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Police Search Airfield for Accused Cop Killer

Police continue the 15-day manhunt for Dezi Freeman near an airfield, following the fatal shooting of two officers and injury of another at his rural property, officials said.

  • The manhunt for suspected cop killer Dezi Freeman has entered its 15th day, focusing on the Porepunkah region and nearby airfield, according to Victoria Police.
  • Premier Jacinta Allan honored fallen police officers Neal Thompson and Vadim De Waart-Hottart during a condolence motion in state parliament.
  • Victoria Police received over 1,000 reports related to Freeman's location, with 165 received after announcing a $1 million reward, according to a police spokesperson.
  • Residents of Porepunkah are working towards healing following the tragic incident, with psychological support offered to those affected.
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The AgeThe Age
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Images detail moments before police shooting in Porepunkah

The images appear to show Freeman to have barricaded himself inside the bus with his wife and two-year-old son, railing against allegations of historical sexual abuse.

·Australia
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Porepunkah gunman manhunt continues

Police have issued a new warning for travellers as the search for accused gunman Dezi Freeman remains targeted in thick bushland around his semi-rural home.

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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Police search airfield for accused cop killer

Police converged on an airfield in Porepunkah today in the manhunt for accused cop killer Dezi Freeman.

·Sydney, Australia
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The West AustralianThe West Australian
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‘Avoid’: New warning in Dezi manhunt

Police have issued a new warning for travellers as the search for accused gunman Dezi Freeman remains targeted in thick bushland around his semi-rural home.

·Australia
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9News9News
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Police converge on fresh area of bushland in manhunt for accused cop killer

A major crew of police officers along with a critical response team started scouring bushland behind Porepu...

·Australia
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Herald SunHerald Sun
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Cops comb more bushland near Dezi Freeman’s house

Police have started to search for fugitive Dezi Freeman in bushland behind Porepunkah Airfield.

·Melbourne, Australia
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Herald Sun broke the news in Melbourne, Australia on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
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