A Mount Martha man faces 232 counts of making a false document. The charges follow an investigation into alleged false workplace certificates.
Taskforce Hawk detectives took the 33-year-old into custody in Melbourne about 1.15pm on Tuesday, 13 October.
Investigation Into Alleged False Workplace Certificates
Police allege the man facilitated false workplace education qualifications. The investigation concerns the production and distribution of false construction and other workplace certifications and qualifications.
He was granted bail to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 15 February.
The investigation began earlier this year and remains ongoing.
Police established Operation Hawk in July 2024 to target criminal behaviour linked to the construction industry.
It became Taskforce Hawk in June 2025 following fresh allegations of serious and violent criminal behaviour.
The taskforce assesses intelligence and evidence about alleged criminal activity in the sector. It also works with industry stakeholders, regulators and other law enforcement agencies.
Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online.
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Source: Victoria Police, released 13 October 2026.
