CRIME

A Million Dollar Hunt: The Search for a Wanted Man in Australia

Victoria, AustraliaSat Sep 06 2025

In the vast, rugged mountains of Victoria, Australia, a massive manhunt is underway.

The Fugitive

  • Name: Dezi Freeman
  • Age: 56
  • Crime: Accused of shooting and killing two police officers, injuring another
  • Location: Rural property in Victoria
  • Date of Incident: August 26th

The Search Effort

  • Police Involved: Over 450 officers
  • Duration: 11 days and counting
  • Search Area: Remote, wintry high country near Porepunkah (~300 km northeast of Melbourne)

The Reward

  • Amount: A$1 million (largest ever offered in Victoria)
  • Purpose: For any information leading to Freeman's capture

Freeman's Profile

  • Skills: Expert bushcraft
  • Access: Multiple powerful firearms
  • Beliefs: Allegedly a "sovereign citizen" (rejects government authority)

Possible Scenarios

  • Alone
  • With help
  • Dead due to self-harm

Tribute to the Fallen Officers

  • Names: Detective Leading Senior Constable Neal Thompson, Senior Constable Vadim De Waart
  • Acknowledgment: Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan paid tribute to their service

Current Status

  • Search Ongoing
  • Authorities Urging: Anyone with information to come forward

questions

    What strategies are being employed to ensure the manhunt is conducted ethically and without violating Freeman's rights?
    Will the police offer a discount if Freeman turns himself in before the reward expires?
    Is the A$1 million reward enough to tempt Freeman out of the bush, or is he holding out for a better deal?

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