BREAKING NEWS Wanted man on the run in Perth after removing his ankle monitoring device: Do not approach
Anthony Boccamazzo, 40, removed the tracking device about 4.30pm on Sunday.
Members of the public have been told not to approach him.
Instead, they should call police immediately on 131 444.
More to come.
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