The Latest Breaking News from Victoria Police

Garry the stolen 1.5m tall silverback gorilla statue has been found by Victoria Police in an extensive aerial search.

Illicit tobacco worth more than $12 million has been seized in a combined operation by Victoria Police and the tax office.

Victoria Police are warning motorcyclists to be careful on the road after a 75 per cent spike in rider fatalities this year compared to the same period in 2023.

A 42-year-old man has faced court after being charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of another man.

Hundreds of stolen cars have been found in three local government areas which Victoria Police say are dumping grounds for joyriding youths.

A former police detective has been thrown behind bars for having intercourse with a vulnerable sex abuse victim while investigating her allegations.

Victoria Police have charged two men who they allege are part of a retail syndicate stealing items to order in Melbourne and regional towns.

Thefts of groceries and alcohol are increasing, with police citing the cost of living and high interest rates as factors turning non-offenders to crime.

Collins St in Melbourne has become the site of a major police operation, with a suspected bomb threat. More to come.

In recent months, Islamic State has escalated its calls to attack sporting events in Europe. Governments are increasingly concerned about the specific threat the terrorist group poses to the upcoming Paris Olympics and Paralympic Games.

A "huge influx" of Aboriginal women accused of violence have approached the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service, who say police are arresting innocent mothers.