Eyewatch - Hume Police Service Area

02/06/2026

An alleged driver has been arrested after a stolen vehicle reached alleged speeds of 120km/h in a 60 zone in Melbourne’s north early hours this morning.

Officers on patrol caught site of an allegedly stolen silver Subaru Liberty on Barry Road in Campbellfield about 1am.

Police kept eyes on the vehicle as travelled along Mahoney’s Road.

Officers attempted to intercept the Subaru before it allegedly took off at speed, reaching 120km/h in a 60 zone.

The Subaru was allegedly dumped on High Street before the driver took off on foot along the Broadway.

With the assistance of the dog squad, the alleged driver was arrested sitting at a bus stop in the vicinity.

A 31-year-old Donnybrook man will be interviewed by investigators.

Investigators allege the Subaru was stolen from a Mickleham address in May.

The arrest and stolen vehicle recovery forms part of Operation Nighthawk.

An alleged driver has been arrested after a stolen vehicle reached alleged speeds of 120km/h in a 60 zone in Melbourne’s north early hours this morning.

02/06/2026

Police from the Fawkner Divisional Response unit are investigating a shooting in Craigieburn on October 24.

It's believed an unknown offender exited a Black Land Rover and fired three shots towards a house on Elmwood Plane, just prior to 1pm.

There was no one at home at the time of the incident.

Investigators have released vision in the hope that someone with information will come forward.

The offender is described as male, wearing a black hooded jumper, black face mask, balaclava, black tracksuit pants with a grey waistband and black shoes with white soles.

The man fled the scene in a southerly direction.

Police believe this was a targeted incident.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

It is believed an unknown offender exited a Black Land Rover and fired three shots towards a house on Elmwood Plane, just prior to 1pm.

01/06/2026

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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
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Make your voice count. Complete the survey before 30 June → https://bit.ly/42W1i52

31/05/2026

Cooper is missing.
The 14-year-old was last seen on Murdoch Court in Sunbury about 1pm on Saturday 30 May.
Police and family are concerned for Cooper’s welfare due to his age.
He was last seen wearing all black clothing.
Anyone with information on Cooper’s whereabouts is urged to contact Broadmeadows Police Station on (03) 9302 8222.

29/05/2026

Recent thefts in water and gas meters are being reported to police. This coincides with the ongoing issue of copper theft.

Copper theft is a public safety concern that can disrupt the flow of electricity which powers everyday amenities, like traffic lights.

That’s why it’s important you report any suspicious activity or previous copper thefts to police to investigate.

Suspicious activities to look out for include:
🔌 exposed wires or even a pit lid that seems to have been moved and not replaced
🔌 pits being accessed at night without the area being fully lit
🔌 people wearing hi-vis clothing and removing pit lids without proper equipment.

If you see the theft unfold, call 000 immediately. Otherwise, share what you see or know with Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

28/05/2026

Wanted on Warrants

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Damien BALLANTINE, who is wanted by police on three warrants.

BALLANTINE is known to frequent the Moonee Valley, Merri-Bek, Hume and Keilor downs areas.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at https://www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/report-a-crime/

27/05/2026

MAN CHARGED FOLLOWING ASSAULT AT MEADOW HEIGHTS


Police have charged a man following an assault in a carpark in Meadow Heights on 20 April.

It’s alleged two vehicles were involved in a minor collision in the car park of Meadow Heights Shopping Centre.

A witness to the collision intervened after observing a male and female arguing with the driver of the other vehicle.

During the incident, the male offender assaulted the witness, causing him to sustain significant facial injuries.

Police executed warrants at addresses in Glenroy and Strathmore recently where a 43-year-old man was arrested.

He has been charged with multiple offences including recklessly cause injury, common law assault and drug possession.

He has been bailed to appear at Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court on 8 September.

27/05/2026

Fawkner Highway Patrol detected a vehicle doing 125km/hr in 70km/hr zone on Sydney Road, Campbellfield.

The reason? Wanting to see my girlfriend at GYG!

Impounded for 30 days despite pleading multiple times not to. This chap will be given an invitation to have a discussion with a magistrate in the near future.

🫣🚓🧑‍⚖️

25/05/2026

Police are investigating the death of a man following a collision in Meadow Heights last week.

Read more: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/pedestrian-dies-after-meadow-heights-collision

Anyone who witnessed the collision, with CCTV/dash cam footage or further information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

23/05/2026

🚨Heavy Traffic. 80 Zone. 126km/h. No Excuse.🚨

At 1:45pm on Saturday 23 May, Fawkner Highway Patrol were conducting speed enforcement on the Tullamarine Freeway.

Police detected a silver Toyota sedan travelling city-bound at 126km/h in an 80km/h zone ⚠️ — in heavy traffic conditions.

The driver was issued an infringement notice of $865 and their licence will be suspended for 6 months.

🚫 Speeding in busy traffic dramatically increases the risk of serious crashes.
Every km/h over the limit reduces your ability to react and avoid danger.

✅ We all have a role to play in reducing road trauma — slow down, make safe choices, and help ensure everyone gets home safely.