Victoria Police

Policing is not *just* about catching baddies for Acting Detective Sergeant Rick.

Rick sees policing as an opportunity to play a positive role in the community and support people in challenging and sometimes traumatic situations – something he finds deeply rewarding about the job.

He has applied this perspective into his role as an LGBTIQA+ Liaison Officer (LLO), which he does on top of his regular duties as a detective.

Rick has been an LLO for over 10 years, during which he’s been a resource and support both inside the organisation and the broader community.

The importance of the role of an LLO is not lost on Rick, who appreciates the importance of representation and ensuring we are proactively supporting and working with the LGBTIQA+ community.

Rick’s biggest inspiration in the rainbow community? David Bowie.
"He lived how he chose to live. If someone didn’t understand what he was about, he never let it stop him."

A child has died following a house fire in Werribee early this morning.

Emergency services responded to reports of the fire at a Newbury Street residence just after midnight.

Crews extinguished the blaze, which had fully engulfed the home, before locating a child deceased inside.

The circumstances surrounding the fire are being investigated however at this stage it is not being treated as suspicious.

Read more ➡️ https://www.police.vic.gov.au/fatal-house-fire-werribee

The Community Sentiment Survey is NOW OPEN – and we want to hear from you.

Your feedback helps us understand what matters most to you and help us develop ways to tackle them.

If you live, work and socialise in Victoria, tell us:
🚨 how you feel about safety in your local area
✨ your ideas to improve the work we do
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Make your voice count. Complete the survey before 30 June → https://bit.ly/3PB79K8

Good morning, Victoria.

Here's what's been happening across the state over the weekend.
◼️ Highway Patrol on the hunt for hit-run SUV in Melbourne
◼️ Man charged following Altona North shooting
◼️ Woman charged, 3D printed fi****ms seized in Footscray
◼️ Fight the law in Lalor and the law wins
◼️ Police search for man following Epping and Dandenong North stabbings
◼️ Do you want charges with that? Speeding stolen car recovered in Laverton
◼️ Driver caught four times over limit after crash - Sebastopol

Stay up to date here ➡️ https://www.police.vic.gov.au/breaking-news

Hi Victoria.
Here's what's been happening across the state this week in case you missed it.

◼️ Further charges following multi-million dollar investment frauds
◼️ Pair charged after stolen vehicle drives through Melbourne's Northwest
◼️ Fi****ms seized in Abbotsford
◼️ One bitten, third charged over Narre Warren aggravated burglary
◼️ Woman charged following Essendon assault

Stay up to date here ➡ https://www.police.vic.gov.au/breaking-news

“Every day is different and even the small interactions can mean a lot.”

This , we highlighting one of our Police Aboriginal Liaison Officers (PALOs), Tia.

PALOs work closely with Aboriginal Community Liaison Officers (ACLOs), community groups and communities to help break down barriers with police. It’s a role grounded in trust, connection and community.

Originally from New Zealand, and with family in the job, policing was always something Tia wanted to pursue. Alongside her PALO role, she also works in a Proactive Policing Unit, focusing on building genuine relationships and helping create culturally safe and respectful interactions with police.

“As a Māori woman, I’ve always valued culture, community and looking out for people. That’s one of the reasons I was drawn to working with Aboriginal communities through the PALO role.”

For Tia, this year's theme, “All In”, is about coming together, learning from each other, celebrating culture and strengthening connections.

She encourages young Aboriginal people considering policing to back themselves:

“Back yourself and give it a go. It’s not always easy, but it’s a really rewarding path where you can make a real difference.”

Learn more about National Reconciliation Week at www.reconciliation.org.au
Victoria Police recognises the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work, and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

We’re investigating the circumstances surrounding a stabbing at a shopping centre in Maribyrnong yesterday evening.

Police responded to reports of a group of people fighting outside a cinema in the complex on Rosamond Road just after 7pm.

A 16-year-old Dallas boy sustained a stab wound during the incident and was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Two other teens sustained minor injuries, and the offenders fled the scene before police arrived.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, with footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Today is National LGBTIQA+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day.

Family violence can affect anyone - and it doesn't always look the same in LGBTIQA+ relationships.

Understanding the unique ways it can present, and creating safe, inclusive spaces to talk about it, can make all the difference. When people feel seen and supported, they’re more likely to reach out for help.

We’ve created a page on our website about the forms of family violence LGBTIQA+ people may experience, along with links to speciality support services >www.police.vic.gov.au/family-violence-and-lgbtiqa-communities

If you or someone you know needs help, support is available.
In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

Our goal is for everyone to feel safe and respected in their relationships and feel confident to seek support 💜