The Latest Breaking News from Victoria Police

New Class Action Challenges Vic Police For Using Pepper Spray On Peaceful Protestors

A climate activist and his legal team have described the use of OC spray like “two cigarette butts being jammed into your eyes”.

Pedestrian.tv · Feb 17, 2025

Police say pepper spraying 'peaceful' protester lawful

Police say the pepper spraying of a man claiming to be peacefully protesting was justified because he was impeding an arrest, as the activist's trial starts.

AAP · Feb 17, 2025

Premier stands by police minister after top cop fiasco

Premier Jacinta Allan has backed her police minister after the top cop was forced out after a loss of confidence from the force he led for nearly five years.

AAP · Feb 16, 2025

March goes on as LGBTQI movement stares down MAGA hate

LGBTQI members and advocates have bared their skin and souls in sweltering heat at an annual pride march as the community warns it is under renewed threat.

AAP · Feb 2, 2025

Detectives Vow To Find The Remains Of Samantha Murphy A Year On From Her Disappearance

Victoria Police have vowed to find the remains of Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy ahead of the anniversary of her disappearance.

Pedestrian.tv · Feb 2, 2025

Alleged ‘Pam The Bird’ Melbourne Graffiti Artist Arrested & Facing More Than 50 Charges

Looks like Melbourne's most elusive feathered friend has had its wings clipped. A 21-year-old from Yarraville was arrested

Pedestrian.tv · Feb 1, 2025

Police pull out of major pride march over uniform ban

A major pride march will not feature officers after a state police force withdrew from participating following a ban on uniforms.

AAP · Jan 22, 2025

At Least 683 Vic Cops Investigated For Alleged Domestic & Sexual Violence In Past 5 Years

Several officers were on duty when the alleged offences occurred.

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 15, 2025

Police mull no confidence vote, chopper used in action

Members of Victoria Police are considering a vote of no confidence in the force's leaders, as frustrated officers took their protest to the skies.

AAP · Jan 15, 2025

Knife crime focus as accused machete attacker charged

A teen charged over an alleged machete attack has been remanded in custody as police pledge to continue reducing knife crime.

AAP · Jan 14, 2025