Police Report - September 25, 2025
MOAMA
Police are again appealing for information, as investigations continue into an armed break in at Moama.
About 3.30am on Thursday 19 June 2025, police were called to a residence in Andrews Court, Moama – about 72km south of Deniliquin - following reports of a break and enter.
Officers attached to Murray River Police District responded and were told five people – armed with a firearm, an axe, and a machete – entered the premises with their faces covered, and allegedly damaged and stole property.
Following the incident the offenders left the scene in a white Ford Territory.
The sole resident – a 78-year-old man – was uninjured.
Police established a crime scene and Murray River Police District detectives commenced an investigation, as part of Strike Force Seppeltsfield.
About 12.15am, on Sunday 22 June 2025, Victoria Police located the white Ford Territory in Shepparton.
Police are today (Monday 22 September 2025), releasing CCTV images of four people who they believe can assist with their inquiries.
The first person is wearing a green hooded jumper.
The second person is described as being of Aboriginal or Pacific Islander appearance, wearing a dark jacket over a red hooded jumper, and a white cap.
The third person is described as being of Caucasian appearance, wearing dark pants, a dark hooded jumper, dark gloves and a grey face covering.
The fourth person is wearing dark clothing and a cap.
Anyone who may be able to assist in identifying any of these people, or was travelling in the area at the time with dashcam footage, is encouraged to contact Deniliquin Police Station or call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
GANNAWARRA
Vehicle tampering: Between 8pm on Monday the 8th of September and 8am the following day, it is reported that offenders have forced the fuel cap off a vehicle, but it appears nil fuel has been stolen.
SWAN HILL
Theft: Between 8.30pm on Friday the 12th of September and 8am the following day, it is reported that offenders have attended a property in Birdwood Avenue Nyah West and stolen tools from a tool trailer. Tools include a Bostick oil nail gun, Ramset hammer drill, Makita router and other items.
Theft: Between September 7th and 14th, it is reported that offenders have attended a shed on Monash Drive, Nyah West and stolen a newly installed Emerald split system hot water service.
Number plate theft: Between 6.30pm on Thursday the 11th of September and 8.30am the following day, it is reported that offenders have stolen number plates from a vehicle parked in Monash Drive, Nyah West, plate BEW308.
Deception: On Wednesday the 10th of September, the victim was arranging the purchase of a puppy online. After some toing and froing, the victim was asked to transfer cash to pay for a crate, which would be reimbursed, another request for cash came through which triggered warning bells for the victim who realised that they had been deceived.
Arrest: On Saturday the 13th of September, police were talking to a 43 year old female in Swan Hill. A search was conducted of the backpack she was carrying, where a weapon was located, along with what is alleged to be methyl amphetamine and cannabis. She was arrested, charged and bailed to attend court at a later date.
Vehicle theft: Between 9pm Tuesday the 9th of September and 7.30am the following day, it is reported that a silver 2010 Toyota Camry sedan was stolen from Standen Street Swan Hill. The vehicle was located on Back Boga Road on Thursday the 11th Septe,ber.
BULOKE
Theft: Between Friday September 5th and Thursday September 11th, it has been reported that offenders have attended a property on Slocombes Road, Warmur and stolen a McCullock chainsaw, Stihl chainsaw, Victa lawn mower and other items from a shed.
Theft: Between 6.30pm on Monday the 8th of September and 9.30am the following day, it is reported that registration plates were stolen from a vehicle parked in Horace Street, Sea Lake.
Triple 000 – If the incident is life-threatening, needs immediate police attendance, a crime is happening now, or an offender is (or may be) still in the area.
Police Assistance Line 131 444 – To report non-urgent crimes and events.
Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 – To report crime information confidentially.
Note: Crime Stoppers is unable to offer emergency response services or assist victims of crime.
