Crime on the Peninsula

We would like to warn Shoreham residents and friends to be vigilant as there has been an increase in crime on the Mornington Peninsula and, sadly, Shoreham is not immune. According to crimestatistics.vic.gov.au, there has been 10.5% increase in crime on the Peninsula to March 2024.  

An unoccupied holiday house in Shoreham was broken into in mid August - identity and financial papers were taken and the property suffered significant damage. The attending detective noted that there had been an increase in activity in Shoreham and surrounds in the past month.

Farm sheds have also been the subject of theft - in one incident in Merricks, thieves broke windows to gain access to the shed and then stole battery operated tools with their batteries and chargers, chain saws, an angle grinder and brushcutter. The thieves conveniently also stole a wheelbarrow to take everything off the property.  

Hastings Police reports that the increase in aggravated burglaries with youth offenders sneaking into homes and stealing keys and then cars so commonly reported in the media is also affecting the local area.

What are the police doing?

As well as responding to crimes as reported, the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula Crime Reduction Teams are targeting the highest risk offenders in the community - many of whom are repeat burglars and car thieves.  This includes bail compliance checks, local patrols and referrals to support services.  

What can you do?

Hastings Police asks residents to lock doors - offenders when arrested tell police that they check multiple homes until they find one that is unlocked. Consider where you store your car keys and valuables - are they near  windows and visible to opportunistic thieves?

Owners of holiday homes are encouraged to ensure their properties are secure when unoccupied.

Keep an eye out for your neighbours and friends - the Shoreham Community is especially good at this. 

Here’s a link to the Victoria Police safety page which provides information about crime prevention.new event: Creating a bushland habitat in your garden