UP to 30 offenders have been arrested and charged over the past fortnight in relation to thefts of cars, and from cars, in Carrum Downs, Frankston, Frankston South, Langwarrin and Seaford areas. The ease with which the crimes are committed amazes Frankston police, who say residents are “not doing the right thing” to ensure they are not victims of crime. They don’t know what else they can do to encourage residents to lock their cars, especially overnight, and keep any valuables out of sight. Senior Constable Ken Howard, of Frankston CIU, said more than 40 per cent of burgled cars…
Author: Bayside News
BEACHGOERS are being encouraged to look after Frankston’s shining sands this summer by helping ensure beaches are litter free. Frankston mayor Cr James Dooley hopes the best possible impression can be presented to visitors to Frankston over the summer months. “Over the years litter on our beaches has been an ongoing and costly issue, particularly given our high visitation numbers. To help curb this council has implemented education programs that have helped reduce the amount of litter on our shores,” Cr Dooley said. “Unfortunately the message hasn’t made it through to everyone, but we do appreciate those who do the…
HOMICIDE detectives were called to a house in Cassia Grove, Frankston this afternoon (Friday) to investigate a report of an alleged aggravated burglary and a man’s death. Police say a male intruder died after “a confrontation” with “a nearby neighbour” who came to a woman’s aid when he heard her screams at about 1.30pm. “There was a confrontation between the neighbour and the male intruder and it appears that that male has lost his life in circumstances which are currently under investigation,” Homicide Squad detective Sergeant Robert Nazaretian said. The woman was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
A CHAMPION effort by Longbeach PLACE teacher Carrie Ewin has seen the 25 year old receive an Outstanding Youth Volunteer award as part of this year’s Premier’s Volunteer Champions Awards. Ms Ewin has run the Chelsea Personal Computer Support Group at Longbeach PLACE to help seniors develop IT skills for the past seven years. The award caps a memorable year for the Chelsea Heights resident. In January she was named Young Citizen of the Year by Kingston Council. Fifty one Victorian volunteers were given awards at a ceremony held at Government House late last month. “I’m very excited and grateful…
A MAN tried to stab another man with a 30cm knife during a racist rant at a Southland bus stop, 8pm, Sunday. Before the assault the victim and his mate were racially abused. The pair were sitting at the Karen St bus stop with a back bag when the man and his girlfriend approached and asked for a cigarette. They had none. The man turned to the girl and asked for a gun. He then reached into her pocket and pulled out the knife, which he swung at the victim’s stomach with his right hand. The victim blocked the blow…