Hit and run
In the early hours of Thursday 13 February a vehicle, believed to be a white GU Nissan Patrol struck another vehicle on Hull Road causing extensive damage. The driver failed to remain at the scene and did not report the collision.
Those who may have information about the incident are urged to contact senior constable Reid at Mooroolbark Police on 9725 9999.
Lost bracelet
A bracelet has been handed in to Lilydale police station on 12 February. It is described as being similar to the brand Pandora and was located near a drinking fountain by the public toilets in main street Lilydale. Enquiries can be made with the property officer at Lilydale Police on 9739 2386.
Mooroolbark crash
A woman was airlifted to hospital following a crash on Hull Road, Mooroolbark on Friday 21 February.
Paramedics were called to the scene just before 6pm where the woman was trapped in the vehicle for some time.
She was then flown by air ambulance helicopter to the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Stolen puppy
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a puppy that was allegedly stolen in Mooroolbark in January.
It is alleged two men attended a Mooroolbark address on Monday 27 January to view two rottweiler puppies advertised for sale online.
Once the men had possession of the puppies they ran from the address, dropping one of the puppies and fleeing the scene in a stolen car.
Police have charged a 19-year-old Burnside Heights man with theft and he has been bailed to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 17 June.
Investigators have not located the stolen puppy and have released an image of the puppy in the hope someone knows of his whereabouts.
Anyone who has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppervic.com.au.
Drive safely
Warburton police is urging drivers to be aware and alert after emergency services responded to a single vehicle accident along Woods Point Road on 16 February. Warburton sergeant Tom Wilkinson told the Mail that the driver had a learners permit.
“It appears to be a judgment issue where they have ended up off the road… We urge residents to drive within the scope of their capabilities.”
The driver sustained minor injuries after the car rolled down an embankment, while the passenger sustained spinal injuries and was airlifted to hospital.
“We need to be vigilant in respect to our driving, especially when we’re driving out in the bush.”
The incident is being investigated to determine the cause.
