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Road Policing Commander Mike Peters said all drivers could do their bit by not speeding, not using their mobile phones behind the wheel, not drinking and driving, and taking breaks on regional trips.

PoliceCommentsWA drivers facing double demerits ahead of long weekend

Double demerits will come back into force over the Australia Day long weekend, as police warn they’ll be on the lookout for bad behaviour.

A Silver Sands man has been charged after police allege he stabbed another man and pushed him and a woman down stairs.

CrimePremiumMan charged with assault after stabbing incident

A man has been charged after police allege he stabbed another man and pushed them and a woman down stairs.

Oliver Lane

Major crash investigators are investigating a fatal crash on Albany Highway in North Bannister.

Narrogin ObserverPremiumMan dies from injuries after crashing into tree on major hwy

Emergency services rushed to the scene about 4.40pm but could not save the man.

Hannah Whitehead

Two police officers were seen behind the cash register inspecting the scene.

POLICEPremiumPolice probe after reports of armed robbery at servo

The incident in the northern suburbs is believed to have unfolded on Wednesday evening.

Jessica Evensen

Ms Craig, a teacher from Frederick Irwin Anglican School in Mandurah, recently gave birth to a child after she was initially charged with four offences. 

Courts & JusticePremiumTeacher who had student’s baby hit with new sex charges

Naomi Tekea Craig has copped three new charges, including indecent dealings with a child under 13. SEE THE DETAILS.

Jessica Evensen and Caleb Runciman

Neighbouring business Allure Beauty & Co was damaged in the arson attack that targeted a Bunbury convenience store.

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‘Not your allies’: Insurance twist in illicit smoke trade

A senior WA Police officer has issued a warning to landlords about what their tenants are selling, saying it may compromise insurance payouts if caught in arson attacks.

Caleb Runciman

Ms Craig, a teacher from Frederick Irwin Anglican School in Mandurah, recently gave birth to a child after she was initially charged with four offences. 

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WA teacher has a baby with her student

A Mandurah teacher accused of sexually assaulting her former male student has given birth to a baby allegedly fathered by her young victim, The West Australian can reveal. 

Caleb Runciman and Rachel Fenner

The Patrol was the second car stolen among the three missing vehicles reported over the holiday break.

crimePremiumBrookton region hit with triple-vehicle theft over holidays

Brookton police are on the hunt for car thieves following the theft of three vehicles over the holiday period.

Hannah Whitehead

The man was rushed to Fiona Stanley Hospital for medical treatment. 

PolicePremiumHorror discovery as man found with serious neck laceration

The investigation comes after emergency services were called to the scene in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Claire Sadler

Tambellup police officer-in-charge Sergeant Mark Monaco with his 40-year service medal.

POLICE AWARDPremiumMark Monaco reaches 40 years in WA police force

Tambellup’s officer-in-charge Mark Monaco was awarded the WA Police Force Service Medal in recognition of 40 years of service last week. 

Amy Towers

New figures revealing 35 people are in hospital every day due to tobacco-related illness have been seized on by the Opposition as more proof of the impact of illegal sales going un-checked.

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Horror figures reveal WA’s tobacco war fuels hospital crisis

New figures revealing 35 people are in hospital every day due to tobacco-related illness have been seized on by the Opposition as more proof of the impact of illegal sales going un-checked.

Jessica Page

Supt Steve Post will join the Health Department’s team of inspectors to crack down on illegal tobacco operations.

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Retired cops lured back amid WA’s escalating tobacco war

Police will be coaxed out of retirement to fight WA’s escalating tobacco war, as Premier Roger Cook promises a tough new approach to tackling the rising scourge of illegal tobacco sales.

Joe Spagnolo

Major crash officers are investigating the fatal collision which occurred in Dalyellup on Norton Promenade, near the intersection of Portobello Road on Friday. 

WA NEWSPremiumTragedy as motorcyclist dies in crash in near Bunbury

A motorcyclist had died in hospital after a Harley Davidson collided with a car travelling in the opposite direction near Bunbury. 

Caleb Runciman

Photos taken at the scene show a large collection of high-powered motorcycles on the side of Kwinana Freeway northbound, some of which were being loaded onto tow trucks.

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Bikies arrested in major incident which shut part of freeway

The gang crime squad are questioning multiple bikies and have seized their high-powered motorcycles following a major incident which shut the Kwinana Freeway on Friday night.

Caleb Runciman

A man in his 50’s has suffered critical injuries after single vehicle crash in Hyden.

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Motorbike rider dies from injuries after tragic Hyden crash

Major crash officers are investigating after a man in his 50s died after his motorbike crashed in Hyden on Thursday morning.

Melissa Sheil and Hannah Whitehead

Narrogin detectives are seeking public assistance.

crimeNarrogin detectives investigating school oval robbery

Narrogin detectives are pleading for public assistance to help find two men who committed an aggravated robbery at a primary school oval on Monday night.

Hannah Whitehead

The WA Police Force has seized more than 30 eRideables as part of a Joondalup District operation targeting antisocial behaviour in the community.

CrimePremiumDozens of teens busted over unruly eRideable behaviour

A 12-year-old on an electric scooter capable of 80km/h was one of dozens of juveniles charged in a WA Police crackdown on dangerous use of illegal e-rideables. 

Brooke Rolfe

Great Southern Police Superintendent Jon Munday, Sergeant Greg Webb (retired), WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch and Assistant Commissioner Paul Coombes.

Police awardsPremiumGreat Southern police awards for dedication to the force

The dedication and professionalism of Great Southern police officers were celebrated at a police awards ceremony in Albany on Tuesday. 

Amy Towers

Emergency services were called to the scene on Pipit Close at 3.19am on Wednesday.

PolicePremiumSuspected arson hits tobacco store in Perth’s south-east

A suspected arson attack has damaged a tobacco store in Perth’s south-east overnight.

Caitlin Vinci

Heavily armed police were on the hunt for Zachariah Ugle after he was allegedly seen carrying a long-arm firearm following a string of incidents on Tuesday morning. 

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Suspected Pinjarra gunman located after intense manhunt

Heavily armed police were on the hunt for Zachariah Ugle after he was allegedly seen carrying a long-arm firearm following a string of incidents on Tuesday morning. 

Hannah Cross, Rachel Fenner and Caleb Runciman

Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan McGuggon provides an update on Taskforce Maverick at Police HQ in East Perth

PolicePremiumFirebombers not paid to carry out tobacco extortion: Police

A detective investigating shootings and firebombings linked to WA’s illicit tobacco trade says criminal syndicates don’t appear to be paying “low-level criminals” to carry out their dirty work. 

Caleb Runciman

Motorists observed a silver Toyota Camry crossing double white lines and driving towards oncoming traffic on Albany Highway in Mt Cooke on January 3 about noon.

Great Southern HeraldPremiumMan allegedly driving more than 185km/h faces charges

A Mt Lawley man who allegedly drove at a speed of nearly 200km/h on the Albany Highway in Kendenup last week will face reckless driving charges in court.

Hannah Whitehead

Ms Goodwin takes part in athletic events around the state.

Sound TelegraphCommentsPersonal trainer from WA fractures skull, shatters pelvis

The 35-year-old will have to learn how to walk again.

Rachel Fenner

Emergency services were called to the scene around 2.20am on Monday.

PoliceCommentsPremiumSuspicious overnight fire rips through Subiaco cafe

The blaze is believed to have started at the rear of the property before spreading to the roof. 

Caitlin Vinci