UPDATE: The search for alleged police killer Dezi Freeman enters its 13th day as authorities intensify efforts in Victoria’s High Country. Freeman is accused of fatally shooting two police officers and injuring a third at his property near Porepunkah, located approximately 210 kilometres northeast of Melbourne, on August 26.
Police patrols have ramped up in the alpine town, which has become the epicenter of this urgent manhunt. On Sunday afternoon, four unmarked police vehicles were spotted entering the Porepunkah Airfield, where officers inspected large storage sheds. The local airfield, essential for recreational flights, has been closed since August 28, with airspace restricted for a four-nautical-mile radius around Porepunkah. A warning banner on the airfield’s website urges visitors to stay updated with all notices and advisories.
As part of the ongoing operation, officers from the Viper Taskforce were seen engaging with local businesses in nearby Myrtleford on Sunday morning. Investigators are searching properties in the wider Porepunkah area, but Victoria Police have withheld further details on operational activities.
A police spokesperson confirmed, “Investigators are continuing their search for Freeman. Victoria Police will not be commenting on today’s operational activity.”
Local residents remain on edge, as the search continues to disrupt daily life. Authorities are urging vigilance and have emphasized that any information related to Freeman’s whereabouts should be reported immediately.
The community is holding its breath as police continue their determined search. The latest developments highlight the ongoing risks and the urgency of the situation. What happens next in this high-stakes operation remains to be seen, but the pressure is mounting for law enforcement to resolve this crisis swiftly.
Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds.
