Eyewatch - Knox Police Service Area

23/10/2026

VIPER Taskforce and To***co Licensing Victoria (TLV) continue to target organised crime groups profiting from the illicit to***co trade, with 100 stores now closed under new enforcement powers.

Since the powers came into effect on 9 September, investigators have seized more than four million illicit ci******es, 70,000 vapes, 3 tonnes of to***co, and approximately $1M in cash.

So far, VIPER taskforce and TLV have visited stores in Melbourne C*D, Tarneit, Truganina, Deer Park, Hoppers Crossing, Werribee, South Yarra, Prahran, St Kilda, Geelong, Footscray, Frankston, Dandenong, Craigieburn, Broadmeadows, Sunbury, Lalor, Ringwood, Caulfield, Boronia, Lilydale, Moe, Morwell.

The operation remains ongoing with VIPER Taskforce continuing to target illicit to***co stores linked to organised crime, including syndicates with offshore leadership.

22/10/2026

These cricket pads were left in the undercover pavilion of Stud Park Reserve. They were handed into the Rowville Police and possibly left from the weekend of 10 & 11 October 2026. If you own the pads or know who does, please contact Rowville Police 9764 0996. Proof of ownership will be required. Ref # 202610-E-1758

21/10/2026

Thinking about buying an electric fat bike?

Fat bikes are easy to spot thanks to their extra-wide tyres, but don't assume every electric fat bike is a legal e-bike.

Some models are capable of speeds and power levels that place them in the motorcycle category.

If that's the case, riders need:

✅ Registration
✅ A motorcycle licence or learner permit
✅ To be 18+

Check the rules before you buy: https://transport.vic.gov.au/road-and-active-transport/active-transport/bicycles/electric-bikes

18/10/2026

Police are investigating a fatal collision in Wantirna South Friday night.

Emergency services responded to reports a motorcycle collided with a car on George Street about 9.10pm.

The motorcyclist, who is yet to be formally identified, could not be revived and has died at the scene.

The driver of the car remained at the scene.

The exact cause of the crash is being investigated.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has dashcam footage or anyone with information regarding minutes preceding the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone who witnessed the collision, has dashcam footage or anyone with information regarding minutes preceding the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

18/10/2026

***SEEKING ASSISTANCE FOR WITNESSES TO ROAD RAGE INCIDENT***
On 14/10/26 at around 7:00am, a male has assaulted another male driver on Wellington Road at the Eastlink intersection lights. The offending male has punched the victim multiple times through the driver’s side window due to a road range incident. The offender was said to be driving a Black Dodge Ram Ute with a black box trailer. Any witnesses to contact S/C TAY 43727 at Rowville Police Station ph 9764 0996.

17/10/2026

This item was found at the Knox Library on 24/07/2026 and handed into the Knox Police Station. If you own it, or know who does - please contact Knox Police ph 9881 7000. Proof of ownership will be required. Ref # 202607-E-1932

16/10/2026

Thinking of buying an e-scooter? 🛴

Not all e-scooters are legal to ride in Victoria.

A legal e-scooter must 👇:

- Have a max speed capability of 25 km/h
- Only be ridden by aged 16+ wearing a helmet
- Be ridden at a maximum speed of 20km/h
- Have two wheels, a handlebar and a footboard
- Weigh less than 45 kg.

Before you buy, make sure you know the rules: https://transport.vic.gov.au/road-and-active-transport/active-transport/e-scooter-road-rules

14/10/2026

Ever looked at the screws holding your number plates on? Most of us haven’t. 🔩

For Crime Prevention Month, you can order free anti-theft screws through Neighbourhood Watch Victoria Inc.

Protect your plates from would-be thieves and order yours here: nhw.com.au/cars-and-vehicles/protect-your-plates

14/10/2026

Operation Bottle Report,

Tape up Plates ✅
Oil ✅
Jack ✅
Spare Tyres ✅

Expecting Police to turn up ❌

On Friday 8th October 2026, Yarra Ranges Highway Patrol were patrolling Mt Donna Buang, Warburton - when they came across a hoon meet. Approximately 12 vehicles and numerous people were in attendance and scattered like rats from a sinking ship. One P plater decided to stay for a chat and was issued a couple of infringement notices, costing him over $1500. He was issued a Section 13(2) RSA notice to produce his vehicle for inspection at Lilydale on 10th October, where he subsequently received a defect notice.