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Police intercept package allegedly containing millions of dollars worth of cocaine on arrival in Adelaide

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Police intercept package allegedly containing millions of dollars worth of cocaine on arrival in Adelaide

A man has been charged with serious drug offences after police intercepted a package allegedly containing millions of dollars worth of cocaine in Adelaide. SA Police announced on Thursday that officers from the Australian Border Force and the state’s serious and organised crime branch (SOCB) intercepted the package — which they said contained five kilograms of cocaine — when it arrived in Adelaide … Read more

Adelaide stabbing: Man charged with murder over Christmas Day death of 71-year-old at The Braes Retirement Village in Reynella East

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Adelaide stabbing: Man charged with murder over Christmas Day death of 71-year-old at The Braes Retirement Village in Reynella East

A 71-year-old man who was stabbed to death at a retirement village in Adelaide’s south has been remembered as a keen snooker player who would do anything to help those in need. Neighbours say Robert Eldridge, who was found dead in his Braes Cl retirement village home in Reynella East on Sunday, was a loving … Read more

Andrews Farm stabbing: Man, 55, fighting for life after allegedly being stabbed by 16-year-old girl in Adelaide

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Andrews Farm stabbing: Man, 55, fighting for life after allegedly being stabbed by 16-year-old girl in Adelaide

A 16-year-old girl has been charged over a stabbing that left a man fighting for life in Adelaide’s north. South Australian police said they responded to a report of domestic assault at an Andrews Farm home on Petherton Rd at about 2.50am on Monday. They found the 55-year-old with stab wounds, and he was rushed … Read more

Multiple murder plots over $300,000 drug debt ‘frustrated’ by SA Police, court hears

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Multiple murder plots over $300,000 drug debt ‘frustrated’ by SA Police, court hears

A senior bikie felt his position was “under threat” over his handling of a $300,000 drug bill, so he conspired to kill the debtor – but all three attempts were “frustrated” by police, a court has heard. Key points: Three murder attempts over a $300,000 drug debt were “frustrated” by police, a court has heard … Read more

Nine teens arrested after police raid Franklin Street hotel room in Adelaide’s CBD

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Nine teens arrested after police raid Franklin Street hotel room in Adelaide’s CBD

Nine teenagers have been arrested after police raided an Adelaide hotel room overnight, allegedly finding drugs and weapons. Key points: Police raided a hotel room in Adelaide’s CBD in the early hours of this morning Officers allegedly found methamphetamine and knives Nine teenagers were arrested and charged with various offences SA Police, including Operation Meld detectives, Crime … Read more

Swimmers evacuate as three-metre shark spotted at popular SA swimming beach

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Swimmers evacuate as three-metre shark spotted at popular SA swimming beach

A massive shark has been spotted just metres from the jetty at a popular South Australian swimming beach. Beachgoers have been warned to evacuate the water. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Three-metre shark spotted at Brighton Beach. Watch the latest news and stream for free on 7plus >> The three-metre shark was spotted at Brighton Beach … Read more

Drug abuser Ryan O’Grady jailed for kidnapping and stabbing mother-in-law in Adelaide

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Drug abuser Ryan O’Grady jailed for kidnapping and stabbing mother-in-law in Adelaide

A man who kidnapped and stabbed his mother-in-law while high on drugs in Adelaide has been given an eight-year prison sentence. Key points: Ryan O’Grady believed his mother-in-law was responsible for his daughter being taken away He pushed her into his car and stabbed her in the abdomen He has been sentenced to up to … Read more

‘Beautiful, inspirational’ moment captured as police dance at community sporting event

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‘Beautiful, inspirational’ moment captured as police dance at community sporting event

A video of police officers dancing at an African sporting event in Adelaide is being praised by community members as “beautiful” and “inspirational”. Key points: The video shows two officers joining community members in a dance The episode has been championed by SA’s African Communities Council, which described it as “beautiful” and “inspiring” One of the officers involved said it … Read more

Police charge Elizabeth Grove man after man stabbed at Parkside

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Police charge Elizabeth Grove man after man stabbed at Parkside

A man has been seriously injured after a stabbing at Parkside, south of the CBD, this morning.  Key points: A 20-year-old Parkside man remains in a serious condition A 26-year-old Elizabeth Grove man has been charged  Police say it is not a random incident and those involved appear to know each other Police and paramedics … Read more

Man rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after stabbing at Parkside

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Man rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries after stabbing at Parkside

A man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after a stabbing at Parkside, south of the CBD, this morning.  Key points: A 20-year-old man has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries  A teenage girl has also been injured  Police say it is not a random incident and those involved appear to know … Read more