A woman and her three children were killed in a deliberate act of domestic violence. Investigations later revealed prior reports of abuse, stalking, and threats were not fully acted upon by authorities, raising questions about police inaction and systemic failures.

A long-term prisoner has launched a legal challenge against a longstanding ban on Vegemite in Victorian correctional facilities, claiming the restriction breaches his cultural rights and wellbeing, sparking debate over prison policies and prisoners’ rights.

Two brothers were murdered during a trip overseas, with the accused facing extremely long prison sentences. The case involves allegations of violent robbery, cartel connections, and multiple accomplices, highlighting the dangers faced by Australians traveling abroad.

A former lawyer was sentenced for causing a fatal hit-and-run while intoxicated, leaving the pedestrian dead and fleeing the scene. The case underscores the consequences of reckless driving and drink-driving offences.

Police shot and killed a man after he stabbed one person and threatened another. Investigations are ongoing, with oversight from multiple agencies, including the Crime and Corruption Commission.

A coroner found police used unreasonable force in a fatal shooting following a pursuit. The incident exposed issues with proactive policing, use of body-worn cameras, and procedural failures.

A teenager was sentenced for a brutal attack on a 14-year-old, involving a stolen vehicle, machetes, and multiple wounds. The case highlights the severity of youth-perpetrated violent crime.

An elderly man was found murdered, with mutilation and images carved into his body. The trial focuses on alleged confessions and DNA evidence linking the accused to the crime.

A boy disappeared in the 1970s, with evidence pointing to a nearby mine shaft. Family-led searches continue, frustrated by lack of government funding, highlighting challenges in resolving decades-old cold cases.

Three people ambushed police during a missing persons call, killing officers. Coronial findings revealed the perpetrators suffered from severe delusional disorder, and recommendations aim to improve law enforcement responses to such threats.

A young child was taken from an unlocked, running car and later found unharmed in a box. Police arrested the perpetrator, who faces multiple charges, highlighting risks to children in seemingly everyday situations.