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Murder – Maria Luis (19-33)

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Murder victim Maria LUIS

At about 5.00 pm on Friday, 7th December, 2018, Maria LUIS, a 61 year old woman, was found in her home at 68 Goodman Ave, Kilburn with multiple stab wounds to the upper body.  She was pronounced deceased at her home address by SAAS paramedics.  The offender was initially unknown.  CCTV footage viewed later that evening identified a female attending the address at about 4.50 pm this date, then leaving three minutes later.  That female was identified as the suspect who resided nearby.  She was subsequently arrested at her home address at about 10.50 pm on this date. 

*****Police are seeking a male person (pictured) who was seen to attend the victim’s premises at 68 Goodman Ave, Kilburn, at about 4.20 pm on the afternoon of Friday, 7th December, 2018.  He walked from the east and remained at the house for about a minute and left walking back to the east.  This person was wearing an orange t-shirt and white shorts.  He is NOT considered to be a suspect, or even involved in the murder.  Police believe he may have been the last person to see Maria LUIS alive.  Police are asking for this person to contact Major Crime investigators.  HE SHOULD BE 100% CONFIDENT THAT HE HAS NOTHING TO FEAR FROM COMING FORWARD. *****

The male that is pictured, or anyone with information about the murder of Maria Luis, is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, report online or via the App.

 

Guns and drugs found in April

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Contacts made to Crime Stoppers SA in April led to nearly 50 guns being taken out of the hands of criminals – one of the biggest monthly results ever experienced. In addition, replica firearms, ammunition, a pistol crossbow, knuckle dusters and other dangerous weapons were also confiscated.

Not to be outdone, our drug-related calls led to 69 plants and nearly 15kg of dried cannabis being seized, as well as a substantial amount of amphetamine, heroin and almost $30,000 cash located.

People reported information about an indecent assault at Blair Athol, a stolen dog from the city, a ram raid on a Salisbury Plains bike shop, home invasion at Unley and attempted kidnapping at West Beach.

Apprehensions included 34 men and 7 women charged with significant drug offences, weapons offences, and money laundering.

Our weekly crime segments on 9News Adelaide profiled CCTV vision of a man wanted for a home invasion at Elizabeth South where a credit card was stolen and later used, as well as a man caught on camera after assaulting a woman and robbing her at a city massage business. We also asked for help to identify a man wanted for a robbery at JR’s Surf and Ski in Rundle Mall and called for information on the death of Adrian Trett at Mannum in April 2018.

Watch these and other weekly crime segments at https://www.youtube.com/user/SIBSACrimeStoppers

If you have any information about criminal activity or an unsolved crime, then call our free hotline on 1800 333 000 or go to www.crimestopperssa.com.au

Rewards are available and you can remain anonymous.

Criminals put on notice as national study shows people power delivers real results

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To mark the 20-year milestone of having a Crime Stoppers program in every Australian State and Territory, an independent study has been released as part of National Crime Stoppers Day 2019 celebrations on Monday, 27th May.

The Impact Report shows 82% of all Australians feel safer knowing the program is in place across the country. The research also finds that 81% of Australians believe the option to remain anonymous when contacting the trusted information reporting channel, is a major drawcard.

Crime Stoppers Australia Chair, Ms Diana Forrester says: “These results underline the significant value Crime Stoppers offers in collecting information which helps to solve some of the nation’s most horrific and baffling crimes. It reinforces that people can make a significant difference by anonymously sharing what they know.”

“Australia is a culturally-rich and diverse nation – with the 2016 Census showing nearly half (49%) of all Australians had either been born overseas or had one or both parents born overseas – and this report underlines that Crime Stoppers is for everyone in the community,” Ms Forrester said.

“We have seen the devastation crime can bring when a blind eye is turned – within Australia, in neighbouring countries and around the world. Someone might be reluctant to speak up because they fear retaliation, are wary of police, or want to avoid becoming involved in legal proceedings. Crime Stoppers offers a safe solution because people can stay anonymous and share what they know,” she said.

In 2018, Crime Stoppers programs across the nation received 319,861 contacts via the hotline, website and other means, resulting in 145,442 information reports being raised and passed to police. The information those reports contained directly led to 5,406 apprehensions and more than 15,580 charges being laid.

In South Australia, in 2018 a total of 21,431 calls and 3,927 online contacts led to 12,127 reports being taken and 10,561 actions issued for investigation. That saw 822 apprehensions and 1266 charges laid for a wide variety of crimes as well as 5 clandestine laboratories shut down and 8 firearms seized.

Crime Stoppers SA Chair, Ms Sharon Hanlon, said the independently-commission Impact Report estimates the economic value of Crime Stoppers to Australia as $170m, with an additional $66m in added value from drugs being seized, property returned, and crimes being prevented.

“Every dollar invested in Crime Stoppers delivers an outstanding $11.15 in return value. That’s a great result for the 77% of Australians who actively want to help prevent crimes from happening – and reinforces that Crime Stoppers operates in a way that encourages, enables and supports community participation,” she said.

“For an organisation which prominently features a volunteer leadership base, these are great results thanks to the community, media outlets, our corporate and government program partners and our many volunteers.”

“As we celebrate Crime Stoppers Day 2019 we want people to know that everyone can play a part in making a safer community by sharing information about criminal activity with Crime Stoppers by calling our toll-free national hotline on 1800 333 000 or going to www.crimestoppers.com.au

 

Aggravated Assault – Coles Port Adelaide (19-31)

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At about 12.30 pm on Thursday, 30th August, 2018, the victim, a Loss Prevention Officer, was working at Coles Port Adelaide, which is located in the Port Adelaide Plaza, at 220 Commercial Road, Port Adelaide, when they became suspicious of the pictured female customer within the store.  The female customer was observed selecting several items and then leaving Coles without paying for these items.  The Loss Prevention Officer approached the female in the car park of Coles and after identifying themselves they requested the stolen items be returned.  The female reached into her bag and produced a canister which she then sprayed an unknown substance on the Loss Prevention Officer.  The Loss Prevention Officer suffered pain and a burning feeling to their face and eyes, which took about thirty minutes to recover from and required medical treatment.  The female subsequently left the area with the stolen items.

The female is described as:  in her twenties, 5’6″ (167 cm), solid build and Caucasian, wearing black Adidas tracksuit pants, black t-shirt and a sleeveless vest, carrying a Nike shoulder bag

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, report online or via the App.

Aggravated Assault – Elizabeth Vale (19-25)

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At about 1.30 pm on Tuesday, 11th September, 2018 the bus driver on Route 400 picked up three males on Fairfield Road, Elizabeth Grove.  One of the males began to continually press the stop button on the bus causing the bus to stop and the males not exit the bus. At Stop 54A on John Rice Ave, Elizabeth Vale the driver stopped the bus and advised the male to stop this behaviour or he would be removed from the bus. The male then racially abused the bus driver. The driver then attempted to radio for assistance to have the male removed from the bus.  At this point the male went face to face with the driver yelling at him. The driver pushed the male back which caused the male to fall over. The driver returned to the radio whilst the male lay on the floor of the bus.  The male then got up and walked up to the driver and yelled further racial abuse and then exited the bus with the driver.  The driver attempted to close the door on the male.  The male then spat at the driver and ran off.

The male is described as:  Caucasian, distinctive sideburns, short shaved receding hairline and has tattoos on his right forearm, upper arm, on the left hand and on his right lower leg, wearing a black t-shirt, light coloured shorts and blue sports shoes

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, report online or via the App.

 

Aggravated Robbery & Illegal Use – Torrensville (19-30)

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At about 10.30 pm on Saturday, 23rd March, 2019, the victim was sitting in his car on Shipster Street, Torrensville, waiting to start his cleaning job, when five young males walked past his car from the direction of Henley Beach Road. They turned back, surrounded the car and threatened the victim. One of the males was holding a metal pole and another male was holding a knife. They demanded money from the victim and demanded he get out of the car. The five males then jumped into the victim’s car, a gold 2001 Honda Civic, and took off along Shipster Street heading north. The victim was not physically injured during the robbery. The stolen car was found twenty minutes later by police, dumped in the car park at the Brickworks Market place at Torrensville.

The five young males are described as being about eighteen years of age.

The victim has provided computer facial images of the following two males:

  • The description of the male holding the metal pole is: 18-20 years of age, approximately 5’9” (175 cm), slim build, Australian, Caucasian appearance and has a small piece of blonde hair visible from underneath his headwear, wearing black hooded jumper with two white horizontal stripes on the front of the hoodie and a cap
  • The description of the male holding the knife is : 18-20 years of age, approximately 5’8” (172 cm), slim build and of Asian/Chinese appearance, wearing a black hooded jumper with the hood up and trousers

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, report online or via the App.

Guns and other weapons seized during March

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Information provided to Crime Stoppers SA during March assisted in the seizure of a number of firearms and dangerous weapons. These were taken off the streets and out of the hands of criminals. The seizure consisted of ammunition, crossbows, knuckle dusters, slingshots, batons and tasers.

In addition to nearly 60 calls about firearms, we were contacted about a number of vandalism offences, a serious crash at McLaren Vale, a home invasion and an aggravated robbery.

Tip offs led to 65 apprehensions during the month, including 35 men and 6 women charged with a range of serious offences that included trafficking a controlled drug, firearms and weapons offences and possessing commercial quantities of meth-amphetamine.

Our weekly crime segments on 9News Adelaide asked for help to solve the cold case bashing murder of Peter Seaford in 1989, as well as a serious hit and run at Blakeview that left a 22-year old woman with serious injuries.

Watch these and other weekly crime segments at https://www.youtube.com/user/SIBSACrimeStoppers

Other March 2019 results included:

  • 1974 calls and 391 online reports received;
  • 1126 intelligence reports raised,
  • 1016 actions issued for investigation;
  • 88g of Amphetamine seized;
  • 110 cannabis plants and 8.9kg of dried cannabis located;
  • $47625 cash confiscated;
  • 8,150 people visited the Crime Stoppers SA website, resulting in 24,608 page views;

If you have any information about criminal activity and unsolved crimes, then call our free hotline on 1800 333 000, go to crimestopperssa.com.au or download the free Report Suspicious Behaviour app for iOS and Android phones. 

Rewards are available and you can remain anonymous.

Murder – Adrian Trett (19-28)

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In the 12 months since Adrian Trett was found unconscious on David Street at Mannum, on Monday, 23rd April, 2018, with serious head injuries SA Police have been making steady progress on the case which tragically, on 5 May 2018, became a homicide inquiry.

Mr Trett (pictured below) died in the Royal Adelaide Hospital without ever regaining consciousness. A team of experienced officers from the Major Crime Investigation Branch, assisted by local police, have made regular trips to Mannum since, gathering evidence and taking statements. Images of a mobility scooter and a distinctive motorbike helmet, along with the blankets the 45-year-old’s body was found hidden under, have been released to the public.

Detective Brevet Sergeant Ann Schaefer said police know that Mr Trett was the victim of an assault at a property on Asmus Street and fell down a set of stairs, but are still seeking evidence around the full details of that incident. “We are confident we know how he (Mr Trett) got to the David Street location where he was found – he was taken there on a mobility scooter and we know who was involved in that. “We are still seeking information about what exactly occurred at the Asmus Street address on 22 April 2018, and we would appeal for anyone with information to come forward. “We have one specific person of interest, but believe others will have information that could be of value.” In the 12-months since the assault police have made steady progress in the case, but need a few final details to be able to get to the bottom of what happened, and provide his family with some answers. “His family, as anyone would, just want answers to their questions,” she said. “We believe he was taken to the location on a mobility scooter (also called a gofer) and then his actual two-wheeled scooter was also conveyed there and he was lying beside that covered in blankets in a way that he could not have done himself. “We believe those blankets came from the Asmus Street property. “Any information, no matter how trivial or insignificant someone may think it is, given what we already have, it may be the final piece we need.” Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at https://crimestopperssa.com.au/

KNOW THE SCAM – Cyber Scams

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South Australia Police have produced a new scam website located at https://www.police.sa.gov.au/your-safety/scams-and-cybercrime to make the community more aware of the evolving techniques that scammers are using and adopting. One such scam is where scammers are requesting payment via cryptocurrencies and then spoofing (altering) their caller identification to misrepresent and impersonate police and accountants. Anyone with information about scams or scammers are asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, report online or via the App.

Don’t put all your home security eggs in one basket this Easter, warns Crime Stoppers SA

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With many South Australians now finalising plans to hop off for an Easter break, Crime Stoppers SA has partnered with Police Credit Union to remind people that a few basic security precautions around the home will help to keep thieves at bay and property protected.

Crime Stoppers SA Chair, Ms Sharon Hanlon, said: “Assuming your home will be safe without taking a few basic precautions is never the best approach. No one wants to spend the long weekend on edge worrying whether a home is a likely target for thieves or return to find that someone has broken into your home and taken treasured possessions.”

Crime Stoppers SA and Police Credit Union recommend the following tips for home owners to consider:

Lock up before you leave

Unlocked windows and doors continue to be the biggest security weakness for many burgled Australian homes. Take time to double-check that all windows and doors are locked, and make sure that sheds, garage doors, and side gates are all locked too.

Consider a home security system

When it comes to choosing a home security system, it can be as simple or as complex as you want. Options range from a basic intruder alarm from a hardware store that covers entry points like windows and doors, through to a security alarm system with motion sensors that protect a home and garage. The tech-savvy might even want to opt for a closed-circuit camera to film any unwelcome guests that can be accessed via a smartphone app that sends an alert when an intruder is detected.

And if you already have a security system, check to make sure it is working properly, and remember to turn it on!

Hide away spare keys

It’s not uncommon for people to leave spare house key tucked under a plant pot or doormat. Unfortunately, thieves know that too – so give a spare key to someone you trust instead. If you have any cars left at home while you’re away, don’t leave the keys in plain sight because it might tempt a thief to make off with your vehicle too.

Install outdoor sensor lights

Because outdoor sensor lights are activated by movement, they are a great way to spotlight any would-be intruder lurking in the shadows. Being illuminated for neighbours and passers-by to see is a sure way to deter burglars – but put sensor lights to the test before heading away.

Arrange mail and newspaper deliveries

Consider asking a trusted neighbour to collect the newspaper while you’re away or suspend it for the long weekend to avoid any pile-ups in your front yard.

Consider light timers

A dark house is a sure-fire giveaway that no one is home, so invest in some light timers to turn your lights on and off at intervals to that lived-in look.

Opt for a house- or pet-sitter

If your four-legged friend isn’t going away with you, consider having a friend or family member stay at your home while you’re away. Not only will they take care of any pets, it is the best way to secure your home against theft because it will still be occupied, and they can collect the mail, pick up newspapers, and put out bins if needed.

Put away any outdoor equipment

While a thief might leave your house contents intact, outdoor belongings can still be stolen – so put away valuable outdoor equipment and furniture, barbecue, sports gear and toys, and bicycles. It is a good idea to lock away any tools or garden implements because an opportunistic thief can use them to smash their way inside.

Make a record

Make an inventory of all your property, with photographs, engravings, marks and any other relevant details. Not only will it make stolen property easier to trace, it can help with any home insurance claim that you might have to make. Consider marking items with your name and/or your driver’s licence number, and remember to record details of a manufacturer, model name or number, and any serial number of your most prized possessions.

More about Crime Stoppers SA can be found https://crimestopperssa.com.au  



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