Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Mike Bush has confirmed that 56-year-old suspect Dezi Freeman remains at large and is considered “heavily armed.” Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as the manhunt continues.
Police teams have been deployed across key neighborhoods, with aerial surveillance and ground patrols intensifying in an effort to locate Freeman. Bush emphasized that the situation is being treated with the highest level of seriousness, assuring the public that law enforcement is working around the clock to ensure community safety.
Authorities have not disclosed the full details of the case but warned that Freeman poses a significant risk. Residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas and to follow instructions from law enforcement officers on the ground.
The police chief also called on citizens to remain calm but alert, stressing that public cooperation could prove crucial in capturing the suspect swiftly and without further incident.
