Confusion over police directive regarding low-value crime investigations
Friday 23 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story File Management Centre
A nationwide police directive to staff suggests that allegations of shoplifting under $500, petrol drive-offs under $150, and online fraud under $1000 will no longer be investigated. Police have stated they will continue to investigate all crimes regardless of their value, despite the confusion caused by the memo.
