Safety Beach Man Expected To Face Charges After Dromana Drink-Driving Crash
A 20-year-old Safety Beach man is expected to face charges after an alleged drink-driving crash on Nepean Highway in Dromana left a Ford Fiesta written off.
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The latest crime news for Mornington Peninsula, Frankston and surrounding areas.
Schoolies Licence Blitz Targets Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Venues
A Schoolies licence blitz across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula has resulted in multiple alleged security, identification and traffic offences. Victoria Police inspected 33 licensed premises and checked 89 crowd controller licences during the operation on 21 and 22 August.…
Victoria Police Senior Constable Charged With Assault
A Victoria Police senior constable has been charged with four counts of common law assault following an internal investigation into an alleged on-duty incident in November 2025.
Somerville Man Arrested In Taskforce Hawk Investigation
A 37-year-old Somerville man has been arrested and released pending further enquiries as part of a Taskforce Hawk investigation into alleged secret commissions, fraud and drug trafficking linked to Victoria’s construction industry.
Mount Martha Man Faces Drug Charges After Frankston Arrest
A 50-year-old Mount Martha man faces multiple drug charges after police allegedly found several substances and more than $5,000 in cash during a Frankston operation.
40 Arrested in Frankston Station Operation
A five-hour police operation at Frankston Railway Station resulted in 40 arrests, five edged weapons being seized and more than 40 transport infringement notices being issued.
Man Faces Frankston Stabbing Charges
A 27-year-old man has been charged over two alleged stabbings in Frankston, including an alleged armed robbery, and remanded in custody.
Man Arrested After Two Stabbings in Frankston in 24 Hours
Frankston Crime Investigation Unit detectives have arrested a 27-year-old man after two women were stabbed in separate incidents on Young Street and Playne Street within 24 hours.
One Dead After Two-Vehicle Collision in Rosebud
A man died after a two-vehicle collision in Rosebud on Sunday evening. Police have arrested one driver and are investigating.
Police Release Vehicle Images in Beaumaris Fatal Crash Investigation
Victoria Police have released images of a Volkswagen similar to the vehicle involved in the fatal Beaumaris crash that killed a 38-year-old Blind Bight man.
Blind Bight Man Killed in Beaumaris Fatal Crash
A 38-year-old Blind Bight man has died and a 45-year-old Carrum Downs man suffered life-threatening injuries following a fatal crash in Beaumaris.
Mornington Man Charged Over Alleged Knife Assault
Detectives have charged a 35-year-old Mornington man over an alleged knife assault in Cooba Court that left a 41-year-old man with life-threatening injuries
Man Fighting for Life Following Mornington Assault, One Arrested
A 41-year-old man is fighting for life following an assault in Mornington, with police arresting a 35-year-old man shortly after the incident.
Frankston Man Arrested After Alleged Erratic Driving and Peninsula Link Collision
A Frankston man is expected to face charges following an alleged erratic driving incident and collision on Peninsula Link at Baxter. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
14-Year-Old Girl Critical After Peninsula Link Rollover
A 14-year-old girl remains in a critical condition after an allegedly stolen Honda Jazz rolled several times on Peninsula Link at Langwarrin. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Rosebud Man Charged Over $100,000 Sorrento Shop Vandalism
A 55-year-old Rosebud man has been charged over vandalism that damaged 11 businesses along Ocean Beach Road in Sorrento and caused nearly $100,000 in damage.
Cheltenham Woman Charged with Murder Over 2024 Yarram Shooting
A 53-year-old Cheltenham woman has been charged with murder more than two years after a man was fatally shot in Yarram.
Victoria Police Release Staffing Figures as State Battles Officer Shortage
Victoria Police has released new staffing figures for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, providing a snapshot of local police allocations as the organisation continues tackling a statewide officer shortage.
Two Teens Charged Over Three Alleged Mornington Robberies
Police have charged two teenage boys over three alleged robberies targeting four boys in Mornington, including an incident involving an alleged knife threat.
Rosebud Property Among $17.5M Frozen in Alleged Cannabis Syndicate Probe
A Rosebud property is among 14 homes worth about $17.5 million frozen as police investigate an alleged organised crime syndicate linked to at least 41 cannabis grow houses across Victoria.
Southern Region Senior Constable Charged With Sexual Exposure
A Victoria Police senior constable has been charged with sexual exposure following an internal investigation. Police said the 40-year-old officer was charged with one count over an alleged incident on 24 April. The officer was on duty at the time,…
Cloned Plate Crackdown Nets 79 Arrests and $1 Million in Stolen Cars
Frankston police have arrested 79 people and recovered about $1 million worth of stolen vehicles during a major crackdown on cloned and stolen numberplates across Melbourne’s south-east.
Pavers Used to Smash Eleven Sorrento Shops in Overnight Attack
Police are investigating after offenders allegedly used footpath pavers to smash the windows of 11 businesses along Ocean Beach Road in Sorrento. The attack has also renewed concerns about loose and uneven pavers along the shopping strip.
Man Arrested as Police Investigate Damage to Hastings Station Lawn
Police arrested a 22-year-old man during an investigation into alleged damage at Hastings Police Station after a motorcycle reportedly crossed the front lawn twice in three days.
Teen Charged Over Carrum Downs Factory Fire
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy after an alleged stolen Ford Raptor was linked to a Carrum Downs factory fire that caused more than $1 million damage.
Teenager Fighting for Life After Langwarrin Motorcycle Crash
A 16-year-old boy is fighting for life after a motorcycle collided with a car on Cranbourne-Frankston Road in Langwarrin. Victoria Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Teen Pair Charged Over Alleged Knife-Point Bus Stop Robberies In Frankston And Cranbourne
Two teenagers have been charged after police allege a stolen car was used in knife-point robberies targeting young people at bus stops in Frankston and Cranbourne.
Woman Dies After Being Hit By Car Near Nepean Highway in Chelsea
A woman has died after being hit by a car in a Chelsea car park near the intersection of Avondale Avenue and Nepean Highway.
Mornington Peninsula Teen Charged After Dog Squad Arrest Ends Alleged Stolen-Car Run
A 17-year-old from the Mornington Peninsula area has been charged after an alleged stolen-car run involving a BMW, a Kia and a Dog Squad arrest in Richmond.
Bittern Man Allegedly Five Times Over Limit After Mount Martha Collision
A Bittern man has had his licence suspended and vehicle impounded after police alleged he returned a breath test reading more than five times the legal alcohol limit following a two-car collision in Mount Martha.
Somerville Man In Custody After Alleged Hit-Run, Stolen Vehicle And Weapons Find
Police took a 34-year-old Somerville man into custody after an alleged hit-run involving a stolen Toyota Prado in Lynbrook and an alleged weapons find.
Anonymous Tip Leads To Drug And Firearms Charges In Carrum
A 25-year-old Carrum man has been charged after police allegedly seized more than $200,000 worth of ketamine, firearms, knives, cash and suspected cocaine during a warrant.
Hastings Woman, 22, Dies Following Merricks North Collision
A 22-year-old Hastings woman has died after a three-vehicle collision at the intersection of Balnarring and Myers roads in Merricks North.
Frankston Man Fighting For Life After Alleged Assault
A 37-year-old Frankston man remains in a critical condition after an alleged late-night assault in Charon Court. Two men have been charged with attempted murder.
Police Investigate Suspicious Factory Fire In Carrum Downs
Police are investigating a suspicious factory fire at a Carrum Downs car paint business after emergency services were called to Brett Drive about 2.10am. Victoria Police said three offenders fled the scene in a dark-coloured Jeep utility.
14-Year-Old Among Three Charged Over Alleged Frankston Home Invasion Spree
Three teens, including a 14-year-old boy, have been charged after police linked alleged aggravated home invasions in Frankston to a wider investigation involving a stolen vehicle, weapons charges and an alleged police evasion in Hastings.
Gatto Arrest Puts Construction Integrity Back In Election Spotlight
Mick Gatto has been released without charge after being arrested and interviewed by Taskforce Hawk detectives at Mount Martha during an investigation into alleged financial offences.
P-Plater Loses Licence After Alleged .174 Breath Test In Mornington
An 18-year-old Mornington P-plater has had his licence suspended and vehicle impounded after allegedly returning a .174 blood alcohol reading during a police intercept.
Police Seek Man After Frankston CBD Assault
Police are seeking public assistance after a man was allegedly punched in the jaw while waiting for an Uber in Frankston’s CBD.
Anonymous Tip-Off Exposes Alleged Guns, Drugs And Weapons Cache In Mornington
A Mornington man has been remanded after police allegedly found eight firearms, ammunition, cannabis, drugs and weapons during a search warrant linked to an anonymous Crime Stoppers tip-off.
Somerville Highway Patrol Nabs Two Motorbike Riders Clocked At 144km/h And 130km/h
Somerville Highway Patrol has nabbed two motorbike riders after police allegedly detected them travelling at 144km/h and 130km/h, including one rider on a learner permit.
CCTV released after driver flees Rosebud freeway hit-run
Police have released CCTV images as they investigate a hit-run collision on the Peninsula Freeway at Rosebud, where a driver allegedly fled the scene on foot before the offending vehicle was driven away.
Three Girls Arrested After Alleged Stolen Car Follow Across Melbourne’s South And East
Three girls were arrested after an allegedly stolen hatchback was tracked across Melbourne’s southern and eastern suburbs before being stopped in Mount Waverley, according to Victoria Police.
Frankston and Rosebud men among trio charged after Berwick jeweller armed robbery
A Frankston man and a Rosebud man are among three people charged following an alleged armed robbery at a Berwick jewellery store and two other alleged incidents on the same day, according to Victoria Police.
Doveton man charged over alleged international Toyota theft and export syndicate
A Doveton man has been charged after Victoria Police alleged he played a role in an international syndicate accused of stealing high-end Toyotas in Victoria and exporting them to the United Arab Emirates.
Mornington Peninsula pair arrested after Cranbourne drug and vehicle haul
A Dromana man has been charged and a Mornington woman released pending further enquiries after police seized drugs, vehicles, ammunition and allegedly stolen ID cards at a Cranbourne property.
Stolen Buggy Rams Police Car In Moorooduc
Police are investigating after a stolen industrial buggy allegedly rammed a police vehicle in Moorooduc early on Monday morning. The incident began at a business on Moorooduc Highway before officers later located the vehicles on Bentons Road.
Drink and Drug Drivers Detected During Long Weekend on Mornington Peninsula
Mornington Peninsula police conducted more than 1,800 roadside breath and drug tests during the long weekend Operation ARID road safety blitz, detecting several drink and drug drivers.
Three Frankston Men among Five Charged After Alleged Melbourne Crime Spree
Three men described by Victoria Police as being from Frankston are among five charged following an investigation into alleged break-ins and attempted home invasions across Melbourne’s south and south-east.
Police appeal for witnesses after Rosebud assault leaves man hospitalised
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after an assault at the intersection of McCombe Street and Thomas Street in Rosebud about 5pm on Saturday 28 February 2026. A man was taken to hospital with significant injuries to his leg, and investigators believe a person in a white car may have filmed the incident.
