A SOMERVILLE man was one of five men arrested last month as part of a police operation targeting criminal behaviour in the construction industry.
On 24 August Taskforce “Hawk” investigators raided houses in Somerville, Chirnside Park, Westbury, Gisborne, and Powelltown. They arrested five people, including a 37-year-old Somerville man.
In a statement, Victoria Police said that “Operation Hawk was established in July 2024 to specifically target criminal behaviour linked to the construction industry and transitioned to Taskforce Hawk in June 2025. This was in response to a number of fresh allegations of serious and violent criminal behaviour.”
“Taskforce Hawk is focused on assessing new intelligence and evidence relating to allegations of criminal behaviour linked to the construction industry. It also continues to proactively target organised crime associated with the sector, including a focus on any individuals employed within the construction industry who have known links to outlaw motorcycle gangs,” Victoria Police said. “Police are also instigating approaches with relevant industry stakeholders to gather intelligence, as well as working closely with a range of law enforcement partners, regulators and government authorities.
“Anyone with information about these matters is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.”
