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25.01.2022 After an unprecedented 4 month high-visibility operation, the NSW/Victorian border has been declared open. Police would like to thank the community for its ongoing support.

25.01.2022 The NSW Police Force welcomed 192 new probationary constables at the NSW Police Academy today at a restricted attestation ceremony. The 130 men and 62 women of Class 343 will undertake 12 months of ‘on-the-job’ training and will also complete the Associate Degree in Policing Practice with Charles Sturt University before being confirmed to the rank of constable. Well done and good luck on your policing careers.

24.01.2022 Today we welcomed 192 probationary constables to the NSW Police Force. Congratulations and good luck with your policing careers!

24.01.2022 APPEAL FOR INFORMATION Lake Macquarie Police are seeking to identify the two men depicted in footage from a store in Glendale, NSW. Police believe the men can assist us with our enquiries regarding the use of a stolen credit card at a store there on Friday, 6/11/2020. The credit card was stolen from a car at Arcadia Vale a short time earlier. Anyone with information that may help identify either if the two men is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Police Report... E77439774 relates. Alternatively information can be provided confidentially via the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/. We ask you not to place prejudicial comments on our posts. The people depicted may or may not be directly involved in a criminal offence. We simply need to find out who they are to advance our enquiries.

24.01.2022 Detectives investigating an armed robbery at a licensed premise near Newcastle earlier this year have released CCTV images and are appealing for public informat...ion that may assist their inquiries. Just after 3am on Sunday 28 June 2020, two men both armed with firearms entered the storage area of a licensed premises on Hillsborough Road at Warners Bay and threatened a male staff member. The men allegedly forced the employee to the ground, stealing his phone and wallet, as well as cash from the premises, before leaving the area. The employee was not physically injured during the incident and officers from Lake Macquarie Police District were contacted. With assistance from the Dog Unit, an extensive search of the area was conducted; however, the men were not located. Initial inquiries were conducted by local police, before detectives from the State Crime Command’s Robbery and Serious Crime Squad took carriage of the investigation under Strike Force Milleara. As part of ongoing inquires, Strike Force Milleara detectives conducted a secondary canvass of the licensed premises and surrounding areas earlier this month. A section of North Creek was also searched with assistance of police divers from the Marine Area Command. As inquiries continue, police are appealing to the public for information and have released CCTV of two men who may be able to assist with ongoing inquiries. The men depicted in the CCTV footage are described as being about 170cm tall with a slim to medium build. Both men are depicted wearing black pants, black jumpers and black face coverings. One of the men is seen to be carrying a black and white sports bag. Robbery and Serious Crime Squad Commander, Detective Acting Superintendent Grant Taylor, said investigators are urging the community to look closely at the CCTV images to help officers identify the men. Police believe this premises was specifically targeted by those involved, as there appears to have been a level of planning and familiarity with the area and surrounding streets, Det A/Supt Taylor said. Investigators have made a number of inquiries to establish the movements of these individuals prior to the offence and immediately after and are calling on the community to assist. This offence is extremely serious and frightening, and we would urge anyone with information, or who may recognise the men in these images, to come forward, Det A/Supt Taylor said. Investigations under Strike Force Milleara are continuing. Anyone with information that may assist Strike Force Milleara investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

24.01.2022 Edmund Burke once said, the only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. Tragically, more than one woman a week is killed nationally in family and domestic violence. White Ribbon is Australia’s only national, male led Campaign to end men’s violence against women. Their aim is to actively engage in awareness raising and education, and programs with youth, schools, workplaces and across the broader community.... Join us and take the pledge - not violent, not silent. #WhiteRibbon

23.01.2022 No leads. No information from the public. No body. What happened to Colin Campbell? Hear more about a mystery that has police and family baffled on Episode 3 of the Official NSW Police Force Podcast. Listen at: ... https://www.police.nsw.gov.au//policing_in_the_com/podcast See more

23.01.2022 Learn how a breakthrough in DNA technology helped investigators uncover a mystery more than 40 years in the making. Listen to our new podcast, Lost At Sea, here: https://link.chtbl.com/drV2_bhw

22.01.2022 WARRANT OFFENDER Sharnee HARVEY WARRANT No: W 64237402 Newcastle City Police are seeking information from the public to locate Sharnee HARVEY who has one outs...tanding warrant. Police are seeking assistance from the community to locate her. She is known to frequent suburbs of Wallsend, Cooks Hill and Jesmond. If anyone has information on her whereabouts please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information can also be provided confidentially via the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/. Alternative Newcastle Police Station can be contacted on 4929 0999 or Waratah Police Station 4926 5599. We ask the community for information relating to her whereabouts only. Please refrain from comments that are prejudicial or offensive.

21.01.2022 Redhead Beach Party Cancelled. We wish to advise that an end of school party planned for Redhead Beach this weekend has been cancelled by the facebook host after she was reminded of her obligations and liabilities pursuant to the Health Minister's current COVID-19 Public Health Order. On the back of this message, can we take the opportunity to urge the public to continue to adhere to COVID-19 Public Health Orders, as school leavers prepare to undertake end of year celebra...tions. In line with these orders, no more than 20 people are permitted inside a residential home, short-stay rental property or holiday rental. While the limit for outdoor public gatherings (including public parks, reserves, gardens and spaces) remains at 30 persons. We are aware of several events and house parties being planned for this weekend (Friday 20 and Saturday 21 November 2020) which may exceed the 20 and 30 person rules respectively. Therefore we would like to remind all members of the public, including school leavers, that any person who attends a party or gathering in excess of these allocated numbers may be issued a Penalty Infringement Notice of $1,000 under the Public Health Order. The community needs to be aware that the risk of COVID-19 community transmission is still present in NSW. With interstate travel restrictions gradually easing, Lake Macquarie residents cannot become complacent when it comes to the risks of community transmission. While we may not have any active cases in our local community, there are still active clusters across NSW and interstate and we have to be aware that the virus can travel anywhere, any time. Anyone who attends a house party or large gathering in excess of the designated group numbers can be assured that police will attend and you may be issued with a $1,000 on the spot fine. This includes the person or persons who organised the event. Anyone who has information regarding individuals or businesses in contravention of a COVID-19-related ministerial direction is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.

20.01.2022 The warmer weather has finally arrived and that means plenty of people will be taking advantage of our beautiful outdoors. Whether you’re heading off the beaten track, or closer to home, download the updated Emergency + app. The app works across Australia, using GPS functionality built into smartphones to help a Triple Zero (000) caller provide critical location details required to mobilise emergency services. The updated app now includes ‘what3words’, a software enhancement allowing Triple Zero (000) callers to provide their exact location quickly and accurately with just three words describing the address to assist responding emergency services. Save the app that could save your life. Download at https://www.triplezero.gov.au/tripl/smartphone-applications

20.01.2022 Bill Moran’s jawbone washed up on Kingscliff Beach 32 years to the day after he disappeared in waters off northern NSW. A nine year investigation then follows, using new technology which will bring hope to the families of missing persons right around Australia. Stream Lost at Sea, NSW Police’s brand new podcast, here: https://link.chtbl.com/drV2_bhw

20.01.2022 APPEAL FOR INFORMATION Lake Macquarie Police are seeking to identify the man depicted in footage from a store at Morisset, NSW. Police believe the man can assist our enquiries regarding the theft of electrical appliances from the store on on Tuesday, 6/10/2020. Anyone with information that may help identify the man is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Police Report E77941882 relates. ... Alternatively information can be provided confidentially via the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/. We ask you not to place prejudicial comments on our posts. Anyone depicted may or may not be directly involved in a criminal offence. We simply need to find out who they are to advance our enquiries.

17.01.2022 FEEDBACK Police recently requested community assistance to identify a couple depicted in footage from a shopping centre at Glendale, NSW. Over 28,000 people viewed our post and many others shared it with friends. ... A number of people have contacted Crime Stoppers with information that has now been passed onto the officers investigating the matter. We appreciate the help of those who shared our information request. NOTE Four people were banned from our page following inappropriate comments about our post.

17.01.2022 For more than 30 years the family of Bill Moran had no real answers about how he died, or what happened to his body. But the discovery of a jawbone in 2011 and a breakthrough in technology changes everything. Stream Lost at Sea, NSW Police’s brand new podcast, here: https://link.chtbl.com/drV2_bhw

15.01.2022 Looking for a new podcast this weekend? Go behind the scenes of the investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Colin Campbell, who went missing from his home in 2015 and has not been seen since. A new episode streaming now. Via Apple: apple.co/3iRmwYX... Via Spotify: spoti.fi/3gXGkZN See more

15.01.2022 HELP TRIPLE ZERO (000) FIND YOU The Emergency + App re-launched. The #emergencyplus app is a free, life-saving tool to help people call the right number and be found easily in an emergency, anywhere in Australia.... With @what3words now a feature within the Emergency+ app , (as well as street address and GPS Coordinates) callers can now describe their exact location in an emergency, quickly and easily, with just three words. Every 3 metre square in the world has been given a what3words address so you can #HelpTripleZeroFindYou with a unique three-word combination. Download the free emergency app today! Available on the App Store: https://fal.cn/3binl Android App available on the Google Play Store: https://fal.cn/3binm

15.01.2022 Residents across New South Wales are urged to monitor weather reports and health advice as the state is expected to experience heatwave conditions in the coming days. The Bureau of Meteorology warns temperatures are generally expected to increase over the weekend. As the weather heats up, motorists are also reminded it’s not only an offence for children or pets to be left unattended in a vehicle, it can be deadly.... Everyone needs to take care in hot weather, but some people are at higher risk of heat illness, especially if they are older, live alone or are socially-isolated. Remember to; Stay well-hydrated Avoid alcohol and hot or sugary drinks Limit your physical activity Try to stay out of the sun during the hottest part of the day Wear light, loose-fitting clothing made from natural fibres like cotton Regularly check your forecasts from the Bureau of Meteorology on radio, TV, internet or App Get advice from your doctor about whether your medication and/or your medical conditions may affect what you should do if it gets extremely hot Make sure you know who you are going to call (who may need help, and who could provide help to you if needed); make a list of telephone numbers and make sure they are current. If you can, it's a good idea to spend some time in an air-conditioned building. For more information please refer to the Beat the Heat website: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/beattheheat Livestock and pet owners are also being urged to ensure adequate clean water is always available and that shading is provided where possible. Additionally, no animals should be left in confined, unventilated areas. Members of the public should also regularly visit the Rural Fire Service website at www.rfs.nsw.gov.au for updated bush fire warnings and information. For updated weather forecasts and warnings visit www.bom.gov.au.

15.01.2022 FEEDBACK Police recently requested community assistance to identify man depicted in footage from service station at Cessnock, NSW. Over 20,400 people viewed our post and many others shared it with friends. ... A number of people have contacted Crime Stoppers with information that has now been passed onto the officers investigating the matter. We appreciate the help of those who shared our information request.

14.01.2022 FEEDBACK Police recently requested community assistance to identify a man who had lost his wallet. Over 6000 people viewed our post and many others shared it with friends. ... The man has since attended Belmont Police Station and collected his wallet and contents. We appreciate the help of those who shared our information request.

14.01.2022 Just finished the HSC and looking for a career with challenge, excitement and plenty of options? We’re now recruiting. So if you want to start making a difference, contact Police Recruitment on 1800 222 122 or visit https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment

12.01.2022 Two police officers have been injured after a police vehicle was rammed at Lake Macquarie yesterday. About 5.00pm (Thursday 12 November 2020), plain clothes officers from Lake Macquarie Police District driving an unmarked police vehicle attempted to stop a Nissan Patrol 4WD on Lake Street, Windale. Once both vehicles stopped, the driver of the Nissan Patrol allegedly reversed and crashed into the front end of the police vehicle before driving away.... Officers followed the Nissan into nearby Belar Avenue, where the Nissan stopped in the middle of the roadway and again allegedly reversed into the front of the police vehicle, causing an extensive amount of damage, thus disabling the police vehicle. The Nissan Patrol then drove off. Both officers received minor injuries and were treated at the scene by Ambulance paramedics before being transported to John Hunter Hospital for treatment. They have both since been released from hospital. Detectives from the Lake Macquarie Police District commenced an investigation and later located a white Nissan Patrol at Belmont North. The vehicle has been seized for forensic examination. Police later conducted a search warrant on a unit in Belmont North and seized a number of items which will be subject of further investigation. Inquiries are continuing. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Lake Macquarie Police or Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.

12.01.2022 A man has been charged after a police officer was assaulted during an arrest in Lake Macquarie overnight. About 8pm (Monday 15 February 2021), a man entered the... backyard of a home on King Street, Hillsborough, where it’s alleged he damaged sporting equipment. The homeowners confronted him a short time later before he fled and ran through several nearby properties, continuing to damage homes. A second homeowner confronted the man on Percy Street when it’s alleged the man tackled him and punched him in the face several times. Officers from Lake Macquarie Police District attended a short time later and a female senior constable attempted to arrest the 20-year-old man. Police will allege the man punched the officer to the side of the head and pulled at her hair before he was arrested with assistance from other officers. The female officer sustained bruising and swelling to her face and was taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment, while the 20-year-old man was also taken to hospital under police guard for treatment to injuries sustained during the incident. The 20-year-old Charlestown man was released from hospital this morning (Tuesday 16 February 2021) and taken to Belmont Police Station. He was charged with nine offences including two counts of destroy or damage property, two counts of enter building/land with intent to commit indictable offence, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, assault police officer in execution of duty cause actual bodily harm, and three counts of resist or hinder police officer in the execution of duty. He was refused bail to appear at Belmont Local Court today (Tuesday 16 February 2021).

11.01.2022 Lost At Sea is our brand new podcast; a thrilling story which begins with the discovery of a jawbone belonging to a man who died more than 30 years earlier, and the ground-breaking investigation which follows. Listen to it here: https://link.chtbl.com/drV2_bhw

11.01.2022 There is never an excuse for violence towards others. #noexcuseforabuse NSW Police Force officers are continuing to protect and support the community 24/7. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence please call Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.... You can also call the Police Assistance Line (131 444) or attend your local police station to report domestic violence. If you would like to speak to a support service, contact 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or the Men’s Referral Service (1300 766 491).

10.01.2022 A man has been charged after allegedly stabbing another man in the Lake Macquarie region yesterday. About 1.45pm (Tuesday 6 October 2020), emergency services were called to a home on Earswick Crescent, Buttaba, following reports that a man had been seriously injured during a fight. Police were told that a 27-year-old man attended the address and allegedly punched a 47-year-old man multiple times before stabbing him in the armpit and leaving the scene.... Officers attached to Lake Macquarie Police District attended, along with NSW Ambulance paramedics, who treated the older man for his injuries. He was taken to John Hunter Hospital for surgery. A short time later, police arrested the 27-year-old on Wyee Road, Doyalson. He was taken to Toronto Police Station and charged with reckless wounding (DV) and assault occasioning actual bodily harm (DV). The Wyee man was refused bail to appear in Toronto Local Court today (Wednesday 7 October 2020). The two men are known to each other.

10.01.2022 Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES, for people in Hunter, Metropolitan, Central Tablelands and parts of Mid North Coast, Illawa...rra, Southern Tablelands, North West Slopes and Plains, Central West Slopes and Plains and South West Slopes Districts. SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS OCCURRING WITH POSSIBLE LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS Severe thunderstorms are likely to produce damaging winds and large hailstones in the warning area over the next several hours. Locations which may be affected include #Newcastle, #Gosford, #Sydney, #Wollongong, #Orange, #Bathurst, #Katoomba, #Dubbo and #Parkes. For more information on this warning, visit the Bureau of Meteorology: https://bit.ly/3lshqnw #NSWSES #stormseason2020 #storms

10.01.2022 APPEAL FOR INFORMATION - WANTED PERSON Lake Macquarie Police are seeking information to locate Jye Anthony SAULT who is wanted on a warrant (W64261648) issued by Belmont Local Court for Stealing and Fraud offences and a warrant (W64239603) issued by Toronto Local Court for domestic assault offences. If anyone has information on his whereabouts please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or details can also be provided confidentially via the Crime Stoppers online reportin...g page at https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/ SAULT is known to frequent the FASSIFERN, BLACKALLS PARK and FENNELL BAY areas.

09.01.2022 Why did Colin Campbell go missing? Colin David Campbell was last seen in Lane Cove on the 29th of May 2015. He hasn't been seen since and his family members are looking for answers. Find out more about Colin's mysterious disappearance in a new episode of the NSW Police Force Official Podcast.... Via Apple: apple.co/3iRmwYX Via Spotify: spoti.fi/3gXGkZN

09.01.2022 Passy Reyes. Mosese Cave. Colin Campbell. All these people have disappeared mysteriously. All have left families looking for answers. Listen to their heartbreaking stories on the Official NSW Police Force Podcast. Streaming now Via Apple: apple.co/3iRmwYX... Via Spotify: spoti.fi/3gXGkZN See more

09.01.2022 Detailed Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DAMAGING WINDS and LARGE HAILSTONES, for people in parts of Maitland/Cessnock and Greater Newcastle areas. The Bureau o...f Meteorology warns that, at 2:45 pm, severe thunderstorms were detected on the weather radar near Paxton, Bellbird and Sweetmans Creek (west of Cessnock). These thunderstorms are moving towards the southeast. They are forecast to affect Belmont, Cessnock, Swansea and Lake Macquarie by 3:15 pm and Charlestown, Cardiff, Boolaroo and Warners Bay by 3:45 pm. Damaging winds and large hailstones are likely.

09.01.2022 In 2015, Colin Campbell disappeared from his home and hasn’t been seen since. Someone has the answers that police need to help solve this case. Find out more by streaming the Official NSW Police Force Podcast Via Apple: apple.co/3iRmwYX Via Spotify: spoti.fi/3gXGkZN

08.01.2022 APPEAL FOR INFORMATION - WANTED PERSON Lake Macquarie Police are seeking information to locate Leigh GREEN who is wanted on warrants (W64227063) issued by Belmont Local Court for Disqualified Driving offences. If anyone has information on his whereabouts please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or details can also be provided confidentially via the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/... GREEN is known to frequent the NORTH LAMBTON, GWANDALAN and MARKS POINT areas.

08.01.2022 While the NSW/VIC border zone was extended on Thursday (1 October 2020), travel to these areas is only permitted for border region resident permit holders. NSW Police are reminding all other NSW residents that if you travel to Victoria including the border zone ‘border bubble’ you will be unable to return to NSW without a current entry permit or authorisation to enter under the Public Health Order.

04.01.2022 Love podcasts? The NSW Police Force Official Podcast series is available now. Someone has the answers that may help investigators. Could it be you? Via Apple: apple.co/3iRmwYX... Via Spotify: spoti.fi/3gXGkZN See more

03.01.2022 SCAM ALERT! We’ve had several reports of scammers calling people from what appear to be trusted NSW Police Force numbers and threatening the call recipients with fines or arrest. These scammers are using technology to make it appear that the calls originate from legitimate police phone numbers; a practice known as ID spoofing. The caller impersonates a NSW Police Force officer and states that the person receiving the call has an outstanding fine or warrant. The scammer demand...s a form of payment to prevent arrest or further court action. The NSW Police Force will never call a member of the public and demand payment over the phone in order to avoid going to court or being arrested. If you get an unexpected call from someone who states they're from the police, and starts asking for personal details or threatens you, please hang up. If you’re concerned, you can always verify by contacting your local police or the Police Assistance Line directly on 131 444. To find out more information about scams, or to find out other ways to protect yourself, visit www.scamwatch.gov.au. If you have been the victim of a scam, you can report it to local police or to the ACCC online at the ‘SCAMwatch report a scam’ page.

02.01.2022 APPEAL FOR INFORMATION - WANTED PERSON Lake Macquarie Police are seeking information to locate Shanelle FORBES who is wanted on warrants (W64231764) issued by Newcastle Local Court for multiple Stealing and Drug offences. If anyone has information on her whereabouts please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or details can also be provided confidentially via the Crime Stoppers online reporting page at https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/... FORBES is known to frequent the FORSTER, CHARLESTOWN and WINDALE areas.