Western Australia Police have initiated an urgent search operation after a monitored offender deliberately removed his electronic tracking device in Perth's northern suburbs.
The 30-year-old man, whose identity remains undisclosed by authorities, was last known to be in the Girrawheen area before cutting off his monitoring equipment. Police consider the individual potentially dangerous and are urging members of the public to exercise extreme caution.
Community Alert Issued
WA Police have issued a stern warning to residents across Perth, particularly those in the northern metropolitan area. The community is advised not to approach the man under any circumstances and to immediately contact authorities if spotted.
'This individual has shown a clear disregard for court-ordered monitoring conditions,' a police spokesperson stated. 'We are treating this situation with the utmost seriousness and deploying all available resources to locate him.'
Electronic Monitoring Failure
The incident raises questions about the effectiveness of electronic monitoring systems used by correctional services across Australia. These devices are typically employed to track offenders released on bail or serving community-based sentences.
Police have confirmed that an immediate alert was triggered when the tampering occurred, prompting the rapid response now underway. However, the exact timeframe between device removal and police mobilization remains unclear.
Ongoing Investigation
Investigators are currently reviewing CCTV footage from the Girrawheen area and conducting door-to-door inquiries. Police are also appealing to local businesses and residents to report any suspicious activity or sightings of the individual.
The man is described as having a solid build and was last seen wearing dark-coloured clothing. Additional identifying features have been withheld to maintain investigative integrity.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers immediately or call triple zero for sightings in progress.
