MIDLAND detectives have charged a 24-year-old Ellenbrook man with multiple offences following a police chase that occurred on Sunday, January 25.
WA Police say the accused allegedly stole a black Range Rover from a residence in Middle Swan between 12pm and 3.30pm on Sunday.
Officers later sighted the stolen car travelling on Toodyay Road in Middle Swan.
Police activated their emergency lights and sirens in an attempt to stop the vehicle, however, it is alleged the accused accelerated away.
A pursuit ensued as the man allegedly attempted to evade police through the suburbs of Herne Hill, Baskerville, Ellenbrook, Bennett Springs, Beechboro, and Morley.
It is further alleged the man drove recklessly by travelling at speed, on the wrong side of the road, and through red traffic control lights.
A tyre deflation device was deployed on Beechboro Road in Morley, after which the accused allegedly drove a short distance before colliding with a parked car on Mahogany Road.
The accused was located in the rear seat of the vehicle and arrested.
The Ellenbrook man has been charged with reckless driving, failing to comply with a direction, no authority to drive, possessing an edged weapon, and stealing a motor vehicle.
He appeared in Perth Magistrates Court on Monday, January 26, where he was remanded in custody and is scheduled to reappear on February 10.
DETECTIVES from Child Exploitation Operations have charged a 51-year-old Ellenbrook man with seven alleged offences against children.
It will be alleged between November 2025 and January 2026, the accused recorded in an ‘upskirt’ style, female adults and children in public places in Ellenbrook, Burswood, Joondalup and Perth.
It is further alleged a forensic analysis of electronic devices belonging to the accused identified various images and vision of child exploitation material.
The 51-year-old man from Ellenbrook has been charged with three counts of indecent acts in public, two of indecent recording of a child under 16 years, and one each of indecently recording a child under 13 years and possessing child exploitation material.
Sex crime division detective inspector Eamon Flanagan said child exploitation operations employ every available strategy to lawfully and rigorously investigate individuals who commit online child sexual offences in Western Australia.
“This investigation demonstrates the team’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and ensuring offenders are held accountable for their criminal actions.
“Everyone has the right to feel safe in our community, without being secretly and immorally recorded for another person’s sexual gratification. This investigation remains ongoing, and I urge anyone with information relating to this matter, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestopperswa.com.au
“The WA Police Force acknowledges that reports of offences against children are deeply distressing for the community. Protecting children and ensuring their safety is our highest priority.
“Child sexual abuse is one of the most horrific crimes imaginable. It destroys lives and leaves lasting trauma for victims and their families.”
DETECTIVES from the serious and organised crime division are investigating a fire that occurred in Ballajura on Thursday, January 15 believed to be linked to the illicit tobacco trade in Western Australia.
About 4am, police received a report of a fire at a premises on Illawarra Crescent.
Department of Fire and Emergency Services attended and extinguished the fire, which caused minimal damage.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with any information regarding this incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers online via www.crimestopperswa.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.
Reports can be made anonymously.
This incident is being investigated by Taskforce Maverick, which was established by WA Police on November 24 in response to multiple criminal damage by fire incidents at premises.
Inquiries indicate these incidents are linked to the illicit tobacco trade in Western Australia.
