THE body of missing Mt Eliza woman Kylie Phillips was found by a fisherman 500 metres off the pier at Indented Head, Tuesday 21 November. The police Air Wing, water police and emergency services crews had been searching for the missing kayaker, 44, who disappeared off Mt Eliza, Wednesday 15 November. Her kayak was found in waters off Altona, Friday 17 November. It is believed Ms Phillips had a medical condition. Mornington police said the family had been notified about the discovery of the body immediately. The Water Police will prepare a report for the coroner. Anyone with mental health…
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POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man exposed himself at Carrum Downs shopping centre last month. A man was allegedly seen with his pants down in a corridor leading to the toilets, 9.30am-10am, 30 October. The man is of Indian appearance, 20-30 years old, about 152cm tall with a bald head. He was wearing a white buttoned business shirt, black dress pants and white or light coloured runners. Police believe he may have exposed himself at shopping centres in other areas and are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au First published…
MORE than 300 people are expected to attend a symposium next month at the Baitul Salam Mosque, Langwarrin to explain that “Islam’s teachings” have no links to terrorism. The event is being run by the Victorian chapter of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia to promote “peace and unity between all people”. The Langwarrin mosque is regarded as the largest in the state and Sunday 3 December will be the second annual event of its type at the mosque. Imam Syed Wadood Janud said the symposium’s theme “World crisis and the pathway to peace” will “focus on reaffirming that Islam is…
Kingston Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for public assistance following a burglary on 16 November. It’s understood three men gained entry to the Haymer Street business just after 1am last Wednesday. The offenders stole the till, including its cash contents, during the burglary. All offenders were wearing hoodies and gloves and are believed to be aged in their 20s. Anyone with information is urged to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Source: Victoria Police News – Thursday, 23 November 2017
DETECTIVES are appealing for witnesses after a 21-year-old man was bashed and “glassed” with a broken bottle on Mordialloc pier, early evening, Wednesday 18 October. The man, who was with a mate, told police his attacker at first asked for a cigarette before launching a savage assault which included head-butting, punching and kicking. The victim yelled: “What are you doing this for? We haven’t done anything to you.” His attacker then smashed a bottle on the steel railing and used it to stab his victim in the face. Bystanders called 000. The victim received a broken nose, broken teeth, and…