Eyewatch - Warrnambool Police Service Area

01/06/2026

Warrnambool Highway Patrol is seeking to identify a driver involved in a collision with an E-scooter on Saturday the 14th of March.

The male E-scooter rider was hit by a vehicle in the carpark of City Memorial Bowls Club and sustained a broken arm. The incident was not reported at the time.

The vehicle was described as a light blue sedan with a female driver, possibly in her 60's with grey fuzzy hair. The female driver did not remain at the scene or exchange details with the rider.

If anyone witnessed this incident, has dash cam footage or has any other information that could assist to identify the driver, please contact Warrnambool Police on 55601333. Alternatively, an anonymous report can be submitted to crime stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at https://www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/report-a-crime/

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/4duFB26

22/05/2026

21/05/2026

No one expects a road crash to happen to them, until it does”

This May, Amber Community is calling on regional communities to Shine a Light on Road Safety. On Friday 22 May, turn your headlights on with Amber Community to Shine a Light on Road Safety.

It’s a small step that can make a big difference.

Country roads present unique challenges, long distances, higher speeds, and changing conditions. Taking extra care behind the wheel can save lives.

Be part of the movement by supporting Shine a Light on Road Safety, whether that’s sharing the message, getting involved in local fundraising, or joining the Walk & Wheel event.

Together, we can help prevent road trauma in our regions.
💛 Walk in support
💛 Honour those impacted
💛 Help drive positive change for safer roads
💛 See and be seen.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3QoSRty

21/05/2026

🚔 ROAD SAFETY EVENT 21st to 23rd May 2026 🚔
Warrnambool Police will be supporting the ALERT Warrnambool event over the coming days.
If you haven't heard about ALERT Warrnambool, it is a community engagement initiative aiming to encourage and foster safer road users, greater car safety awareness for all South West road users and to have a direct flow on to reducing road toll and traffic accidents in our region.
The inaugural ALERT Warrnambool event is running over three days with various affiliate organisations and encompassing a range of both free and ticketed events including presentations, Q&As, vehicle safety workshops and checks, and defensive driver courses.
⬇️ Check the links in the comments below for what's on and how to book ⬇️

20/05/2026

This Wear Orange Wednesday, we’re recognising the incredible volunteers of Victoria State Emergency Service, who give their time and show up when communities need it most.

Across Victoria, our partnership with SES spans all kinds of emergencies - and it’s built on constant training, coordination and trust.

Earlier this month, local uniform police joined Search and Rescue, Water Police and partner agencies for a large-scale training day at Port Campbell Surf Life Saving Club, testing everything from emergency helicopter water landings to high-angle rescue and multi-agency communications.

This is what that commitment looks like in action.

📍 Eastern Maar Country

19/05/2026

Warrnambool Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team are investigating an incident which occurred along the Warrnambool foreshore on Friday 15 May.

It is believed a man exposed himself and performed a lewd act between Warrnambool Surf Club and the Breakwater around 4pm.

There were no physical injuries and the investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information or anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to contact call Warrnambool Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team on 55601333, Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

14/05/2026

Stolen tools are often on-sold through online marketplaces, and tradies often know what to look for.

That information can make a real difference.

If you’ve got information, report it anonymously to Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersvic.com.au.

It helps police identify offenders, hold them to account and return tools to the right owners.

14/05/2026

Police are urging car owners to install anti-theft measures after new data reveals around a third of cars stolen this year have been taken by thieves using key mimicking devices.

The devices allow thieves to override car security systems and steal them without needing keys.

Police intelligence shows up to 30 per cent of cars stolen in Warrnambool this year may have been taken by thieves using the devices.

The local trends mirror what’s being seen statewide - with 10,000 of the 30,000 cars stolen in 2025 believed to have been taken this way.

Across the state, Toyota Landcruisers, Toyota Corollas, Hiluxs, and Rav 4s are among the most targeted vehicles by tech savvy thieves, as well as Holden Commodores and Subaru Imprezas.

Only last month, Hamilton detectives arrested a man and woman following a series of alleged car thefts across Victoria’s south-west and the Limestone Coast of southeast South Australia.

It will be alleged they used key-mimicking devices to steal up to 21 cars between January and March this year.

19 cars were located, with six completely destroyed.

The man, aged 28, was arrested on 23 April. Police located a cloning device allegedly in his possession, as well as other stolen property.

He was charged with 21 charges including theft of motor vehicle and going equipped to steal. He was remanded to appear before court on 14 May.

The 21-year-old woman was charged with 15 charges including theft of motor vehicle and handling stolen goods. She was remanded to appear before court on 7 July.

To help prevent thefts, police are urging owners of vehicles to look at a range of preventative measures to help deter thieves, including an on-board diagnostic port lock which prevents an offender connecting a reprogramming device to your vehicle.

A full list of anti-theft measures can be found on the Victoria Police website: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/preventing-motor-vehicle-theft.

Anyone who witnesses suspicious behaviour around parked vehicles should report it to police via Triple Zero (000).

For any non-urgent reports call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.

If you have information about a stolen car, report it to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.