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Police Release Images After Miss Universe Australia Finalist Confronts Would-Be Carjackers in Coburg

Police issue a public appeal as suspects in a stolen Lexus remain at large.

Overview

  • The attempted carjacking unfolded around 12:20 p.m. on Dec. 2 outside a Coburg residence, where a 60-year-old man confronted a person seen in a parked Hyundai and was assaulted.
  • Elizabeth Kalash ran from her home office to defend her father as three suspects fled in a silver Lexus, drove over his foot, then briefly returned to collect items they had dropped.
  • Victoria Police released images and descriptions of three suspects believed to be two men and one woman, each estimated to be between 35 and 40 years old.
  • Investigators said the Lexus bearing registration “SAMWAN” was later confirmed stolen and was last seen heading east toward Gaffney Street.
  • The victim was hospitalized with a serious foot injury and later discharged, and police asked anyone with information or nearby CCTV to contact Crime Stoppers as the investigation continues.