Police seek public assistance to locate Ismail Gaga, wanted for motor vehicle theft and criminal damage.
Victoria Police are appealing for public assistance to locate Ismail Gaga, who is wanted on an outstanding warrant in relation to theft of a motor vehicle and criminal damage offences.
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Gaga, 38, is described as approximately 180 cm tall, with olive skin, brown eyes, and black hair. He is known to frequent the Hoppers Crossing, Werribee, Laverton, and Bonnie Brook areas.
Under Victorian law, theft of a motor vehicle falls under Section 74 of the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic), which outlines that a person who dishonestly appropriates a motor vehicle belonging to another, with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of it, commits an offence. If convicted, penalties can include significant fines or imprisonment.
Similarly, criminal damage is an offence under Section 197 of the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic), which makes it unlawful to intentionally destroy or damage property belonging to another. If the damage is reckless or intentional, the offender may face imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offence.
Police are urging anyone who knows where he may be hiding in the dark to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
