Police Beat with Tom Hayes
Erratic driving investigation
POLICE are investigating the circumstances surrounding an incident involving an erratic vehicle on the Princes Highway in Flynn on Friday, April 18.
Police believe the vehicle, a silver Jeep wagon, was driving at a fast speed, weaving in and out of traffic, ultimately putting the public at risk.
Investigators have released dashcam footage of the silver Jeep wagon, in hope it may be able to assist with enquiries.
Anyone who witnessed the erratic vehicle, has CCTV, dashcam footage, or any information that could assist police is urged to contact Rosedale Police Station on 5199 2222, Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or submit a confidential online report at: crimestoppersvic.com.au
The dashcam footage released by investigators can be found on the ‘Eyewatch – Latrobe Police Service Area’ Facebook page.
Graffiti vandal
TRARALGON Police are seeking assistance to identify someone who vandalised a Traralgon sports facility wall.
The offence occurred between April 15 and April 17, 2025.
If you have any information relating to this crime, contact Constable Holwerda at Traralgon Police Station on 5172 2700, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Major road fine
BAW Baw Highway Patrol were out on local roads during the Easter long weekend, providing a police presence to reinforce positive driving behaviours and lessen the incidence of road trauma.
A 33-year-old male was intercepted in a heavy vehicle on the Princes Hwy, Yarragon, after being spotted with a mobile phone in his hand while driving.
Further enquiries revealed the truck was last registered in Queensland, expiring in 2008.
The male driver produced a Probationary car licence, with no heavy vehicle endorsements, and the vehicle did not have any P-plates.
The driver was issued with three infringement notices: unlicenced driving ($988); using an unregistered motor vehicle ($988), and; using a portable device while driving ($593 and four demerit points).
