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Sisters of officer killed by Dezi Freeman plan to sue police for negligence, lawyer says

Dianne Thompson and Lois Kirk tell Victoria police in letter ‘we did not expect to feel invisible’ after Neal Thompson’s death

The Guardian - AU

Nine men charged over plot to smuggle 3.5 tonnes of cocaine into Australia by sea

Four men also charged in connection with seizure of 30kg of methamphetamine in Perth last August

The Independent UK

Victoria police arrest two people as part of Dezi Freeman investigation

Man and woman released pending further enquiries after arrests at separate properties in state’s north-east on Saturday morning

The Guardian - AU

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Who Is Dezi Freeman? Notorious Australian Cop Killer Shot Dead After Refusing Surrender in 7-Month Hunt

The story of Dezi Freeman, a fugitive and Australia's most wanted after fatally shooting two police officers. His intense manhunt and final standoff highlighted challenges posed by the sovereign citizen movement.

International Business Times UK

Notorious Fugitive Dezi Freeman Shot Dead in Rural Victoria Stand-Off

A massive police operation in Victoria ended with the fatal capture of Dezi Freeman, the fugitive accused of killing two officers. Learn about the seven-month manhunt and its dramatic conclusion.

International Business Times UK

'Evil man is dead': Dezi Freeman hunt ends in shooting

Double police killer Dezi Freeman was armed when shot dead by officers after refusing to surrender in a three-hour stand-off.

AAP

Memory of 'despicable' bombing lingers 40 years on

One of Australia's most brutal bombings has been relived as the memory of its sole slain victim endures four decades since the attack.

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Profiling concerns mount as police plan influx in CBD

Civil rights groups are alarmed over a plan to almost double the number of patrolling police officers in a major city, citing fears of increased profiling.

AAP

Accused in underworld killing to query police probe

Defence lawyers for five men accused of the alleged targeted murder of an underworld figure will question police on their investigations.

AAP

DV history 'should' have raised alarm before murder

Murderer Toby Loughnane's long history of family violence should have raised greater alarm before he killed his partner Maryam Hamka, a coroner has found.

AAP

Can we predict domestic homicide? New research suggests we can’t

In 2024, 38 Australian women were murdered by a partner or ex-partner. Thankfully, new data show the number of women killed by intimate partners has reduced to 32 over the most recent reporting period. The annual rate to June 2025 was among the lowest on record.

The Conversation

Victoria police may be unequally targeting people of African appearance with warrantless search powers

Analysis also shows Victoria police are failing to collect data on ethnic appearance – to ensure racial profiling is not occurring – in about 20% of searches

The Guardian - AU

Trips to Thailand, hotels: claims against ex-detective

An ex-detective accused of blackmail and bribery has faced court over corruption commission claims he accepted trips to Thailand, cash and luxury hotels.

AAP

Manhunt revived five months after deadly cop shootings

A search for one of Australia's most wanted men, Dezi Freeman, has narrowed in remote bushland, with police looking for the fugitive's body.

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The Conversation

Why are some young people attracted to gangs and what are some evidence-based solutions?

Reports that Victoria Police are issuing anti-association orders to “youth gang members” has sparked fresh debate about how to best deal with youth gang violence in Australia.

AAP

Heat, bushfire risks force cycle races to be cancelled

Cycling hierarchy have cancelled the Surf Coast Classic races in Victoria because of extreme heat and bushfire risks.

Cycling News

Women's and men's Surf Coast Classics cancelled due to evolving bushfire and weather conditions, 'no identified impacts at this time' for Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Races

Warnings from Otway fire continue to cover part of original Surf Coast Classic course as temperatures surge toward 45°C

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Police 'stonewalling' delays CFMEU threats case

A construction union organiser's court matter has been delayed as his defence has been unable to serve a former police commissioner through Victoria Police.

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Plea for unity as Australia Day highlights divisions

Emotions have run high at competing Australia Day rallies as the prime minister highlighted the role immigrants have played in helping to shape the nation.

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'Unlawful' police powers ruling a win for protesters

A declaration that gave police the power to search people without a warrant was unlawful and invalid, a Federal Court judge has ruled in a win for protesters.

AAP

Cops lifted search powers for rights review, court told

Protesters have mounted a Federal Court challenge against a declaration that gave police the power to search people without a warrant.

AAP

Police urge activists to cooperate despite protest ban

Those hoping to make their voices heard have been urged to work with police to avoid arrest under unprecedented restrictions imposed on public assemblies.

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Woman sues police after brother dies in custody

The family of a man who died in custody is suing the police force for damages, claiming they suffered injury and loss as a result of his death.

The Guardian - AU

Victoria police name man they want to interview in relation to ‘Happy Chanukah’ car fire in St Kilda

Police say there is no indication John Argento, 47, poses specific risk to the Jewish community, but believe he may be able to help with investigation

AAP

Call to end police OC spray use after landmark finding

An activist's six-year battle against a state over its use of capsicum spray at protests has culminated in a landmark finding that police committed battery.

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