Eyewatch - Merri-bek Police Service Area

02/09/2026

A learner driver has blown more than six times the limit after being intercepted by officers from Fawkner Highway Patrol yesterday.

Police pulled over a 29-year-old woman about 8am on Pascoe Vale Road after she was allegedly observed using Facetime while driving.

Officers spoke to the woman, who underwent a preliminary breath test and returned a positive result.

She was then taken to a nearby police station where she underwent an evidentiary breath test, returning an alleged reading of .312.

A learner driver has blown more than six times the limit after being intercepted by officers from Fawkner Highway Patrol yesterday.

31/08/2026

EXERCISE CAUTION, LOCK UP YOUR VALUABLES.

Car keys, phones, wallets and headphones are easy targets when left unattended in the gym and in change rooms.

But there are steps you can take to protect your property while you work on your PB:

🏋️ don’t leave bags unattended
🏋️ use lockers provided where possible
🏋️ access passes are not for sharing, even if they have ‘forgotten’ theirs

If you witness suspicious behaviour, alert a staff member immediately.

To report a theft of property, report through our Online Reporting service or call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
For immediate police attendance, always call Triple Zero (000).

31/08/2026

You may notice some changes to reception hours at your local Police Station.
These changes allow more police members to spend more time where they're needed most - responding to incidents, patrolling neighbourhoods, and supporting the community.
For non-urgent police assistance, call 131 444. As always, in an emergency, call 000.

28/08/2026

🗓️ Save the Date! 🗓️

🖥️🚴Ready to ride webinar - Parenting in the age of e-rideables 🚴🖥️

Following growing community concerns around anti-social e-bike behaviour in Moonee Valley, Victoria Police and Moonee Valley City Council (MVCC) have partnered with Transport Accident Commission (TAC), Department of Transport & Planning (DTP) and Anglicare Victoria (ParentZone) for a vital community education webinar!

Whether your teen already rides an e-bike or is asking for one, join local experts to learn how we can support safe, lawful, and responsible riding across our neighbourhood.

Perfect opportunity to get your concerns addressed from subject matter experts and learn about e-Rideable laws, safety compliance and prevention measures. The Webinar aims to provide practical tools for navigating teen peer pressure and promoting safe riding choices.

Webinar Details:
• Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
• Time: 7pm to 8pm
• Format: Live Online Webinar
• Cost: Free

Help spread the word to keep our community safe!
👉 Register today to save your spot!
https://bit.ly/4ybxu26

28/08/2026

“It’s a shocking feeling when your hard-earned money has gone.”

Mannu thought he was paying his builder. Instead, scammers stole his $20,000 deposit.

Stories like Mannu’s are a reminder that scammers can target everyday transactions when we least expect it.

Every story shared could help protect another person.

No one’s just a number.

26/08/2026

On this day, one year ago, two of our colleagues were tragically killed in the line of duty.

Today, and every day, we remember Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson and Senior Constable Vadim de Waart-Hottart and the tragedy that occurred in Porepunkah on 26 August 2025.

We thank everyone for their support and solidarity on this difficult day.

We will remember them.

25/08/2026

Wanted on Warrants

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate 33-year-old Jack COLLINS.

COLLINS is wanted on a warrant of apprehension and is known to frequent the Essendon and Glenroy area

COLLINS is described as 185cm tall with a thin build.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at https://bit.ly/4wmhlpA

25/08/2026

Wanted on Warrants

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate 39-year-old David EL ZIEN.

EL ZIEN is wanted on nine warrants of apprehension and is known to frequent the Flemington, Brunswick, North Melbourne and Port Melbourne area.

EL ZIEN is described as 190cm tall with a medium build.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at
https://bit.ly/4wmhlpA

25/08/2026

A text. A phone call. A code.

That’s all it took for scammers to steal enough money from Lindy to leave her in debt.

“They rush you through it and make you panic.”

Behind every scam report is a real person and a real story.

No one’s just a number.

24/08/2026

Think you’d spot a scam? So did thousands of Australians.

More than 270,000 people fell victim to scams across Australia last year, so we’re urging everyone to:
🛑 Stop. Take a moment before giving your money or personal information to anyone.
👀 Check. Is the person or organisation you’re dealing with legit?
🔐 Protect. Act quickly if something feels wrong.

It’s worth just checking.