Victoria Police

Spend a shift with our Police Custody Officers (PCOs) 👮♀️ Our PCOs work in police stations across the state, and are responsible for the management and wellbeing of those in custody - but that's only a small part of their job. Considering the PCO role? Learn more > https://lnkd.in/gdXMEF9Z

Today, we joined the Walk Against Family Violence in Melbourne. The walk marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence - a global campaign that seeks to raise awareness about family violence and inspire action to end violence against women and children. Family and gendered violence continues to cause significant harm to the Victorian community, with police responding to more than 106, 000 incidents in the year to June 2025. If you, or someone you know is in immediate danger, please contact Triple Zero (000). If you, or anyone you know is experiencing family violence please consider contacting: 🟠 SAFE STEPS – 1800 015 188 or www.safesteps.org.au 🟠 The Orange Door – to find a service near you, visit the website www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au 🟠 1800 RESPECT – 1800 737 732 or www.1800respect.org.au 🟠 Sexual Assault Crisis Line – 1800 806 292 or https://lnkd.in/gRfS9eKa or please reach out to specialist support service. #16DaysOfActivism #WAFV2026 #WAFV #WhyWeWalk

If you think life in the Major Crime Scene Unit is like an episode of CSI or Bones, you’re not entirely wrong … just think less dramatic lighting and way more paperwork. Senior Constable Black joined the Major Crime Scene Unit in 2022. After spending a few years in general duties in Preston, she finally landed the role she’d been dreaming about since she was eight years old (she even found a school assignment recently that mentions it!). Now, she spends her days (and nights) photographing, examining and collecting evidence from serious crime scenes right across Victoria, from inner-city incidents to remote locations. One day, she might be headed to a homicide in Mildura, the next a vehicle examination back near the office. No two days are the same, and that’s what's kept her hooked. She’s currently training as a bloodstain pattern analysis expert and says the best part of the job is the problem-solving. “It’s confronting but rewarding. Every scene is different, and every small detail can make a huge difference to an investigation.” When Black's not analysing crime scenes, she’s watching horror movies, gaming her way through ‘The Last of Us’ or ‘Skyrim’, and hanging out with her partner and elderly rescue cat, Billy.

Last month, an 82-year-old man was heading to his secret fishing spot on the Wimmera River in Horsham, when his mobility scooter’s brakes failed and he and the scooter ended up in the river. He wasn’t able to get out himself, but luckily, he flagged down a passer-by who called 000. Constable Salisbury and Constable McDonough were first on scene and didn't hesitate to get wet and help the man out of the water. Additional members arrived providing first aid before Ambulance Victoria turned up. Horsham SES then showed up, and with a bit of teamwork, they managed to get the scooter out of the water too.

Huuge congrats to all the Year 12s finishing exams - from our newest recruits! 🎉 And while you're celebrating (safely, of course) during your well-deserved time off, the age-old question of "what now?" might already be creeping in. If you're looking for something outside the 9-5... we might have an idea. 😏👮♂️ #SchoolLeavers #PoliceCareers

Thanks to everyone who took part in this year’s Community Sentiment Survey. We had over 7600 responses, helping us identify the issues that matter most to you and your local community. The key issues identified include: 👮 Safety in public places 🔐 Safety of property and possessions 💉 Drugs and alcohol related issues It was also an opportunity to share your ideas on what could be done to make the community feel safer. The most frequently noted comments were more foot patrols, increased patrols at night and PSOs on transport and community locations. Police will work with their partners to come up with initiatives to address your safety concerns, which will also support the priorities set out in the 'A Safe Victoria' strategy. Victoria Police will continue to target and detect offenders, but there are number of things you can do to help keep your home and property secure. 🔒 Lock all doors including cars, garages, windows, gates and sheds. 🔑 Don’t leave spare keys outside – that rock is an obvious hiding spot! 👀 Keep your valuables like your wallet and keys out of sight at home. 🚗 Don’t leave valuables in your car. More tips on how to secure your home and property ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g8A8xtQw

Working for the Major Collision Investigation Unit (MCIU) is no sunshine and roses, but Detective Leading Senior Constable Rebecca Gauci is prepared for the challenge. Originally a graphic designer, she submitted her application to join Victoria Police after attending her brother-in-law's graduation. So why MCIU? Bec loves being able to work in a specialist unit and use her expertise when called upon after a major collision. She values the importance of her role in supporting local police officers who attend the crash in the first instance. Her favourite part of her job is working with the families of those who have died, using her empathy and communication skills to support them – something her background as a detective in family violence has prepared her for. Bec’s road trip playlist of choice? A bit of Madonna, some pub rock classics or country. Curious to know more about MCIU? > https://lnkd.in/gC27qcT

Meet Sergeant Natalie. 👋 Nat is a Sergeant in general duties, and she is also a proud trans woman. From a young age, Nat knew there was a disconnect between how she felt and how she looked. Growing up in the ‘70s, there wasn’t the language to describe how she felt, and so she pushed the feelings down and carried on. In 2011, Nat joined Victoria Police at 43 years of age, after working as a project manager in IT and in need of a change. It was through counselling and support from the Victoria Police welfare unit and Pride Network – a community of Victoria Police employees who identify as LGBTIQA+ and their allies – that Nat was able to figure out who she was and confide in her family about how she was feeling. With the support of her family and colleagues, Nat openly came out as a trans woman in 2023, an experience that has been life changing for her. She is grateful for the support she’s received from her colleagues and friends, particularly those in the Victoria Police Trans and Gender Diverse Employee Network, where Nat is a member. Through her work as a peer support officer and LGBTIQA+ Liaison Officer (LLO), Nat has supported the LGBTIQA+ community, including other Victoria Police employees. ‘Part of my job is helping others navigate their way through stressful or difficult times that can occur either professionally or personally and sometimes both. In particular helping others come to terms with how they’re feeling and who they are, has been amazing and fulfilling and is the best part of my role.’ Victoria Police is proud to stand with Nat and celebrate the diversity of our members.

After 43 years of service, Sergeant Amanda Crowley is hanging up the reins. 🐎 Mandy graduated from the police Academy in 1983 and quickly joined the Mounted Branch, as a keen rider from the age of five. As the longest serving female member of the Mounted Branch, and the first in charge of rider and horse training, she’s seen many changes across her career. Notably, female members now make up the majority of the Mounted Branch and a whole troop of female riders can attend a job. Across her career, Mandy has mentored lots of officers and worked with around 15 horses and trained many more. She says picking her favourite horse is like picking her favourite child, but she can’t go past Randwick – the longest serving Victoria police horse who retired in 2021 (pictured in image 2). For Mandy, she’s grateful for being able to do what she loved for so long but is looking forward to a well-earned retirement with plenty of gardening on the cards. Thank you Mandy for your service and dedication.

Just finished Year 12? Maybe you’re already working but considering a career change? Could blue be your colour?? 😏👮♂️ If policing is on your mind (even a tiny bit), we’ve answered some of your top recruitment questions. Join our recruitment broadcast channel for insights from current officers and a closer look at the recruitment process > https://lnkd.in/gr6wjWWR