Mitchell Shire driving offences in focus

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The North Central Review is an independently owned newspaper publishing company based in Kilmore that is responsible for publishing two community newspapers each week, covering communities within the Mitchell Shire

Photo caption: A Brunswick man had his 1972 Ford Galaxie Las Vegas highway patrol vehicle impounded in Kilmore on January 15 after he was allegedly driving while his licence was cancelled and disqualified. ​

Police across the Mitchell Shire have tackled several driving offences this month and are seeking information on further incidents involving hooning.

A 23-year-old Broadford man was remanded in custody on January 12 for several driving offences including conduct endangering life. His vehicle, a red Holden utility vehicle, is subject to a forfeiture order application which will be decided upon by the court.

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On January 15, a Brunswick man, 27, had his vehicle impounded after he was allegedly found to be driving in Kilmore while his licence was cancelled and disqualified.

Police have also stated they are aware of illegal dirt bike activity on Taylors Lane in Wallan.

General duties police and highway patrol units will continue having a highly-visible presence to deter dangerous riding on the roads and in and around Taylors Lane.

Reckless behaviour that puts other road users at risk will not be tolerated, and anyone engaging in this behaviour can expect a swift response from police.

People with any information can contact Wallan Police on 5783 0400, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Wanted man: Robert McLaren ​

Robert McLaren photo

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate Robert McLaren.

The 41-year-old is wanted on warrant in relation to theft, breaching a court order and driving offences.

McLaren is Caucasian in appearance, with a tanned complexion, 182 centimetres tall, of medium build with short brown hair and blue eyes.

McLaren is known to frequent the Shepparton, Broadford, Epping, Bundoora, Heidelberg, and Macleod areas.

Anyone with other information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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