WHITTLESEA: Vehicle crime up 73%

Crime in Whittlesea has increased over the past 12 months, says Eildon MLA Cindy McLeish.
“Alarming new data from the Crime Statistics Agency confirms that law and order has spiralled out of control, with serious crimes rising to record levels under Jacinta Allan’s leadership,” Ms McLeish said.
Key Crime Statistics in Whittlesea are:
• Motor Vehicle Theft up 73 per cent
• Steal From a Motor Vehicle up 71per cent
• Steal From a Retail Store up 52 per cen t
• Residential Aggravated Burglary up 28 per cent
• Residential Non-Aggravated Burglary up 21 per cent
“Across Victoria, crime has increased by 16 per cent in the last year and 19 per cent since Jacinta Allan became Premier.
“Of most concern, is the increased rate of youth offending. Since Jacinta Allan became Premier, crimes committed by teens aged 17 and under, has increased by 16 per cent.
Ms McLeish said Labor has lost control of crime, leaving families, businesses, and communities vulnerable.
“Crime is out of control, and Jacinta Allan has no plan to stop it. Victorians should feel safe in their homes, their cars, and their businesses – but under Labor, crime is booming, and our communities are suffering.”