Face mask fines at 1000 Steps
A man and woman were issued fines for failing to comply with the Chief Health Officer directions during an incident in Ferntree Gully on 25 July.
Police said they approached the pair, who were with two children, near the 1000 steps just after 2pm and were asked why they were not wearing face coverings.
The 47-year-old man and 51-year-old woman, both from Ferntree Gully, allegedly refused to give police their details. After multiple requests the two were both arrested and will be issued with $200 fines for failing to wear a face covering.
Police said while they will use discretion in the first seven days since the CHO direction was issued, they will not hesitate to fine people who obviously and blatantly show a disregard for community safety by failing to wear a mask.
Who stole the chooks?
A flock of chooks have been stolen from a private property in Cockatoo.
Police understand the offenders gained entry to the property and stole 12 chickens from their coop overnight on Sunday 19 July.
An image of the stolen poultry has been released in hopes someone steps forward with information relating to the incident.
If anyone sees the chooks for sale they are being urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Speeding rider caught
Highway Patrol members attempted to intercept an unregistered motorcycle on Swansea Road, Lilydale about 5.15pm on 25 July.
Police said the rider failed to stop as directed and was detected speeding at 127km/hr in a 60km/hr zone – the motorcycle was located shortly after.
A 41-year-old male rider allegedly fled on foot and was chased down and apprehended by the highway patrol members.
The man was arrested and later charged with conduct endangering serious injury, drive at a speed dangerous, fail to stop on police direction, speeding, driving whilst disqualified and drug-driving offences.
He was remanded into custody to appear before the Court at a future date.
His vehicle was immediately impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1,018.
He will also be issued with a $1,652 penalty notice for breaching the Chief Health Officers direction.
