General News
5 March, 2025
Police target hoon drivers
Police are cracking down on hoon drivers, officers patrolling multiple areas around Horsham ready to hold motorists accountable for their actions.
Horsham Livestock Exchange has been a main target as hoons continue to leave black tyre markings behind.
Senior Sergeant Eddie Malpas said stock agents reported their concerns to the police and Horsham Rural City Council.
"The issue was formally recorded through our neighbourhood policing system and tasking put in place for regular patrols of the area, particularly during evening and night-time hours," Sen Sgt Malpas said.
Several other locations in Horsham are being patrolled based on reports made and issues identified and using the discretion, knowledge and experience of Horsham police.
Patrols will remain in place and are undertaken regularly by Horsham-based officers.
"There’s a lot of work that happens in the intelligence space that supports our road policing efforts in the background also," Snr Sgt Malpas said.
"The general-duties officers also work closely with the team from Horsham highway patrol."
Horsham police intercepted and impounded two vehicles for hoon behaviour at the same time on Saturday February 22.
Both drivers have been charged on summons for offences relating to intentionally losing traction and have lost their vehicles for 30 days, have to pay impoundment fees and will be attending court at a later date.
"People often feel they are bothering the police or what they are calling about may not be significant enough," Snr Sgt Malpas said.
"My attitude to that is that every piece of information is important and often the smallest piece can complete a larger puzzle.
"Hooning behaviour is of great concern to the local community and we continue to work towards keeping our roads safe."
Anyone who witnesses a safety issue or risk on the roads is urged to contact Horsham Police Station on 5382 9200 or the non-urgent Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
Urgent matters should be taken straight to Tripe Zero.
Should someone want to provide information or intelligence related to hoon behaviour, anonymous reports can be submitted to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.