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Police Beat 04-04

SWAN HILL

Arson: Someone has entered the ambulant toilet on Monash Drive, Nyah West and set fire to toilet paper between 6pm on Friday, March 28 and 12pm the following day. The structure itself was not damaged.

Possess drug: Late Sunday evening, police intercepted a vehicle on Gray Street, Swan Hill. A search was conducted on the vehicle and female driver. A quantity of what is believed to be ecstasy, methylamphetamine and prescription medication were located and seized. The 27 year old was charged and bailed to attend court at a later date.

ROBINVALE

Criminal damage: A vehicle parked in the driveway of an address in Ronald Street, Robinvale was damaged by a male who was walking with a group just after midnight on Sunday, March 30. The windscreen of the vehicle was damaged.

BULOKE

Vehicle theft: Unknown persons have stolen a black and red 2023 Kioti K92400 UTV at a property on Dumosa-Birchip Road, Narraport about midnight on Wednesday, March 26. There was a weed sprayer on the back.

Arson: Unknown persons have started a fire on Swan Hill Donald Road, Dumosa between midnight and 1.30am on Wednesday, March 26. CFA and police attended the scene and deemed the fire as suspicious.

Assault: Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding an assault in Birchip on March 9. It is believed two offenders attended a licenced venue on Cumming Avenue around 10pm, where a short verbal altercation with staff ensued. The offenders were then asked to leave. Later, a staff member exited the venue to collect a bin before he was pushed by one of the offenders and then assaulted by both offenders. The victim sustained minor injuries and attended hospital following the incident for stitches on his face. Police have arrested one man in relation to the incident and are releasing images of a second man who they believe can assist with enquiries. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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