Drink and Drug Driving Offences Surge During Operation Regal
Victoria Police detected over 6,000 traffic offences—including drink and drug driving—during Operation Regal over the King’s Birthday weekend. One in 16 drug drivers tested positive.
Category Crime News
The latest crime news for Mornington Peninsula, Frankston and surrounding areas.
Frankston P-Plater Caught Driving Nearly Double the Speed Limit
A 19-year-old P-plater from Frankston has been caught driving nearly double the speed limit on Boundary Road, Dingley Village. His licence was suspended on the spot and car impounded.
Wanted on Warrant: Frankston and Mornington Peninsula
Eight people are currently wanted on warrant across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Police are calling on the public for help to locate them
Two Hastings Men Charged Over Dromana Ram Raid and South-East Crime Spree
Two men from Hastings have been charged over a string of ram raids across Melbourne’s south-east, including a break-in at a Dromana pharmacy. Police allege the pair targeted multiple businesses in a three-day crime spree.
Explosives, Drugs, and Stolen Property Seized in Cranbourne Raid
Police seize explosives and drugs in Cranbourne raid, leading to woman's arrest. Investigation into theft continues. Call Crime Stoppers with info.
Rosebud Police Impound Car After Driver Found Four Times Over Limit
A Rosebud driver has lost his licence and had his car impounded after being caught with a blood alcohol level of 0.20 on the Mornington Peninsula. Police say the man will face court over the serious drink driving offence.
Frankston Man Arrested After 3 Week Violent Crime Spree
A Frankston man has been arrested after a three-week crime spree involving burglaries, vehicle thefts, and an attempted carjacking targeting Melbourne's southeast, including Frankston, Cranbourne, Carrum Downs, Langwarrin, Somerville and Mt Eliza.
13-Year-Old Arrested After Stolen Porsche Leads Police on 3-Hour Pursuit
A 13-year-old boy was arrested after a high-speed chase in a stolen Porsche in Moorooduc. The pursuit lasted nearly three hours and is part of Operation Trinity targeting youth crime and car thefts.
Police Investigate Armed Robbery Spree Across Melbourne’s South-East
Police are appealing for information after a string of violent armed robberies at service stations across Melbourne’s south-east. At least ten locations were hit on the same night, with machete-wielding offenders stealing cash, cigarettes, and personal items.
Illegal E-Scooter Impounded on Nepean Highway
A 33-year-old man from Caulfield North has had his e-scooter impounded by Somerville Highway Patrol after being caught riding at 50km/h on Nepean Highway, Mt Eliza. The high-powered scooter, capable of reaching 90km/h, was deemed illegal under Victorian road laws.
