Two arrested as part of police investigation into fugitive Dezi Freeman fatally shot on Monday – rnz.co.nz

Victoria police have arrested two people as part of an investigation into the movements of Dezi Freeman, a fugitive who was shot dead by law enforcement.

The arrests follow the conclusion of a seven-month manhunt for Freeman, who was identified as a sovereign citizen and a double murderer responsible for the killing of police officers. The investigation is currently focused on identifying and apprehending individuals who may have provided assistance to Freeman while he was evading capture.

The conclusion of the manhunt

Freeman was fatally shot by police on a Monday, bringing an end to the extensive search. Security experts analyzing the incident have stated that law enforcement officers would not have had the luxury of attempting to take Freeman alive, given the risks associated with his history and the nature of the pursuit.

The death of the fugitive has drawn mixed reactions from the public. In Porepunkah, local residents expressed their hopes and relief following the termination of the manhunt. Although, the case has also highlighted a divide in public sentiment, with reports indicating that the situation has polarised the population, as some individuals continue to express sympathy toward the double murderer.

Family and community response

The actions of the fugitive have caused significant distress within his own family. Dezi Freeman’s sister has publicly stated that she is “ashamed and angry” regarding the actions her brother took.

While the primary target of the manhunt is dead, the legal focus has shifted toward those who facilitated his movements. Police continue to investigate the network of support that allowed Freeman to remain at large for seven months.

The two individuals arrested in Victoria remain part of the ongoing police inquiry into the fugitive’s activities.