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Porepunkah shooting: Two officers dead and another wounded after shooting at High Country property, Victoria, Australia #2
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Police hunt 'heavily armed' gunman after two police officers fatally shot
Victoria Police urge locals in Porepunkah to remain indoors as a man remains armed and at large following the shooting of two police.
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Two police officers killed, one injured, after shooting in Porepunkah, north-east of Melbourne
Two police officers have been killed and one injured in a shooting at a rural property in Porepunkah in north-east Victoria.
Victoria Police are at a property in the regional Victorian town, 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne.
People are being asked to avoid the scene, which has been described as an "active and ongoing incident which may present a significant risk to members of the public".
RIP to the brave officers
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Live updates
12.22pm
Heavily armed officers from the Special Operations Group are on their way to an active incident in the alpine town near the base of Mount Buffalo in Victoria’s High Country, where police are already on the scene.
Police have advised the public to stay away from the area.
12.29pm
Here is an aerial image of the property:
A high-res image of a property where a police officer has been shot and two others are missing near Porepunkah.Credit: Google Earth
12.35pm
Here is some of the updated police statement:
12.45pm
The school’s principal, Jill Gillies, confirmed all 106 students are safe and watching movies to stay distracted. She said that the school initiated a pre-emptive lockdown after being notified of an unfolding police situation. She said the decision was made to ensure the safety of the children and keep everyone calm.
The school’s emergency management plan was activated, and students were quickly moved into classrooms, where blinds were drawn and doors were locked.
The children will remain inside until the lockdown is lifted.
12.51pm
“We heard from friends who are in town that there were eight (police) cars (at the property),” she said.
“It’s insane. We’ve lost count of how many vehicles have gone past.
“There are ambulance vehicles and high-speed unmarked cars flying down the Alpine Road.”
1.05pm
Heavy gunfire has prevented police from entering the property as they wait for Special Operations officers to arrive on the scene.
Three police sources not authorised to speak on behalf of the force have told this masthead that two officers were killed in an ambush attack. Victoria Police has declined to comment.
One officer was shot in the thigh while serving a warrant at the property on Tuesday morning. Police are still searching for the offender.
We will bring you the latest updates as we confirm them.
1.14pm
“Our thoughts are with the police for the work they do, each and every day,” Albanese said.
“The men and women who wear our uniform, wear the uniform of the police, take risks each and every day.
“The Victorian police commissioner will be providing updates during the afternoon as more facts that are able to be released become clear.”
1.21pm
Another officer was wounded after shots were fired at a rural property in Porepunkah, about 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne.
Heavy gunfire has prevented police from entering the property as they wait for Special Operations officers to arrive on the scene.
Three police sources not authorised to speak on behalf of the force told this masthead that two officers were killed in an ambush attack. Victoria Police has declined to comment.
1.40pm
A customer who had spoken with a policeman had told him that two officers had been killed during a normal police operation and another had survived.
“People are worried,” he said. “People have been told not to come outside because the shooter is still on the run.″
1.44pm
Here is the statement:
Porepunkah shooting as it happened: Two Victoria Police officers shot dead and one injured after ambush in High Country
Two officers are dead and another wounded after a shooting at a rural property in Porepunkah, about 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne.
Live updates
12.22pm
Police urge public to stay away from the area
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A call for urgent assistance at the Porepunkah property was made at 10.55am.Heavily armed officers from the Special Operations Group are on their way to an active incident in the alpine town near the base of Mount Buffalo in Victoria’s High Country, where police are already on the scene.
Police have advised the public to stay away from the area.
12.29pm
Google Earth image of the Porepunkah property
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A police officer has been wounded and there are grave concerns for two other officers after a shooting at a rural property in Porepunkah, about 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne and seven kilometres west of Bright.Here is an aerial image of the property:
A high-res image of a property where a police officer has been shot and two others are missing near Porepunkah.Credit: Google Earth
12.35pm
Police release updated media statement
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Police are now treating this as “an active incident” and are concerned about the risk to members of the public, pleading with people to stay away from the scene.Here is some of the updated police statement:
12.45pm
School in lockdown: Children watch movies as distraction
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Porepunkah Primary School, located about 800 metres from the scene, has been in lockdown since 11.30am.The school’s principal, Jill Gillies, confirmed all 106 students are safe and watching movies to stay distracted. She said that the school initiated a pre-emptive lockdown after being notified of an unfolding police situation. She said the decision was made to ensure the safety of the children and keep everyone calm.
The school’s emergency management plan was activated, and students were quickly moved into classrooms, where blinds were drawn and doors were locked.
The children will remain inside until the lockdown is lifted.
12.51pm
‘High-speed unmarked cars flying down the Alpine Road’: local
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A nearby resident, who did not want to be identified, said locals had not yet been told to stay indoors.“We heard from friends who are in town that there were eight (police) cars (at the property),” she said.
“It’s insane. We’ve lost count of how many vehicles have gone past.
“There are ambulance vehicles and high-speed unmarked cars flying down the Alpine Road.”
1.05pm
Two officers dead at property in Porepunkah
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Two officers are dead and another wounded after a shooting at a rural property in Porepunkah, about 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne.Heavy gunfire has prevented police from entering the property as they wait for Special Operations officers to arrive on the scene.
Three police sources not authorised to speak on behalf of the force have told this masthead that two officers were killed in an ambush attack. Victoria Police has declined to comment.
One officer was shot in the thigh while serving a warrant at the property on Tuesday morning. Police are still searching for the offender.
We will bring you the latest updates as we confirm them.
1.14pm
Prime minister expresses sympathy for police
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed his sympathy for the police involved in the incident, saying he was concerned for the officers involved.“Our thoughts are with the police for the work they do, each and every day,” Albanese said.
“The men and women who wear our uniform, wear the uniform of the police, take risks each and every day.
“The Victorian police commissioner will be providing updates during the afternoon as more facts that are able to be released become clear.”
1.21pm
Police were executing warrant for historical sex abuse allegations
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BREAKING: Police were visiting a High Country home to execute a warrant for historical sex abuse allegations when two officers were shot dead in an ambush.Another officer was wounded after shots were fired at a rural property in Porepunkah, about 300 kilometres north-east of Melbourne.
Heavy gunfire has prevented police from entering the property as they wait for Special Operations officers to arrive on the scene.
Three police sources not authorised to speak on behalf of the force told this masthead that two officers were killed in an ambush attack. Victoria Police has declined to comment.
1.40pm
Porepunkah on high alert as shooter remains at large
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The operator of an Ampol petrol station on Nicholson Street in Porepunkah told the ABC the town was in lockdown and he had seen emergency vehicles race through on their way from the Great Alpine Road to Mount Buffalo, on the highway.A customer who had spoken with a policeman had told him that two officers had been killed during a normal police operation and another had survived.
“People are worried,” he said. “People have been told not to come outside because the shooter is still on the run.″
1.44pm
Premier Allan praises police bravery.
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Premier Jacinta Allan has issued a statement on the Porepunkah incident, stating that the “situation remains active.Here is the statement:
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"Tonight's Ordinary Council Meeting has also been postponed, and will be rescheduled for two weeks' time," the council said in a statement.
Porepunkah is located in the Shire of Alpine (Alpine Shire Council)
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Alpine Shire Council closes all facilities following shooting
By Judd Boaz
The Alpine Shire Council has closed all of its facilities, including libraries and information centres, effective immediately."Tonight's Ordinary Council Meeting has also been postponed, and will be rescheduled for two weeks' time," the council said in a statement.
Manhunt continues in Victoria for suspected identified gunman as two officers killed — as it happened
Local communities have been asked to stay indoors and follow police advice as the search for the gunman continues into the night.
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"Each and every day Victoria Police members go out in the face of danger. Each and every day they know the risks," he said.
"Today we want to send out our thanks to all of them but more importantly, our thoughts to everyone as the events unfold up north."
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Victorian Opposition sending 'thoughts to everyone'
By Judd Boaz
Opposition leader Brad Battin says his thoughts are with the officers involved in the shooting."Each and every day Victoria Police members go out in the face of danger. Each and every day they know the risks," he said.
"Today we want to send out our thanks to all of them but more importantly, our thoughts to everyone as the events unfold up north."
Manhunt continues in Victoria for suspected identified gunman as two officers killed — as it happened
Local communities have been asked to stay indoors and follow police advice as the search for the gunman continues into the night.
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Sovereign citizens are spin doctors and con artists. Experts want the government to kill the movement at the source
A Sunday Herald Sun investigation has revealed a slew of websites and social media accounts are making big money from advising Aussies how to live off the grid and avoid paying taxes and fines — and experts are warning the government must act.
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Weird, I thought living off the grid meant adopting a self sufficient lifestyle independent of public utilities like electricity, water, gas, or sewerage systems? Such as using solar panels, rainwater tanks, septic tanks, etc. That's what people out in the country mean when they say it. I guess in the city they must call it being green.
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New article ... Filby's 20-year old son Koah has spoken out. (paraphrased)
He says that on behalf of him and his family, they never wanted it to end like this. Their hearts go out to the murdered officers' (he said "fallen" officers) family.
He said he and his family have cooperated.
(my comment - which is in contrast to the police saying that Amalia has not provided a police statement, they have to communicate with her through her lawyer)
They don't know where Dezi is. His dad is like Rambo and could survive for weeks without food, can find water.
He said his mother frantically called him in the minutes after the shootings.
Koah lived with them until about a year ago. The bus had an annex, as well.
He thinks his father is deceased, but if he is not he says that he should turn himself in.
He says that on behalf of him and his family, they never wanted it to end like this. Their hearts go out to the murdered officers' (he said "fallen" officers) family.
He said he and his family have cooperated.
(my comment - which is in contrast to the police saying that Amalia has not provided a police statement, they have to communicate with her through her lawyer)
They don't know where Dezi is. His dad is like Rambo and could survive for weeks without food, can find water.
He said his mother frantically called him in the minutes after the shootings.
Koah lived with them until about a year ago. The bus had an annex, as well.
He thinks his father is deceased, but if he is not he says that he should turn himself in.
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Also in that ^^^^ article .... the funeral for Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson is at the Victoria Police Academy in Glen Waverley at 11am tomorrow.
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The Australian link above. Paywalled as well. I suppose they are affiliated but only The Australian one worked with my subscription
Edit: It's an interesting article. Seems like Dezi's son turned out well / level headed. I noticed he didn't really say anything negative about his dad aside from the obvious with the August 26th incident. Also interesting that he said there was nothing that could have indicated this would happen - which clashes with other news articles stating that Mali was desperate to get him to the doctor for mental health reasons. Also strange because he says Mali called him minutes after the incident (I assume they were in touch in general and she would have told him if there was a problem with dad before this...?).
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I feel for Koah; summarising a little from the Australian article he said that he’s already sought help from a counsellor for the “loss” of his father and for what DF has done. IMO that counselling sounds like a great idea.
The Australian link above. Paywalled as well. I suppose they are affiliated but only The Australian one worked with my subscription
Edit: It's an interesting article. Seems like Dezi's son turned out well / level headed. I noticed he didn't really say anything negative about his dad aside from the obvious with the August 26th incident. Also interesting that he said there was nothing that could have indicated this would happen - which clashes with other news articles stating that Mali was desperate to get him to the doctor for mental health reasons. Also strange because he says Mali called him minutes after the incident (I assume they were in touch in general and she would have told him if there was a problem with dad before this...?).
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Just curious to know if the police would have arrived unannounced at the property or would they have made contact prior to arriving to advise they would be attending. I am presuming the two deceased officers entered first and one of those was a detective and the other younger officer a public order response officer on secondment to the area. Would I be wrong to presume a public order response officer would be pretty capable physically when it comes to making an arrest? What were the other 7 officers doing at the time and where were they in relation to the escape of the alleged perpertrator?. How can a man and women run from the scene of such devastation when 7 other officers are in the vicinity who would be armed ? I am confused.
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I’m also confused by this. Also, how could the wife and 2 children (especially a toddler) also disappear without a trace ( for 12 hours or so before they reported to a police station) when there were 7 armed police officers still on the site and would have heard the commotion and likely gotten closer to the bus to check what has happened?
The death of the police officers and the subsequent escape with wife and 2 children in tow would have taken a fair while - I don’t understand how the escape (whereby DF and family weren’t seen) was even possible?
Do we have aerial shots of the property to show where the bus was located and how large the property is overall?
I haven't read the article but that's interesting to read that Koah says his Dad is like Rambo and would be capable of surviving weeks out in the wilderness but on the other hand thinks his father is deceased.
I wonder what makes him believe his father is deceased when he thinks he's capable of surviving?
He "never wanted it to end like this"... This makes me think it was all planned by Dezi. Otherwise why would Koah say that? What is the "it" in "it to end" , I wonder?
Perhaps I'm reading in to things a bit too deeply...
Experts or "experts"? And, what do the "experts" mean by "killing the movement at its source"?
For example:
- As any teacher or parent can relate, sometimes aggressively suppressing activities actually increases the appeal of that activity.
- There could be constitutional issues. I have no idea how Australian jurisprudence views speech advocating criminal acts such as not paying taxes. The Australian view of free speech could be broad. Thus, it might not be possible to ban the speech in and of itself.
- Ignore the individuals, but forbid social media / web platforms from relaying criminal acts? Could increase the charm appeal of the messages and..... drive it to the dark web where it can be harder to monitor.
Day 13 for manhunt, but still no sign of alleged police killer
Officers could be seen searching the Porepunkah Airfield on Sunday afternoon as the extensive police manhunt for Dezi Freeman continued.Day 13 for manhunt, but still no sign of alleged police killer
Officers could be seen searching the Porepunkah Airfield on Sunday afternoon as the extensive police manhunt for Dezi Freeman continued.
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The other officers would have run for cover would be my guess so they weren't the next to be killed.
Son of Dezi Freeman likens dad to Rambo but ‘10 times’ the capacity
The son of Dezi Freeman has broken his silence, issuing concerning remarks that suggest the alleged cop killer will never be found as the manhunt nears two weeks.David Wu
September 8, 2025 - 8:30AM
“I’m not sure if you have ever seen the movie Rambo, especially the first Rambo movie. It’s like that but 10 times’ capacity.”
Koah, who has a close relationship with his parents, insisted he would never turn out like his father.
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