Fresh statistics show major spike in Victorian crime

The worrying act fuelling Mildura’s crime rise as police issue warning

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Rebecca Judd slams Dan Andrews as Victoria's crime rate surges

Rebecca Judd has hit out at the Victorian government and Daniel Andrews after fresh statistics showed crime rates in the state hit a record high.

Youth crime, repeat offenders fuel 'unacceptable' increase in Victorian crime

Youth crime in Victoria has soared to the highest rate on record, as the government admits overall crime ha...

Fresh statistics show major spike in Victorian crime

Crime has soared across Victoria with youth and repeat offenders blamed for the 17 per cent rise in the latest figures.

Volume of Criminal Incidents in Victoria Surges 20 Percent in 12 Months: Report

Victoria is in the grip of its worst crime surge in decades, with new figures showing criminal incidents soaring to record highs. In the 12 months to March 31, 2025, Victoria Police recorded 474,937 criminal incidents—up 20.1 percent from the previous year—while total offences jumped 17.1 percent to 627,268. When adjusted for population growth, the crime rate rose 15.2 percent. These are the highest figures recorded since the Crime Statistics Ag…

Extra police 'just one of the layers' to make people feel safer in shopping centres - ABC listen

Acting Deputy Commissioner of Regional Operations David Clayton discussed shopping centre safety and what is contributing to the overall increase in crime in Victoria.