accelerating rapidly through a red light to evade police.

Officers engaged with the vehicle throughout Kambah until the driver stopped the vehicle and fled on foot.

The 26-year-old man, who was subject to a good behaviour order, was arrested a short time later in the backyard of a nearby home.

He has been charged with failing to stop for police, dangerous driving, driving under the influence, and driving while disqualified.

He is due to face the ACT Magistrates Court today (28 December 2024).

A suspended 20-year-old P-plate driver will face court next month after being caught speeding and drink driving yesterday morning.

About 1.30am (Thursday, 26 December 2024) police were conducting patrols on Horse Park Drive, Amaroo when they detected a red Mazda 2 travelling at 101km/h in a 60km/h zone.

Police stopped the Mazda and spoke to the 20-year-old driver, who also had two passengers in the vehicle at the time.

The woman was subjected to a roadside alcohol screening test which returned a positive result.

She was subsequently taken to Gungahlin Police Station to undergo a Breath Analysis Test where she recorded a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.140.

The 20-year-old was issued an Immediate Suspension Notice, suspending her ACT drivers licence for 90 days, and she was issued an Infringement Notice for $700 and eight demerit points – due to the double demerit period.

She was also served a Court Attendance Notice to appear in the ACT Magistrate’s Court on two charges of drink driving and driving while suspended by law.

A 35-year-old man has been charged with driving and weapons offences after evading an RBT and failing to stop for police on Christmas Day.

About 9.55am yesterday morning (25 December 2024), police were conducting Random Breath Testing on Commonwealth Avenue, City when a motorcycle rider approached the testing station.

The rider was directed to stop by police, and after initially complying, he then allegedly proceeded to take off at speed and crossed to the wrong side of the road.

The motorcycle continued along Commonwealth Avenue, and was observed weaving in and out of traffic, estimated to be travelling at approximately 120km/h in the 70km/h zone.

A short time later, police located the rider approaching the up-ramp to Parliament House, where the 35-year-old was seen once again crossing to the wrong side of the road on Capital Circle, Parkes.

About 10.05am, police located the stationary motorcycle in the gardens of Parliament House, with the man being located a short time later on Hobart Avenue, Forrest.

The man was searched by police, where they located two firearms – one of which was loaded with ammunition, a knife, and drugs.

He was subsequently subjected to a roadside alcohol and drug screening test, where he returned a positive result for the presence of drugs. He was conveyed to City Police Station where he undertook further drug testing – which will be subject to laboratory analysis.

The 35-year-old man – who was a disqualified driver at the time of the incident – has been charged with driving while disqualified, failing to stop for police, exceeding the speed limit, driving with a prescribed drug in his oral fluid, numberplate issued for another vehicle, possessing a prohibited firearm, possessing ammunition, using an unregistered vehicle, using an uninsured vehicle, and failing to keep left on a two way road. He will face the ACT Magistrate’s Court today.

A 30-year-old Kambah man has been charged with multiple driving offences after allegedly stealing a car, failing to stop for police, and driving erratically throughout Canberra’s south.

About 8.20am yesterday morning (Monday, 23 December 2024) police attended a residence in Coombs following reports that a white Hyundai i30 had been stolen from an apartment complex.

A short time later, the Hyundai was seen at a service station in Chisholm, where the 30-year-old allegedly became aggressive with staff. He then allegedly took off at speed.

About 8.50pm last night, police were conducting patrols in Kambah when they observed the Hyundai – with registration plates that were also allegedly stolen earlier in the day – sitting stationary.

Police activated their lights and siren, however the driver evaded police by driving on a footpath.

About 5.10am this morning (Tuesday, 24 December 2024) police observed the Hyundai in Greenway and once again activated their lights and siren, directing the driver to stop.

The man turned onto Scollay Street, Greenway against a red light, continuing past Tuggeranong Police Station and driving through another red light.

The vehicle then continued along Erindale Drive up to the intersection of Sulwood Drive, crossing onto the incorrect side of the road numerous times.

It was further observed reaching a speed of approximately 100km/h in an 80km/h zone, continually crossing to the incorrect side of the road.

As the Hyundai approached the intersection of Athllon Drive and Beasley Street, Farrer, police successfully deployed a tyre deflation device.

The vehicle continued along the wrong side of the road before coming to a stop in the middle of the road on Yamba Drive.

Police approached the driver and he was subsequently arrested.

The 30-year-old man – who was subject to bail conditions at the time of the incident – has been charged with two counts of failing to stop a motor vehicle for police, driving a motor vehicle without consent, reckless driving, unlawfully possessing stolen property, and breaching his bail. He will face the ACT Magistrate’s Court today.

Police would also urge anyone with dash-cam footage of the Hyundai driving erratically yesterday or in the early hours of this morning to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference number 7934089.

A 28-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates Court today after allegedly assaulting his partner during an incident last week.

About 3pm on Tuesday, 17 December 2024, police received reports of an altercation occurring at a residence in Denman Prospect.

Police allege the man attacked his partner, strangling her and forcing her to the ground as well as kicking and hitting her several times.

The woman used a pair of scissors to defend herself and stabbed the man in the arm, resulting in minor injuries.

Police and emergency services attended the residence and spoke to the couple before the man was conveyed to hospital.

He was arrested at the hospital a short time later.

He has been charged with 12 counts of aggravated common assault and choking, suffocating or strangling another person.

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 75-year-old woman has died following a single vehicle collision in Kambah today.

About 10.20am this morning (Monday, 23 December 2024), police and emergency services responded to reports of a vehicle colliding with a pedestrian in a carpark on Marconi Crescent in Kambah.

ACT Ambulance Service paramedics treated two people at the scene, one of which was the 75-year-old female driver of the vehicle involved in the incident. She was transported to hospital in a critical condition however, she was declared deceased a short time later. The pedestrian received only minor injuries and did not require hospital treatment.

ACT Policing’s Major Collision Team is investigating the complicated circumstances of this incident.

Anyone who witnessed the collision who has not already spoken to police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, quoting reference number P2311471.

This incident brings the 2024 ACT Road Toll to 11.