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Australia
Guardian Australia
National & Local
Victoria police may be unequally targeting people of African appearance with warrantless search powers
An analysis reveals that Victoria police may be disproportionately targeting individuals perceived as African in their warrantless searches, failing to adequately collect data on ethnic appearance in a significant number of cases.
Feb 15 • 14:00 UTC
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UK
Guardian
Crime & Justice
Victoria police revokes powers to allow warrantless pat-downs across inner Melbourne
Victoria Police has rescinded its authority to conduct warrantless searches in Melbourne's inner city four months earlier than intended, effective from January 9, 2026.
Jan 9 • 02:50 UTC