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Dezi Freeman may be hiding in any one of hundreds of mineshafts near Porepunkah, local guide says

Alleged killer of two police officers could be hiding underground to evade detection by thermal imaging-equipped helicopters, expert says

The Guardian - AU

Australian fugitive being helped by others as manhunt nears second week, say police

Dezi Freeman, 56, allegedly killed two police officers at his rural property in Porepunkah last Tuesday, before escaping into the bush.

Euronews

Authorities warn locals against aiding fugitive Dezi Freeman as manhunt enters seventh day

Self-proclaimed ‘sovereign citizen’ remains at large and is believed to be armed and ‘very dangerous’

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Manhunt for accused cop killer enters sixth day

Police say there have been several reported sightings of alleged gunman Dezi Freeman since he fled in dense bushland, though none have been confirmed.

AAP

'Please surrender': wife's plea to accused cop killer

A man wanted over the shooting deaths of two police officers is being urged to surrender by his wife and children.

AAP

Two Arrested In Porepunkah Raid As Cops Continue Search For Alleged Killer Dezi Freeman

Police have arrested two individuals as the search for alleged cop killer Dezi Freeman – the sovereign citizen on the run in Porepunkah – enters its fourth day. In an update last night, multiple reports said that dozens of officers were seen escorting people on Chandler Street in Porepunkah, which…

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Victoria premier calls on suspected Porepunkah shooter to surrender as search enters third day

Manhunt continues amid harsh alpine conditions and heightened community vigilance

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Treacherous terrain: the search for alleged police killer Dezi Freeman

A large-scale hunt is underway for Dezi Freeman, the so-called sovereign citizen who allegedly killed two Victorian Police officers while they were attempting to execute a search warrant.

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Search For Suspected Porepunkah Shooter Continues As Police Identify Officers Killed

"Everyone is just in absolute shock. It is horrifying," said one local.

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Dangerous terrain hampers search for accused cop killer

Accused police killer Dezi Freeman has been urged to surrender as inclement weather hinders the search for the fugitive in difficult bushland terrain.

AAP

'Ultimate sacrifice': police officers hailed as heroes

Two police officers killed in a shooting at a high-country property have been remembered as heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

AAP

Loud bangs heard near rural Australian property as suspect remains on run – as it happened

All the days news as it unfolded

The Guardian - AU

Porepunkah Shooting: What We Know About the Gunman Who Killed Two Police Officers in Rural Victoria

Two detectives have been killed and another injured in Porepunkah, Victoria, after a police warrant operation ended in tragedy. Here's what we know about the gunman, the victims, and the ongoing manhunt.

International Business Times UK

‘Dangerous’ suspect who allegedly killed two officers escaped into bush alone and is believed to be ‘heavily armed’ – as it happened

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Some victim-survivors take their own lives. We need to better understand how suicide and family violence are linked

In 2024, a young mother in Victoria ended her own life. As family violence services and Victoria Police pointed out, there were key circumstances that may have contributed to her death.

AAP

Accused stabber fled to Pakistan after police interview

A decade after a photographer was fatally stabbed while collecting phones for a friend, his alleged killer is yet to be brought to justice.

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Police confusing victim with abuser, family workers say

Officers responding to family violence see victims as perpetrators, downplay incidents and discriminate against marginalised groups, an advocacy group claims.

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Police union's multimillion dollar wage claim dismissed

A Federal Court judge has dismissed a police union's claim for hundreds of millions of dollars in lost wages for its officers working outside rostered hours.

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Cops shoot brother dead after alleged attack on sister

Police have fatally shot a man after allegedly finding him attacking his sister with a sword inside a family home.

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Woman's fire injuries before attempted murder charges

A woman did not apply for bail after being charged with attempted murder, following a house fire that left her and two girls in a critical condition.

Al Jazeera

Three charged after protest at Israeli-owned restaurant in Australia

Trio charged with assault and other offences after incident at restaurant in Melbourne.

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A Bunch Of New Content Surrounding Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson’s Trial Has Dropped

Now that mushroom killer, Erin Patterson, was found guilty of murder and attempted murder, new content about the trial has dropped.

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What Happens Now Triple Mushroom Murderer Erin Patterson Has Been Found Guilty?

The jury has handed down its verdict regarding the now famous beef Wellington meal at Patterson's Leongatha home, what happens next?

AAP

Police missed chance to protect woman killed by partner

A coroner has criticised how police responded to repeat reports of family violence before a woman was killed by her abusive partner.

AAP

'Too much crime': top cop vows to speak truth to power

In his first day on the job, a newly minted top cop insists he won't shy away from asking "hard questions" of the state government.

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