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Victoria police urge local residents to remain vigilant

Victoria police said last night that public safety in the Porepunkah area remained its major priority as they continue to search for Freeman. Authorities were urging those in the area to remain vigilant and stay indoors where possible as the search continues.

There has been extensive support received from our partner agencies and while for operational reasons we cannot go into all the specifics of the search, rest assured the police response is dedicated and substantial.

Police continue to advise people to remain vigilant and stay indoors where possible while the search for this suspect continues.