Eyewatch - Benalla Police Service Area

03/06/2026

Thieves aren’t looking for your keys - they’re looking for your OBD port to override your car.

Make it harder to steal by installing a port lock 🔒

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

HAVE YOU BEEN WONDERING, WHERE'S MY CAR?

On Saturday the 23rd of May 2026, a 2001 Land Rover with Tasmanian Registration plates was located on private property in Benalla. Police have attempted to locate an owner but have been unable to identify the current owner through registration records.

If this vehicle belongs to you, please contact Benalla Police Station on 03 5760 0200.

Reference: 202605-E-1890

02/06/2026

A ROAD SAFETY MESSAGE FROM ACTING INSPECTOR CARDEN

31/05/2026

The Community Sentiment Survey is NOW OPEN – and we want to hear from you.

Your feedback helps us understand what matters most to you and help us develop ways to tackle them.

If you live, work and socialise in Victoria, tell us:
🚨 how you feel about safety in your local area
✨ your ideas to improve the work we do
💬 how you want to engage with police and PSOs.

Make your voice count. Complete the survey before 30 June → https://bit.ly/4uw9KUG

27/05/2026

MISSING MERINO SHEEP - BARJARG

Detectives from Benalla are investigating the theft of approximately 100 Merino sheep from a property in the Barjarg area between 4 January 2026 and 27 April 2026.

The sheep are valued at approximately $25,000.

Sale yards have been audited and notified, with Agriculture Victoria also aware and assisting with enquiries.

Police are appealing to anyone in the community who may have seen suspicious activity, stock movements, unfamiliar vehicles or who may have any information relating to the theft to come forward.

Any information, no matter how small, may assist investigators and will be appreciated.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or provide information anonymously via Crime Stoppers Victoria.

Incident 260180101 refers.

26/05/2026

Police are requesting assistance to identify a male offender.

On the 18th of February 2026, an offender has attended the Benalla Post Office and stolen multiple Australia Post envelopes, valued at $200.

If you have any information, please contact Benalla Police on 03 5760 0200 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

25/05/2026

Police have seen an increase in thefts from vehicles, particularly where vehicles have been left unlocked or valuables left in sight.

Following these simple steps below can make a big difference.

🔑 Always lock your vehicle, even when parked at home.

🏡Park it in well -lit areas or a garage where possible.

👀Remove all valuables from sight or take them with you.

Secure it. Lock it. Protect it. 🔒

Take the quiz below to see how safe your vehicle is 👇

https://nhw.com.au/program/how-safe-is-my-vehicle/

If you see any suspicious activity, report it to police.

22/05/2026

A Makita Brushless Vacuum was found on Benalla-Yarrawonga Road, Benalla.

If you believe the vacuum belongs to you, please contact Benalla Police Station on 03 5760 0200.

21/05/2026

KICKING GOALS WITH STUDENTS IN MERRIJIG

Yesterday, members from the Benalla Proactive Policing Unit visited Merrijig Primary School to speak with students about the role police play in the community and to discuss the importance of Road Safety Week.

While we were there, we were also lucky enough to join in a footy clinic run by players from the Collingwood AFLW team.

The students had a fantastic time kicking the footy with both police members and the AFLW players, and it was a great opportunity to build positive connections with students in a proactive and informal setting.

A big thank you to Merrijig Primary School for having us, and to the Collingwood players who did an amazing job engaging with the kids — and may have even convinced a few students to barrack for the Pies!