Unfortunately, it is apparent federal and state governments are too often responding to men’s violence after the fact.
- Lecturer in Criminology (police & policing). School of International Studies, Macquarie University
With Australian and New Zealand demand for cocaine as strong as it is, it’s hard to know how much $600 million will do to stop the flow of drugs.
Police relied on old-fashioned bushcraft, human persistence and the expert knowledge of Indigenous Elders.
A fugitive going off the grid is one of the greatest challenges police face, which may explain how Dezi Freeman eluded authorities for so long.
If police eventually have to downgrade the search for Dezi Freeman, how will the victims’ families react and what message will it send to the community?
A surrender plan aims to send a message to Dezi Freeman that he has options open to him to bring things to a peaceful end.
Crime stats show how Australia’s efforts to restrict weapon use has been largely successful. But more can be done.
If you’ve only ever seen crime scenes on TV shows, the reality will likely surprise you.
Several recent stabbings in Australia have left many people nervous. But what does the data say about knife crime here?
The alleged murders of Luke Davies and Jesse Baird have shone a spotlight on when, why are how police can access their firearms.
Police don’t have the resources to check vaccine certificates at public venues – and it could also erode public trust in the institution.
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