‘Someone has been following me’: safety fears after bullet inscribed with ‘RAT’ left on Victorian minister’s car
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The incident highlights a personal threat to a sitting Victorian minister, raising concerns about the safety of elected officials and their families.
Paul Edbrooke says he fears for family’s safety amid heightened concerns for MPs after alleged attack on Helen Haines Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Victoria’s emergency services minister believes he is being followed and fears for his family’s safety after a bullet, etched with the word “RAT” and his former firefighter number, was left on his car. The Herald Sun first reported on Monday that Paul Edbrooke had returned to his car after a community event in his Franks
Victoria's emergency services minister oversees police, fire and ambulance services, and threats against MPs are taken seriously as they can impact democratic governance.
- •Police investigation into the bullet and any suspects
- •Potential security upgrades for the minister and other MPs
- •Official statements or parliamentary debate on MP safety measures