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Highway patrol officers Trevor Harty and Steven Sota are currently at the center of a deeply troubling case that has left many concerned about the alleged excessive force they employed during the apprehension of a deaf and autistic man in front of his own residence.
Peter Alamaras allegedly got out of his car with his hands raised and keys in one hand. But a Melbourne court has been told one officer hit him numerous times with a baton, and another allegedly sprayed capsicum in his face twice.
Tradies who were driving behind a bus when it "flipped" and landed on its side have told of the unfolding horror as they rescued children.
Truck driver and father-of-two Jamie Robert Gleeson, 49, was released on bail on Wednesday after being charged with four counts of dangerous driving causing serious injury.
Premier Daniel Andrews says an investigation will determine whether changes are needed to keep children safe.