Armed robbery at Bluff Point Liquor store

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At about 9:00pm, Tuesday 1 December 2015, the manager of a liquor store on Chapman Road, Bluff Point exited the store and locked up for the evening.

At this time the manager was confronted by a male person who had his head and face covered with clothing, and was armed with a metal instrument.

The male person demanded that the manager unlock the door, before they both moved back inside the store.

The male then demanded money from the tills, threatening to stab the manager if she did not comply.

The male took a small bottle of spirits before departing.

The offender is described as being a tall male, skinny with dark skin, in his teens or early twenties.

Geraldton Detectives are seeking assistance from the community with any information that may assist with the investigation. Please call Geraldton Police 99234555. 

Laser pointing Juvenile charged with drug possession

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On Saturday, Geraldton Police charged a 16 year old male in Sunset Beach.

Police allege the male was pointing a laser pointer at traffic whilst being pillion on a motorcycle.

Police had cause to search the male where a black laser pointer that emits green light was located and a clip seal bag containing a tablet believed to be MDMA.

He was charged with: 1 x Possess Prohibited Drug and 1 x Carries or Possesses a Controlled Weapon.

The male will appear in Geraldton Childrens Court. 

Northgate Shopping Centre broken into overnight

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An unknown number of people entered Northgate Shopping Centre between 10pm (last night) Sunday and 5am this morning, breaking windows and doors to gain access to the Shopping centre.  

The people made their way into Target and allegedly stole numerous mobile phones including Microsoft 640’s, Samsung Galaxy’s J1 Android, Samsung Galaxy’s S5 and A5.

Police are seeking assistance from the community with any information that may assist with the investigation. Please call Geraldton Police 99234555.

Drug seizure in Wonthella

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Yesterday Geraldton Police siezed thousands of dollars worth of drugs from a home in Wonthella.

Multiple types of drugs were seized, methamphetamine (est. $30,000 worth), cannabis and cocaine including drug paraphernalia and around $2500 in cash.

A 32 year-old woman was arrested after allegedly being found in possession of the methamphetamine.

"The seizure of the drugs marks a significant crack down of the amount of drugs hitting Geraldton streets," Officer O'Keeffe said. 

Video: This is what was causing the smoke all over town

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Thanks Faye for sending in this video footage. 

 "This is what all the smoke over town; was from a tree on fire next to the GBH carpark"

Thanks Stephanie for sending these in. 

Man charged over woman's death

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Major Crime Squad detectives have charged a 42 year old man from Geraldton with Unlawful Assault Causing Death as part of their ongoing investigation into the death of a 69 year old woman in Beresford on Friday evening, 13 November 2015.

The man has been refused bail and will appear in the Geraldton Magistrates Court on November 16.

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About 9:30pm on Friday evening Police were called regarding a disturbance at the front of a unit complex on Simpson Street. Further information was received a short time later that a person was deceased.

Officers from Geraldton Police Station attended the scene and located a deceased woman. 

Anyone with information regarding this incident, or who saw or heard anything suspicious in the Simpson Street area between 8:30pm and 9:30pm on Friday evening, is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report the information online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au

Woman found dead in Beresford after a distubance

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  • A woman was found dead in Beresford last night. 
  • The woman is in her 60's
  • A man known to the deceased is assisting Police

Detectives from the Major Crime Squad and Geraldton Detectives are seeking information regarding the death of a woman at a residence in Beresford last night, Friday 13 November 2015.

About 9:30pm Police were called regarding a disturbance at the front of a unit complex on Simpson Street. Further information was received a short time later that a person was deceased.

Officers from Geraldton Police Station attended the scene and located a deceased woman, who is in her 60’s. A man, who is known to the deceased, was located nearby and is currently assisting with the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this incident, or who saw or heard anything suspicious in the Simpson Street area between 8:30pm and 9:30pm last night, is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report the information online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au. 

 

Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Arrests

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On Sunday 1st November 2015, Mingenew Police with the assistance of Geraldton Police stopped a vehicle near the Geraldton Bowling Club, Onslow Street, Geraldton.  

As a result of enquiries, the vehicle was found to be stolen from a burglary which occurred in the early hours of the morning that same day. 

The vehicle was searched with house breaking implements, drugs and other items located.   

The driver, a 15 year old male from Wonthella, was charged with Steal Motor Vehicle, Trespass, and Stealing. 

One passenger, a 17 year old male from Karloo, was charged with Steal Motor Vehicle, Trespass, Possession of House Breaking Implements, Possess a Prohibited Drug with Intent to Sell or Supply and Stealing 

Another passenger, an 18 year old male from Wonthella, was charged with Steal Motor Vehicle, Trespass and 2 x Stealing.  

Another passenger, a 15 years old male from Wonthella, was charged with Steal Motor Vehicle and Use a Prohibited Drug.   

The offences are alleged to have occurred between the 1st and 2nd November 2015. 

The males will appear at Geraldton Magistrates and Children’s Court.

Burglary – Wonthella – Firearms Stolen

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Between Friday 30th October 2015 and Saturday 31st October 2015, a burglary occurred at a premises on Second Street Wonthella where 2 x firearms were stolen. 

The firearms stolen were both double barrel shotguns. 

 Police are seeking assistance from the public in relation to the incident.  

If anyone has any information please call Geraldton Police on 99234555 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.  

Male Arrested Following Traffic Stop

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On Friday 23rd October 2015 while conducting targeted patrols of Rangeway, Geraldton Police stopped a vehicle on Diosma Street.

As a result, a 26 year old male from Utakarra was arrested and charged with Steal Motor Vehicle and 3 x Stealing.

These offences are alleged to have occurred between 26th September 2015 and 14th October 2015.

The male will appear at Geraldton Magistrates Court. 

Male Arrested Following Patrols of Spalding

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In the early hours of Friday 23rd October 2015 while conducting targeted patrols of Spalding, Geraldton Police located a male on the corner of Broome Street and Mitchell Street.

The 33 year old male from Spalding was subsequently arrested and charged with Burglary and Commit an Offence in a Dwelling and Stealing which Police allege occurred on Thursday 15th October 2015.

The male will appear at Geraldton Magistrates Court.

Arrests Following Traffic Stop

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On Friday 23rd October 2015, Geraldton Police stopped a vehicle on Rifle Range Road, Rangeway.

One of the occupants, a 28 year old male from Rangeway was arrested and charged with 2 x Stealing and Possessing an Article with Intent to Injure or Disable.

These offences are alleged to have occurred between the 5th October 2015 and 23rd October 2015.

A second occupant, a 24 year old male from Spalding was arrested and charged with 2 x Assault Occasioning Bodily Harm, Steal Motor Vehicle and Obstruct Public Officer.

These offences are alleged to have occurred between the 6 th November 2014 and 23rd October 2015.

Both males will appear at Geraldton Magistrates Court. 

Male Hit By Machete

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On Friday 16 October 2015 Geraldton Police arrested a 52 year old male in Rangeway who was conveyed to Geraldton Police Station where he participated in an interview regarding an assault involving a machete.

Police allege the 52 year old entered the victim’s yard via the rear gate and approached another male who was sitting out the back celebrating at birthday party with a group of friends. Police believe the 52 year old and the victim are known to each other.

It is further alleged, the 52 year old struck the male twice before being fended off by other guests at the party.

The 52 year old male from Geraldton was charged with Acts with intent to cause Grievous Bodily Harm and will appear at Geraldton Magistrates Court. 

Female Driver Arrested

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On Saturday 17 October 2015 Geraldton Police stopped a vehicle on Chapman Road, Bluff Point. Police conducted a drug swipe on the 33 year old female driver which indicated positive for Methamphetamine. During a search of the driver, police allege they located approximately 1.2 grams of Methamphetamine and 1.4 grams of Cannabis in her possession.

The female who is from Wonthella has been charged with 2 x Possess Prohibited Drug and will appear at Geraldton Magistrates Court.

There may be further charges relating to driving offences pending further inquiry. 

Dog Arrest

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At about 7.45pm on Sunday 27 September, 2015 Police were called to attend an address in Wandina where a male was attempting to gain entry to the home to access car keys for the vehicle parked in the driveway. On Police arrival the offender had left the scene.

Police dog Bucky tracked the offender to another address in Wandina where it is alleged the offender climbed a fence to gain access to the back yard where children were playing. There he used a bottle of olive oil to threaten the children and other occupants in an attempt to gain entry to the house.

The offender, a 35yr old male from Wandina was apprehended by PD Bucky at the front of the premises. He has been charged with 2 counts of Attempted Aggravated Burglary and 1 count of Possess article to cause fear. He was refused bail and will appear in Geraldton Magistrates Court on 29/09/15. 

Juvenile arrests

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At approx. 9.15am on Saturday 26 September, 2105 Police had cause to speak with a group of juveniles they had observed walking along Mitchell St in Spalding.

As a result of inquiries, 4 of the juveniles were arrested and conveyed to Geraldton Police Station to assist with inquiries in relation to a burglary offence that had occurred at Red Rooster in August.

A 15yr old male was charged with 1 count of burglary and stealing, 2 boys aged 13yrs were charged with breaching existing bail conditions and remanded in custody and the fourth boy, aged 15yrs was released pending further inquiries. 

22 Year Old Male Charged with Robbery

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On Wednesday 24 September 2015 at approximately 9.00am, Geraldton Detectives and officers from Geraldton Police Station apprehended a 22 year old Rangeway male. The male is alleged to have been an outstanding person of interest for a number of offences in and around Geraldton area including a Robbery which occurred in August 2015.

The 22 year old was arrested and conveyed to Geraldton Police Station where he was interviewed over a number of incidents. As a result he was charged with the following offences; 1 x Burglary and Commit Offence in Dwelling

1 x Stealing
1 x Steal Motor Vehicle
1 x Robbery
1 x Attempted Burglary with Intent in Dwelling

It is alleged that the offences occurred within Geraldton area between 15 July 2015 and 14 September 2015. He will appear at the Geraldton Magistrates Court. 

Remaining Two Escapees Back in Custody

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On Wednesday 24 September 2015 at approximately 9.30am, Geraldton Detectives and officers from Geraldton Police Station located the two remaining males who escaped from Geraldton Regional Prison on 21 September 2015.

The escapees were found in a residential address in Rangeway and are both now in custody.

This means all three escapees have been apprehended.

They were charged with Escaping From Lawful Custody

Dayle Garlett FINALLY sent to jail after continually committing crimes while under "supervision" orders

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Dayle Garlett is a former AFL recruit.

In November last year he was found guilty of stealing, burglary, and receiving stolen property. 

He did not go to jail. He was given an intensive supervision order. 

8 days later he stole a car and took Police on a high speed pursuit through the streets of Geraldton. 

He was also found with amphetamines. (link)

Instead of jail he was given a second intensive supervision order. 

Makes sense. 

It wasn't that intensive it seems... he committed a burglary 7 days later.  

He's just been sent to jail for four years.

His lawyer George Guidice argued that he felt a lot of pressure from others in his football career. (link)