A Mount Martha man charged with 232 counts of making a false document is among three men facing charges following a Victoria Police investigation into allegedly falsified construction and workplace certificates.
The 33-year-old Mount Martha man was charged on 13 October as part of an ongoing investigation by Taskforce Hawk.
He was released on bail and is scheduled to appear at Frankston Magistrates’ Court on 15 February 2027.
Victoria Police confirmed the charges in a statement on Thursday, 12 November, announcing that two further men had been arrested in connection with the investigation.
Two More Charged in False Certificate Investigation
Detectives executed a search warrant at a Mooroolbark property on Wednesday, 11 November, seizing a mobile phone and arresting a 36-year-old man.
Police believe the man is a current Health and Safety Representative and chapter president of the Hells Angels outlaw motorcycle gang.
He was charged with two counts of making a false certificate and one count of driving while suspended.
The Mooroolbark man was bailed to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 3 March 2027.
On Thursday, detectives also arrested a 34-year-old South Morang man believed to be a Bandidos outlaw motorcycle gang chapter president and former Health and Safety Representative.
He was charged with making a false document and bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 7 May 2027.
Police have not detailed the nature of the allegedly falsified documents or explained the connections between the three accused men.
Taskforce Hawk Investigation Continues
The investigation forms part of Taskforce Hawk’s efforts to identify alleged criminal activity within Victoria’s construction industry.
Originally established as Operation Hawk in July 2024, it became a dedicated taskforce in June 2025 following allegations of serious and violent criminal behaviour linked to the sector.
The taskforce focuses on organised crime connections within the construction industry, including individuals with known links to outlaw motorcycle gangs.
Police confirmed the investigation, which commenced earlier this year, remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
The charges are allegations and have not been proven in court.
