August 27th 2024.
Early in the morning, Carlton coach Michael Voss was going about his usual routine of grabbing a coffee from the Barton Milk Bar in Hawthorn, Melbourne. Little did he know, this morning would turn out to be anything but ordinary. As he and other locals were minding their own business, a loud crash suddenly interrupted the peaceful atmosphere. A stolen car had crashed just a few meters away from a school crossing, causing chaos and panic.
According to the police, the car had two offenders inside and they lost control of the vehicle, causing it to flip onto its side. Without wasting any time, the two criminals bolted out of the car and started running away. This is when Voss, along with James Laskie, the owner of the Barton Milk Bar, sprang into action. They both chased after the offenders, who were now on foot.
The chase was intense, with the two men jumping over fences and bins in an attempt to catch the criminals. Laskie described it as a hectic scene, but thanks to Voss's quick thinking and athletic abilities, they were able to catch one of the offenders and bring him to the ground. The police arrived soon after and discovered that the suspect was carrying a large knife.
Despite the danger that he had put himself in, Voss remained modest when speaking to 9News. He simply stated that it was a bit of action and that he was hoping for a couple of days off, but it was all good. He also added that he had spoken to the police and everyone involved was safe and healthy. Laskie praised Voss's bravery and fitness, jokingly mentioning that he wouldn't want to compete against him in a beep test.
The incident unfolded in front of a crowd of onlookers, including schoolchildren who were walking along the busy street. The crossing supervisor, Angela Ginas, was shocked by the recklessness of the offenders and expressed her concern for the safety of the children. Jackie Hobbs, another witness, described the terrifying moment when the car flew past and hit a tree. She and others rushed to make sure that everyone was okay, especially the children who were walking to school.
David Williams, who was driving his children to school at the time, also came across the chaotic scene. He saw the car on its side and noticed the police arresting a young boy. Williams was scared and shaken, as this was not something he expected to see while driving his children to school. He was relieved to hear that Voss had helped in apprehending the suspect and commended his bravery.
The police later revealed that they had arrested a 16-year-old boy from Mooroopna, but the second offender managed to escape. He was described as having a fair complexion, long blonde hair, and was wearing a black cap, black and white scarf, black hoodie, and black pants. The incident left many shaken and questioning why people would engage in such reckless and dangerous behavior. It serves as a reminder to always be alert and aware of our surroundings.
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