Is there a crime wave happening in Adelaide, and are stronger police powers working?

MMP News AuthorAugust 15, 2023
Reports of anti-social behaviour in Adelaide’s CBD including intoxication, large gatherings, street harassment, and shop theft has seen media headlines declaring a “crime wave” in the city.  But are the claims accurate? What has been reported so far?  Businesses and city-dwellers have been raising concerns about anti-social behaviour in Adelaide’s CBD in recent ... Read More

Police investigate stabbing of security guard at City Cross Arcade in Adelaide’s CBD

MMP News AuthorApril 22, 2023
Police are investigating a stabbing at a popular shopping centre in Adelaide’s CBD on Friday afternoon.  Key points: Police said a security guard was stabbed when he tried to stop four suspected thieves The man received non-life threatening injuries and was taken to the Royal Adelaide Hospital Government spokesman Tom Koutsantonis said the stabbing was “appalling” ... Read More

Man dies during arrest in Adelaide CBD

MMP News AuthorMay 27, 2022
South Australian Police say a man has died while being arrested in Adelaide’s city centre on Friday night, in what police are calling a death in custody. Key points: Police received calls about men fighting in the CBD The two men were arrested, with one becoming unresponsive Paramedics and police tried to resuscitate ... Read More