The Latest Breaking News from Verity McWilliam

Burglar posed as detective, asked to be let in for water during break-in attempt

The home's resident and an 11-year-old boy were present.

The Canberra Times · Aug 13

Man wanted for almost a decade found after crashing into home with child inside

A warrant was issued for his arrest in 2014 after he didn't turn up to court.

The Canberra Times · Jul 8

Teen boy tried to save girlfriend as her father choked her unconscious

The girl, 14, lost consciousness for 10 seconds in headlock.

The Canberra Times · Jul 6

Tradie awarded $250k in damages after falling on icy construction site

His limp in court 'was a bit of a performance,' judge says.

The Canberra Times · Jun 29, 2024

Hard to believe Aus Post fraudster thought he was doing 'lawful work': judge

Police claim phone scam operation valued at more than $5 million.

The Canberra Times · Jun 28, 2024

Not in community's interest to 'lock up' masked gunman, judge says

Shooter claims the victim stole his $10,000 electric bike.

The Canberra Times · Jun 7, 2024

'Crying, violated': Masseur behind bars after 'fondling' client

Five years after the assault the sex offender is behind bars.

The Canberra Times · Apr 26, 2024

'Catastrophic sliding doors moment' when man crossed paths with killer

The murderer-turned-robber is set to be released this year.

The Canberra Times · Mar 22, 2024

Bikie avoids time behind bars after celebration turns violent

He struck a 'good friend' causing him to be hospitalised.

The Canberra Times · Mar 19, 2024

'Eerily similar': Murderer commits armed robbery months after release

'We can't forget what the original sentence was for,' judge says.

The Canberra Times · Mar 15, 2024