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Teen Faces Trial for Allegedly Running Over Nine Wombats

12/9/2025

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Tyson Michael Delbridge, a 19-year-old from Fish Creek, Victoria, faces trial for allegedly running down nine wombats on February 18.
Delbridge appeared in Wonthaggi Magistrates' Court.
Prosecutors claim he intentionally hit the wombats while driving with friends.
Evidence includes a logbook entry and a note found in his vehicle.
Wildlife officers executed a warrant at his home following local complaints.

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Story summary

Tyson Michael Delbridge, a 19-year-old from Fish Creek, Victoria, faces trial for allegedly running down nine wombats on February 18.
Delbridge appeared in Wonthaggi Magistrates' Court.
Prosecutors claim he intentionally hit the wombats while driving with friends.
Evidence includes a logbook entry and a note found in his vehicle.
Wildlife officers executed a warrant at his home following local complaints.