Dezi Freeman case leads to police gun carry changes
Police in Victoria's Alpine region will begin carrying long-arm rifles following the murders of officers Neal Thompson and Vadim de Waart-Hottart by Dezi Freeman on August 26, 2025. Chief Commissioner Mike Bush emphasized the need for added protection for officers in rural areas. The decision aligns their equipment with other regional police units statewide.
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Published 25 Jun 2026, 20:06 UTC · Updated 25 Jun 2026, 20:20 UTC
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