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Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Yahoo
Aussie woman's $600 fine after breaking road rules at tourist hotspot
A car passenger in the country's southeast has been fined $600 after taking part in a dangerous stunt inspired by an iconic scene from the blockbuster film Titanic. The incident occurred on Mount Buller Road in Merrijig, Victoria, a popular tourist route in the state's alpine region, and has prompted police to urge motorists to use common sense and prioritise safety. Highway patrol officers were conducting routine speed checks in the area when they spotted a Jeep allegedly travelling at 100km/h with a woman standing upright through the vehicle's open sunroof. According to police, the woman had her arms spread wide in a dramatic pose that appeared to mimic the famous "I'm flying" moment from the Titanic film — a move that might look cinematic on screen but is incredibly reckless in real life, they warned. "Her arms were spread wide in the air as the Jeep was travelling," Victoria Police said. Police said "although the Titanic references immediately came to mind", they "couldn't hear a cry of 'I'm the King of The World' and instead believed the passenger likely had some other words" when she realised she had performed the stunt while passing a fully marked police car. "Near, far, wherever you are… police are out and about on the roads," police said. Officers quickly intercepted the vehicle and pulled it over. Both the passenger and the driver were issued fines totalling nearly $1,200. The woman, who was not restrained and was exposed while the vehicle was in motion, received a fine of nearly $600. The driver, who allowed the dangerous behaviour to take place, was also fined close to $600 and incurred three demerit points on their licence. "Officers were quick to draw up some fines like one of those French girls," police said, warning that such behaviour posed a serious risk not only to the individuals involved but also to other motorists. 📸 New cameras officially target drivers from today 🚘 Millions warned as change speed cameras becomes official 🛞 Urgent warning over deadly trend on Aussie roads Authorities are continuing to crack down on risky driving behaviour amid a concerning rise in road trauma across the state. This incident serves as a stark reminder that the road is no place for theatrics — and that the consequences of such stunts are far from entertaining. "Everyone knows how things ended for Jack Dawson, and all jokes aside, this had the potential to end just as badly," police added. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
7NEWS
23-06-2025
- 7NEWS
Passenger, driver cop ‘titanic' fines over car stunt at Merrijig
It's like a scene from a Hollywood movie but it has cost one passenger more than $1000 in fines. The female passenger was spotted with her upper body outside a Jeep's sunroof — her arms spread wide as if enacting a famous scene from Titanic — as the vehicle drove at 100km/h in Victoria's high-country. But rather than yelling 'I'm the king of the world', police believe the woman likely uttered some other words when she realised she had done this past a fully marked patrol car conducting speed detection checks along Mount Buller Rd in Merrijig. 'Near, far, wherever you are … police are out and about on the roads, Victoria Police said. The car was pulled over and the passenger fined almost $600, while the driver also copped $600 worth of fines and three demerit points for allowing the stunt to happen. Police continued the Titanic references in warning the stunt was a dangerous one, especially at such a speed. 'Everyone knows how things ended for Jack Dawson and, all jokes aside, this had potential to end just as badly.' Victoria Police said. 'Police remind those coming to enjoy the snow at Mount Buller to please be careful on our roads and not engage in unnecessary risks.'
Sunday World
14-06-2025
- Sunday World
Two men attacked gardai so pal could flee from stolen car arrest
The judge continued that this had been an attack on Gardaí to facilitate another man's escape from lawful custody. The case was heard in Dundalk Circuit Court. Two men who attacked Gardaí to facilitate another person's escape from custody have been sentenced. Jack Dawson (22), Rowan Heights, Marleys Lane, Drogheda, and Johnny Kelly (23), St Finian's Park, Drogheda, appeared before Dundalk Circuit Court having pleaded guilty. Evidence was heard previously that on December 31, 2021, Gardaí were after a stolen car driven by another man. When they attempted to apprehend this person they were surrounded by a group of youths. Jack Dawson punched and kicked an officer and shouted in his face, while Johnny Kelly got between a guard and the car driver and told the driver to run. He ripped the Garda's stab vest. Mr Dawson had 13 previous convictions, including four for assaulting Gardaí. He was described as 'a public order menace with a bad attitude to Gardaí'. The case was heard in Dundalk Circuit Court. Today's News in 90 Seconds - June 14 2025 The court had been told that he had changed and was working full-time as a scaffolder. He had been assessed at moderate risk of offending. He was drug-free and there has been a positive change in his attitude to Gardaí. The judge continued that this had been an attack on Gardaí to facilitate another man's escape from lawful custody. The guards were protecting the people of Drogheda from this car. Mr Dawson received 240 hours community service in lieu of three years imprisonment on a charge of violent disorder. For assaulting a peace officer in the execution of his duty a three-year sentence was imposed, suspended in its entirety with conditions. Mr Kelly was also before the court for sentencing on a separate incident of violent disorder which occurred at Wellington Quay on January 30, 2022 when three friends on their way home after a night out were set upon by another group of people in an unprovoked manner. He struck a male in the back of a head with a fish slice. The defendant had no previous convictions at the time. He now had five, four for Road Traffic matters, and none for offences of violence. The Probation Service had assessed him at moderate risk of reoffending. He lived at home and was long-term unemployed. Judge Hayes said he would deal with both incidents globally in respect of Mr Kelly. A sentence of four-and-a-half years was imposed, conditionally suspended for four-and-a-half years, on the same charges as Jack Dawson. For violent disorder at Wellington Quay, Johnny Kelly was ordered to complete 240 hours community service in lieu of four-and-a-half years imprisonment. Funded by the Courts Reporting Scheme
Irish Independent
14-06-2025
- Irish Independent
Louth men attacked Gardaí to facilitate driver's escape
Jack Dawson (22), Rowan Heights, Marleys Lane, Drogheda, and Johnny Kelly (23), St Finian's Park, Drogheda, appeared before Dundalk Circuit Court having pleaded guilty. Evidence was heard previously that on December 31, 2021, Gardaí were after a stolen car driven by another man. When they attempted to apprehend this person they were surrounded by a group of youths. Jack Dawson punched and kicked an officer and shouted in his face, while Johnny Kelly got between a guard and the car driver and told the driver to run. He ripped the Garda's stab vest. Mr Dawson had 13 previous convictions, including four for assaulting Gardaí. He was described as 'a public order menace with a bad attitude to Gardaí'. The court had been told that he had changed and was working full-time as a scaffolder. He had been assessed at moderate risk of offending. He was drug-free and there has been a positive change in his attitude to Gardaí. The judge continued that this had been an attack on Gardaí to facilitate another man's escape from lawful custody. The guards were protecting the people of Drogheda from this car. Mr Dawson received 240 hours community service in lieu of three years imprisonment on a charge of violent disorder. For assaulting a peace officer in the execution of his duty a three-year sentence was imposed, suspended in its entirety with conditions. ADVERTISEMENT Mr Kelly was also before the court for sentencing on a separate incident of violent disorder which occurred at Wellington Quay on January 30, 2022 when three friends on their way home after a night out were set upon by another group of people in an unprovoked manner. He struck a male in the back of a head with a fish slice. The defendant had no previous convictions at the time. He now had five, four for Road Traffic matters, and none for offences of violence. The Probation Service had assessed him at moderate risk of reoffending. He lived at home and was long-term unemployed. Judge Hayes said he would deal with both incidents globally in respect of Mr Kelly. A sentence of four-and-a-half years was imposed, conditionally suspended for four-and-a-half years, on the same charges as Jack Dawson. For violent disorder at Wellington Quay, Johnny Kelly was ordered to complete 240 hours community service in lieu of four-and-a-half years imprisonment. Funded by the Courts Reporting Scheme
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Yahoo
Co Antrim man taking on Belfast Marathon with 16kg on his back for important reason
A man from Co Antrim is taking on Belfast City Marathon with an extra 16kg on his back for an important cause. Jack Dawson, from Carrickfergus, is undertaking the physically demanding feat to raise awareness of the shocking prevalence of domestic abuse in Northern Ireland. The added weight is symbolic: on average, the PSNI responds to a domestic abuse call every 16 minutes. He is also using his marathon challenge to raise funds for Women's Aid, an organisation supporting women, childen, and young people affected by domestic abuse across Northern Ireland. Read more: NI women reveal sexist behaviour or harassment as children Read more: Taxi driver sex assault victim would 'have been safer walking home alone' Ahead of taking on the challenge next weekend, Jack said: "I'm expecting to complete the marathon in around seven hours, walking it with the 16kg weight. In that time alone, the PSNI will receive, on average, 28 domestic abuse calls. That's 28 people reaching out for help while I'm doing this challenge. "I think it's so important that awareness is brought to this issue — and that we work to bring about real change. We all know the awful statistics surrounding domestic abuse, especially towards women and children, but we can't let it be something that's talked about for a moment and then drops off the radar until another incident occurs. "I really hope this challenge not only sparks an important conversation, but also raises funds to support the work of Women's Aid to help end domestic abuse in our society. I've had my own experiences and have built a wonderful working and personal relationship with Women's Aid over the last five years — through my play Holding Ground, the Social Action Youth Project, and their Responsible Reporting initiative.' In 2023/24 alone, Women's Aid services across Northern Ireland supported over 7,600 women in the community who had been affected by domestic abuse. Additionally, more than 500 women and 291 children accessed emergency refuge accommodation across the province. You can support Jack's 16kg Marathon Challenge by clicking here. For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here and sign up to our daily newsletter here.
