Police appealing for information following violent Yea home invasion in north-east Victoria

Police believe an anonymous tipper who contacted CrimeStoppers may hold the key to resolving a violent home invasion in Victoria's north-east.

Detectives are continuing to appeal for information from the public as they investigate the incident on the Melba Highway at Yea on Monday, June 23.


The 68-year-old victim told police three offenders arrived at his rural property at about 1:15am armed with guns and a machete.

He said they demanded money and firearms, blindfolded and assaulted him, and dragged him from his house into the boot of his car.


1751253161174.png
Police continue to investigate a home invasion where offenders burnt a rural property to the ground a week ago. (ABC News)


The man said the vehicle was driven part way down his driveway before he was forced out of the boot and into a paddock where he was again assaulted and had petrol poured over him before his house was set alight.

Police believe the offenders may have targeted the wrong victim.

Alexandra Crime Investigation Unit Detective Sergeant Flyn Loughlin said police were keeping an "open mind" about the identity of the intended victim.


"It is likely and possible that the intended victim and property was not that of his," he said.

It was "an extremely violent attack on an innocent man in the sanctity of home."


1751253183676.png
The man says the offenders poured petrol over him before burning down his house. (ABC News)


Police said three firearms used for farming were stolen from the property.

The man told police he did not know his attackers, with investigators believing they may have gone to the wrong address.

The victim has described the men as being of Middle Eastern appearance and said he believed they spoke Arabic during the incident.

Unusual crime for regional Victoria​

Mr Loughlin described the victim as a "tough, country rural farmer" and a "salt-of-the-earth-type man" who has lived in the area for decades.

Police have released images of the man's injuries showing lacerations to his hands and wounds on his scalp.


1751253204108.png
The man says he was assaulted in a paddock after being forced into and out of the boot of his own vehicle, which is covered by an SES tent while police gathered evidence. (ABC News)


Police said he had been pistol whipped during the attack and had come away with a broken finger.

His house had burnt down and all of his belongings were gone, Mr Loughlin said.

"He's okay, he's got his family around him. He doesn't have a home. We're navigating through that issue with him.


"This is a crime that's quite foreign to this part of north-east Victoria.

"This is kind of Melbourne encroaching on rural Victoria. This is the type of crime that we unfortunately are seeing all too often and now we're seeing this type of crime in regional Victoria."

Mr Loughlin said the anonymous tipper contacted police online and provided detail that had "an awareness of particular facets of the investigation that only police are aware of".

He said detectives were urging the caller to make further contact with police to provide additional information.

"This is an extremely vicious, violent, and cowardly attack on an elderly victim who lives alone in a remote area," Mr Loughlin said.
"We need assistance from the public to help us identify the three offenders."

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has CCTV or dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
 

Seniors Discount Club

Sponsored content

Info
Loading data . . .
Becoming too common, a rise in serious crimes could be the result of immigration figures (from countries where these crimes are "normal" perhaps)?.
A govt created problem worsened by the fact the law protects these thugs & the victims are punished more than the thugs if they try to protect themselves - ludicrous! Something has to change!
So sad & terrifying for this victim!
 
No words! All I can say is that crimes like this seem to be gaining traction and they're not being committed by people like the victim in this case. The fact that these vermin believe they have a right to behave like this sickens me, but, as the farmer in this case is an 'infidel', their holy book actually commands them to behave in this manner.
 
  • Like
Reactions: CemisugO
Find them, deport them
More importantly, tell Albo - no more middle eastern refugees. Enough is enough.
They’re coached to lie when seeking asylum like saying they’re gay and will be persecuted if returned by some NGOs, particularly reference Without Borders.
Yes, there are Muslims with peace in their hearts, but even they can’t influence the cult-like nature of Islam. And it is a cult because followers are not allowed to question and not allowed to leave without fear of being killed.
 
Becoming too common, a rise in serious crimes could be the result of immigration figures (from countries where these crimes are "normal" perhaps)?.
A govt created problem worsened by the fact the law protects these thugs & the victims are punished more than the thugs if they try to protect themselves - ludicrous! Something has to change!
So sad & terrifying for this victim!
I agree 💯% - but beware, all these pro-Palestinian ignoramuses will be calling you a non-empathetic racist!!
 
Find them, deport them
More importantly, tell Albo - no more middle eastern refugees. Enough is enough.
They’re coached to lie when seeking asylum like saying they’re gay and will be persecuted if returned by some NGOs, particularly reference Without Borders.
Yes, there are Muslims with peace in their hearts, but even they can’t influence the cult-like nature of Islam. And it is a cult because followers are not allowed to question and not allowed to leave without fear of being killed.
When will the Western World start realizing, if their very own people with identical cultures won't take them in due to their dangerous, barbaric lifestyle, why the f*** do we????????
 
  • Like
Reactions: LorLes
Becoming too common, a rise in serious crimes could be the result of immigration figures (from countries where these crimes are "normal" perhaps)?.
A govt created problem worsened by the fact the law protects these thugs & the victims are punished more than the thugs if they try to protect themselves - ludicrous! Something has to change!
So sad & terrifying for this victim!

Agree. There are several factors at play.

1) the countries from which those who perpetrate such crimes are generally those where deep seated hatred’s exist and where extremism and violence is common, be they Somalian, Sudanese or Arabic.
We have had Muslims immigrants from Asia for years and this level of violence did not arrive with them. It appears that the Arabic Muslims are more radicalised.

2) as a nation, despite what the extreme left would have us believe, is still one of a fair go for all, tolerance and democracy.
Many of those who have arrived recently are taking advantage of that and using it against us. Think how the COVID protesters were treated vs how the pro Palestinian protesters are treated.

3) years of social justice gone too far where the perpetrator’s voice and sob story has become more important than the victim’s.
When it was first introduced, it had merit, but years of bleeding-heart do gooders have corrupted the system, whereby victims are lesser than the perps.
The article in today’s paper about a drug mule wanting a sentence reduction (she only got 3.5 y) because it was extreme as she only did it because she had a hard life and had no money is a prime example. Running drugs is not a victimless crime. Her actions are destroying countless other lives, but she’s all I’m the victim because I’m doing it hard.

It is time to claim our country back before it is lost.

The UK and France have shown that the tipping point is about 6% of the population when it comes to Islam. We are at 4%.

food for thought
 
I agree 💯% - but beware, all these pro-Palestinian ignoramuses will be calling you a non-empathetic racist!!
That’s fine.
I simply point out Islam is not a race, it is a cult.
I challenge them to provide any evidence whatsoever that the points I make are not factual
They can’t
But I hope others begin to see what is really going on
 

Join the conversation

News, deals, games, and bargains for Aussies over 60. From everyday expenses like groceries and eating out, to electronics, fashion and travel, the club is all about helping you make your money go further.

Seniors Discount Club

The SDC searches for the best deals, discounts, and bargains for Aussies over 60. From everyday expenses like groceries and eating out, to electronics, fashion and travel, the club is all about helping you make your money go further.
  1. New members
  2. Jokes & fun
  3. Photography
  4. Nostalgia / Yesterday's Australia
  5. Food and Lifestyle
  6. Money Saving Hacks
  7. Offtopic / Everything else
  • We believe that retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy life, not worry about money. That's why we're here to help our members make the most of their retirement years. If you're over 60 and looking for ways to save money, connect with others, and have a laugh, we’d love to have you aboard.
  • Advertise with us

User Menu

Enjoyed Reading our Story?

  • Share this forum to your loved ones.
Change Weather Postcode×
Change Petrol Postcode×