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Riverina Police District

Locality: Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 6922 2599

Address: 217-219 Tarcutta Sreet 2650 Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 A man has been charged following an investigation into a ram raid in Wagga Wagga last month. In the early hours of Monday 16 November 2020, a grey Holden Commodore sedan was allegedly stolen from a home in Downside, north west of Wagga Wagga. About 4.45am the same day, the stolen Holden rammed the front of a service station on Tobruk Street, Ashmont, before a number of people allegedly ran inside the business and stole cash and cigarettes.... Officers from Riverina Police District established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding both robberies. About 5.30am, the vehicle was located well alight on McNickle Road, Wagga Wagga. The vehicle was completely destroyed by fire. Following extensive inquiries, a 19-year-old man was arrested at a licensed venue in Ashmont about 1.30pm yesterday (Sunday 13 December 2020). He was taken to Wagga Wagga Police Station and charged with two counts of be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner, and aggravated break and enter dwelling in company. The Ashmont man was refused bail to appear in Wagga Wagga Local Court today (Monday 14 December 2020). Inquiries are continuing.

25.01.2022 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

25.01.2022 Have you seen this girl?

24.01.2022 National Road Safety Week in the Riverina.

24.01.2022 Police are appealing for public assistance after three teenagers were robbed in Wagga Wagga yesterday. About 7.45pm (Friday 6 November 2020), three teenage boys, aged 16, were walking through a vacant lot between Dennis Crescent and Bruce Street, Tolland, when they were approached by a group of people, including four males and a female. The female threatened the teens with a knife and the males punched them and stole a hat, sunglasses, mobile phone and earphones before fleein...g towards Dennis Crescent. Officers attached to Riverina Police District attended shortly after and commenced an investigation. Two of the teens were conveyed to Wagga Wagga Base Hospital for treatment to facial injuries. As inquiries continue, police are hoping to speak with the five people involved in the incident, as well as anyone who may have witnessed or heard anything in the area All five people are described as being of Aboriginal/ Torres Strait Islander appearance, aged between 16 and 18 years old. The female is described as short, with a thin build, with dyed black blonde hair, tied in a bun. She was last seen wearing a pink jumper. One male is described as short, with a sold build and was wearing a black bandana over his face, black sunglasses and cap. The second male is described as tall, with a thin build, short black hair and was wearing a white shirt and shorts The third male is described as being of medium build, with short black hair and was wearing a black, patterned face mask. The fourth male is described as having short black hair. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Riverina Police District on (02) 6922 2599 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Anyone with information about this incident 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 If you want to make a difference in 2021, consider a career as a NSW Police Force officer. Find out how you can join here: https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/home

24.01.2022 HELP TRIPLE ZERO (000) FIND YOU Being able to give your precise location in an emergency can save vital time and lives. Make sure you are prepared this summer by downloading the free #emergencyplus app with @what3words built in (as well as street address and GPS Coordinates) so you can #HelpTripleZeroFindYou.... Available on the App Store: https://fal.cn/3binl Android App available on the Google Play Store: https://fal.cn/3binm

23.01.2022 Police are appealing for information after reports of a child approach in the Riverina region today. About 10.30am (Monday 2 November 2020), a 15-year-old girl was walking along Madang Street, Ashmont, when a male driving a grey 4WD stopped to speak to her. Police have been told the man followed her for a short distance before she turned onto Lae Avenue and lost sight of him and his car.... The incident was reported to officers from Riverina Police District who commenced an investigation. As inquiries continue, police would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist. He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged between 30 and 40, of solid build, with a red beard. At the time, he was wearing a dark coloured hat and collared shirt. Police are appealing to anyone who might have been in the Ashmont area today and either saw the car or has dash-cam footage, to come forward. Anyone with information about this incident 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 crime via NSW Police social media pages.

23.01.2022 Hot, dry and windy weather is increasing the fire risk in some parts of NSW tomorrow, particularly in the Riverina region. A Total Fire Ban will be in force on ...Wednesday 13 January for the Southern Riverina, with a Very High fire danger. Now is the time to review your bush fire survival plan and know what you will do if threatened by fire, especially if you are travelling or on holiday in an area you're not familiar with. Please report all new unattended fires to Triple Zero (000). www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/fdr See more

22.01.2022 SEEKING ASSISTANCE Wagga Wagga Police have recovered a Kawasaki trail bike which has been sprayed painted black, and is suspected of being stolen Police are wanting to locate its rightful owner. If you have had, or know someone who has recently had the attached property stolen, please contact Wagga Wagga Police Station on 6922 2599 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

22.01.2022 Temora Police seeking community assistance into Fire and Graffiti investigations. These are the released images of two people who may be able to assist with current Police investigations. Incidents ... do relate to a hay shed fire in the railway yard, near Victoria Street level Crossing and Graffiti incident at the Temora Recreation Centre between 30/12/2020 and 31/12/2020. Anyone with any information that may be able to assist, are urged to contact Temora Police Station 02 69 772044 and or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

22.01.2022 Hey Kids, how would you like to have your artwork as our page background over Christmas? If you are between the age of 3 and 12 years of age, enter our competit...ion. Draw or paint a rural picture that has Santa Claus, a police officer and the letters RCPT. Send your picture to us by clicking on the 'message' button on this page. Our competition ends on Tuesday 22 December 2020. The winner’s picture will be displayed on our Facebook page from 24 December 2020 to 4 January 2021. We can’t wait to see all your pictures. Remember to make sure your picture has Santa Claus, a police officer and the letters RCPT.

21.01.2022 If you're planning an adventure these holidays, download this app before you go. 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

21.01.2022 A woman has been arrested after a pedestrian was struck in Wagga Wagga at the weekend. About 2am on Saturday 31 October 2020, emergency services were called to Fernleigh Road, Ashmont, following reports a 20-year-old woman had been struck by two vehicles while walking down the street. Police were told the woman was initially struck by a Nissan Patrol, causing her to fall to the ground.... The 19-year-old male driver and his passenger stopped to render assistance, before a second vehicle struck the woman and failed to stop. The woman suffered serious head and pelvic injuries and was taken to Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, before being airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital, where she remains in a serious condition. Officers from Riverina Police District established a crime scene, which was examined by specialist police from the Crash Investigation Unit. The Nissan Patrol was seized for further examination and the driver was taken to hospital for mandatory testing. Following extensive inquiries and a public appeal for witnesses, a 19-year-old woman was arrested at a home in Glenfield Park about 5.30pm the same day. A black Honda City sedan was seized and will undergo forensic examination. The woman was released pending further inquiries. Investigations are continuing. Anyone with information about this incident 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.

20.01.2022 NSW HEALTH WARNING - PURPLE HEROIN IN METROPOLITAN AND REGIONAL NSW.

20.01.2022 Constable Charlie School visits Part 2 Constable Charlie continued his visits to Primary Schools in the Riverina Police District to promote the ‘Keeping me Safe Program’ and showing off some crazy dance moves. He even got out there and travelled the country roads visiting towns including Ganmain, Coolamon and Junee Constable Charlie even got a photo with one of Junee’s favorite sons Ray ‘Rabbits’ Warren’ Schools he visited this week were: Mount Austin Public School..., Turvey park Public School, North Wagga Public School, St Brendan’s Primary School Ganmain, St Michael’s Primary School Coolamon, Coolamon Central School, Junee North Public School, St Joseph’s Primary School Junee and St Joseph’s Primary School Wagga Wagga. Constable Charlie would like to thank all the Schools he attended for allowing him to meet the students. He wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. Constable Charlie plans on revisiting the Riverina Police District next year

20.01.2022 Last weekend officers from the Riverina Police District Rural Crime Prevention Team partnered with local police and National Parks and Wildlife Rangers in Khanc...oban to conduct rural policing patrols. These patrols aimed to bolster the policing response to rural and remote NSW, with a broad policing scope. Police took the opportunity to speak with local land owners and conducted a public engagement activity at a local café on the Saturday. As a result of the patrols, one charge was laid for firearms offences, two infringements were given for offensive behaviour, eight safe storage inspections were undertaken, and two cars and one person were searched. Police also inspected critical infrastructure, local licensed premises, travelling stock and rural properties. Detective Sergeant Damian Nott from the Rural Crime Prevention Team said this kind of activity will continue across the state. Members of the rural and remote NSW can expect to see more of their specialist Rural Crime Investigators and their local police in a rural setting and this type of collaborative effort which really is aimed at providing a higher standard of service to those who rarely see police. We are certain this type of policing activity will have a big impact on preventing and disrupting rural crime. Anyone with information about crime or suspicious activity in rural areas is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

19.01.2022 Tune in today at 9:00am to watch a special 'Classes of 2020' Attestation Parade broadcast LIVE from the Sydney Cricket Ground. View live on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/nswpoliceforce from 9:00am

19.01.2022 Happy Halloween NSW If you're 'trick or treating' remember to stay in groups, never enter a stranger's home and no clowning around Be safe! We all need to have a COVID-safe Halloween this year - https://bit.ly/3mAs77H

19.01.2022 A man will face court today charged after allegedly crashing into a police car following a pursuit in the Riverina overnight. About 3.50am (Tuesday 27 October 2020), officers from Riverina Police District stopped a Kia Sportage on Fernleigh Road, Ashmont, for the purposes of a random breath test. As police approached the vehicle, the car allegedly drove away, and a pursuit was engaged.... A short time later, the Kia crashed into a telegraph pole, before reversing and ramming a police car. The driver, a 27-year-old man, attempted to flee on foot and was arrested a short distance away. The Sportage continued to roll backwards and hit a second police vehicle. A search of the driver’s vehicle revealed knuckle dusters, which were seized. The man was taken to Wagga Wagga Police Station, where he was charged with police pursuit, possess prohibited weapon and disqualified driving. He was refused bail to appear in Wagga Wagga Local Court today (Tuesday 27 October 2020).

18.01.2022 BE AWARE OF SCAMS - REPORT SUSPECTED SCAMS

18.01.2022 THE WINNER WILL BE PICKED TODAY AT MIDDAY. Good luck everyone. ********************************************************************** Hey Kids, how would you ...like to have your artwork as our page background over Christmas? If you are between the age of 3 and 12 years of age, enter our competition. Draw or paint a rural picture that has Santa Claus, a police officer and the letters RCPT. Send your picture to us by clicking on the 'message' button on this page. Our competition ends on Tuesday 22 December 2020. The winner’s picture will be displayed on our Facebook page from 24 December 2020 to 4 January 2021. We can’t wait to see all your pictures. Remember to make sure your picture has Santa Claus, a police officer and the letters RCPT.

17.01.2022 A shed and vehicle have been destroyed by fire in the state’s Riverina region last night. About 7.45pm (Tuesday 29 June 2021), emergency services were called to a property on Wee Jasper Road, Bombowlee, following reports of a structure fire, after a neighbour alerted the owners. NSW Rural Fire Service and Tumut Fire and Rescue attended and extinguished the blaze.... The shed and its contents including a vehicle and ride on lawn mower were destroyed. The owners, a 72-year-old man and 70-year-old woman, were not injured. Fire investigators are yet to determine a cause of the blaze, but it is not being treated as suspicious.

16.01.2022 As the state responds to a new threat of coronavirus, with stay-at-home restrictions in place, the NSW Police Force is committed to supporting and protecting vi...ctims of domestic and family violence during the pandemic. On Saturday 26 June 2021, the NSW Government announced wider stay-at-home directions for Greater Sydney including the Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong and Shellharbour. This means that anyone who lives in, works in or studies in these local government areas must follow the stay-at-home rules for 14 days until 11.59pm on Friday 9 July 2021 unless they have a reasonable excuse. Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott, said police are committed to protecting victims and will increase efforts to combat violence in the home following the government’s latest stay-at-home order. Fleeing a violent or an abusive relationship, or seeking domestic and family violence-related services, is a reasonable excuse to leave your home, Mr Elliott said. While officers will continue to protect the community by ensuring the public complies with public health orders, domestic violence victims will also be a paramount concern with police conducting thousands of Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO) compliance checks to keep victims safe. Attorney General and Minister for Prevention of Domestic and Sexual Violence Mark Speakman said the State’s dedicated frontline services would remain at the ready to support victim-survivors if they’re escaping abuse. We want to be abundantly clear that stay-at-home COVID-19 orders do not apply if you’re fleeing violence and abuse in your household, Mr Speakman said. Victim-survivors and their children can be confident that domestic violence support services and the police are still only a phone call away during lockdown, so if you need help please contact them when it’s safe to do so. Assistant Commissioner Leanne McCusker APM, Corporate Sponsor Domestic and Family Violence said police and frontline services are ready to provide support to anyone fleeing domestic and family violence during the latest stay-at-home orders. Domestic and family violence is a crime, and across the state, our officers continue to target high-risk and repeat offenders under the Suspect Target Management Plan and High Risk Offender Team to ensure they are complying with the conditions of their Apprehended Domestic Violence order, said Assistant Commissioner McCusker. We have not changed the way we police DV offences. We are committed to helping victims of domestic violence and police will not hesitate in bringing offenders to justice. Since June 2019, the NSWPF has significantly increased proactive measures to detect and prevent DV offending, including a 79% increase in the number of ADVO compliance checks undertaken by police. Last year also saw police commence over 36,600 charge files for domestic violence offences and issue more than 40,000 applications for ADVOs. Other lawful reasons to leave your place of residence include to: provide care or assistance (including personal care) to a vulnerable person or to provide emergency assistance; access social services, employment services, services provided to victims (including as victims of crime), domestic violence services, and mental health services; move to a new place of residence, or between your different places of residence; undertake legal obligations; avoid injury or illness or to escape the risk of harm. Anyone experiencing domestic or family violence should report to police or utilise the other support services that are available, including: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) - a confidential information, counselling and support service; NSW Domestic Violence Line (1800 65 64 63) - a state-wide telephone crisis counselling and referral service for women; Men’s Referral Service (1300 766 491) - provide telephone counselling, information and referrals for men; Link2Home (1800 152 152) - can help refer women experiencing domestic violence to crisis accommodation; and Lifeline (13 11 14) - a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Anyone with information about domestic and family violence incidents 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.

16.01.2022 COOTAMUNDRA POLICE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Members of the Cootamundra business sector attended a community engagement to learn about the services their local Police can offer. The event was held yesterday in the courtyard at Cootamundra Police Station which displays newly created artwork by Creekside Kids and Cootamundra Preschool. ... Presentations were made by General Duties, Rural Crime Prevention Team, Traffic & Highway Patrol, Criminal Investigation, Crime Prevention Unit and the Proactive Crime Team. District Commander Superintendent Bob Noble spoke about the benefits of having such valuable resources within the local community and encouraged business owners to reach out and take advantage of these services. Police enjoyed the opportunity to have a chat and answer questions over coffee and morning tea afterwards.

16.01.2022 COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE SOUGHT - BREAK & ENTERS - ASHMONT / FLOWERDALE Police from Wagga Wagga have arrested and charged a 52 year old Wagga Wagga man in relation to a series of break and enter incidents in the Ashmont/Flowerdale areas between 8pm Saturday, 26 December 2020 and 9am Sunday, 27 December 2020. Investigating police have been made aware of a series of posts on social media in respect to CCTV footage of a male person acting suspicious in these areas on those dates. ... Police are requesting residents who may have such footage to contact Leading Senior Constable Carberry on 69222599 or 69222598, or forward your contact details to Riverina PD by messenger.

16.01.2022 White Ribbon Day - Cootamundra 2020 The National Plan’s vision is an Australia free from all forms of violence and abuse against women and children. This is every woman’s and child’s right and everyone’s responsibility. On Friday the 20th November 2020, the Cootamundra community participated in a walk through the main street of Cootamundra to show their support for this initiative. Students from EA Southee Public School, Cootamundra Public School, Cootamundra High School and... Sacred Heart School along with a group of community members all walked down the main street at specially coordinated times in support of the National Plan. Local businesses along the route were encouraged to participate by decorating their windows and entrance in a further show of support. Congratulations and thanks to those stores that supported the march. Senior Constable CLANCY spoke to all the students and explained what the walk was about and answered any questions that the students had. Police would like to take this opportunity to encourage any members of the public to report any matters of family violence to their local Police Station. See more

15.01.2022 A man has been charged after two officers were allegedly spat on in the Riverina region last night. About 10:20pm (Friday 18 December 2020), police were called... to Balmoral Crescent, Lake Albert, following reports of a group of males fighting. Police will allege an 18-year-old Mount Austin man was struck with a glass bottle, before being stabbed in the arm. He sustained minor injuries and did not require medical treatment. A glass window of a home on Balmoral Crescent was also smashed during the incident. Officers from Riverina Police District attended and arrested a 20-year-old Lake Albert man. During the arrest, it will be alleged the man spat in the face of a male constable and on the leg of a male senior constable. The Lake Albert man was taken to Wagga Wagga Police Station charged with destroy or damage property, reckless wounding, assault officer in execution of duty (x2), resist officer in execution of duty, and offensive behaviour. He was granted conditional bail to appear at Wagga Wagga Local Court on Wednesday 27 January 2021. The men are not known to each other.

15.01.2022 A man has been charged following an alleged armed robbery in Wagga Wagga earlier today. About 1.25am (Tuesday 12 January 2020), a man entered a service station on Edward Street, Wagga Wagga, and walked behind the counter. The man allegedly threatened the service station attendant with a knife, before taking cash, cigarettes, a mobile phone, sunglasses and meat pies and fleeing on foot.... Officers from Riverina Police District were notified and attended a short time later. Police observed a man running along Edward Street and pursued him on foot. The 29-year-old man was arrested as he was attempting to climb over a brick wall into a unit complex on Fox Street. Cash, stolen property and a knife were located a short distance away and seized for examination. He was taken to Wagga Wagga Police Station and charged with robbery armed with offensive weapon. The man was refused bail to appear in Wagga Wagga Local Court today (Tuesday 12 January 2021).

15.01.2022 Cootamundra Police would like to take this opportunity to remind all members of the public to lock their vehicles. It is easy in small towns to become complacent but at this time of year there is an increase in the number of people visiting our town and also an increase in the number of people who are shopping and placing valuable items in their vehicle. Ensure that all valuables are removed from your vehicle, particularly at night time, and always lock your vehicle.

14.01.2022 Domestic violence doesn't discriminate. If you, or a member of your community, are experiencing domestic violence, contact the police on 131 444. In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).

14.01.2022 National Police Remembrance Day (NPRD) is one of the most important events on the NSW Police Force calendar. It is a day where members of the NSW Police Force and the community remember those officers who have given their lives in the course of their duties. In remembering our fallen officers from the NSW Police Force, we also remember fallen officers from Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Samoa and the Solomon Islands. NPRD is also a time to remember both sworn and u...nsworn members of the NSW Police Force who lost their lives through illness, accident or other circumstances in the previous 12 months. Cootamundra Police recognised this significant event yesterday with a small ceremony at Cootamundra Police Station. District Commander Superintendent Bob Noble unveiled a commemorative plaque in the presence of both serving and retired NSWPF officers and their families.

13.01.2022 Cootamundra-Gundagai Police have had a successful few days disrupting local drug supply. On Tuesday the 27th of October 2020, police stopped a vehicle in Burra for a random breath test. A subsequent search of this vehicle and the two male passengers located 7.7 grams of crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as ice. A 24 year old Cootamundra man was charged with supplying and possessing a prohibited drug. Around 2pm on Wednesday the 28th of October, police had cause to sp...eak with a motorcycle rider on Annie Pyers Drive Gundagai. The rider and his belongings were searched and a number of items of interest were located including 1.05grams of a white powder believed to be cocaine, a quantity of cannabis, a baton concealed as a torch and knuckle dusters. About 11.30pm on Wednesday the 28th of October, a vehicle travelling along Mount Street South Gundagai was stopped by police. The vehicle, driver and passenger were searched and an amount of cannabis was located along with 28.5 grams of methamphetamine (ice). A 39 female was charged with possession and supplying an indictable quantity of a prohibited drug.

13.01.2022 PUBLIC ASSISTANCE SOUGHT - THEFT OF SECRET SANTA PRESENTS - LAKE ALBERT PUBLIC SCHOOL Riverina PD are seeking information from any witnesses or members of the public who may have information relating to the theft of 30 secret santa presents from Lake Albert Public School overnight. The presents were gifts Year 5 & 6 students had purchased for each other to celebrate Christmas. If you have information which may assist investigating police please contact Wagga Wagga PS on 69 ...222599 or CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000. See more

12.01.2022 Thunderstorms are possible in eastern #NSW & in the southwest corner. Some thunderstorms in the northeast may become severe during the afternoon, with potential to produce large hail or heavy rain. For latest warnings visit: ow.ly/R29V50C5z6N #NSWSES

12.01.2022 A man has been charged after allegedly being detected in possession of cash and prohibited drugs. Shortly after 2pm on Friday 27 November 2020, a car bearing Victorian registration plates was stopped as it was travelling north on the Hume Highway at Albury. A search of the vehicle revealed more than $30,000 cash, believed to be the proceeds of crime, and cannabis.... A 38-year-old man from Wagga Wagga was arrested and taken to Albury Police Station, where he was charged with possess prohibited drug and deal with proceeds of crime. He was granted bail to appear in Albury Local Court on Monday 21 December 2020. Anyone with information about criminal activity on our roads is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

11.01.2022 Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man wanted on two outstanding warrants on the Central Coast. Anthony Lawlor, aged 23, is wanted on two arrest warrants relating to domestic violence related matters. Officers attached to Tuggerah Lakes Police District have conducted inquiries into his whereabouts; however, have been unable to locate him. ... He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, between 175cm to 180cm tall, of muscular build, fair complexion with a long brown mullet hair style. Anthony has been residing on the Central Coast and is known to frequent the areas of Watanobbi, Gorokan and Long Jetty. He is also known to frequent Griffith and the surrounding areas. Anyone who sees him is urged not to approach but instead call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Anthony Lawlor is incident 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.

11.01.2022 PROPERTY ON HAND - WAGGA WAGGA POLICE STATION Police are seeking the assistance of the public to identify the owners of the property attached to this post. If you believe you may own any of the items displayed in this post please contact Constable Freere of the Riverina Police District High Visibility Policing Unit on 69222599.... Any person seeking to claim ownership of any property will need to be able to establish proof of ownership.

11.01.2022 A motorcycle rider has been taken to hospital in a serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in the Snowy Mountains yesterday. About 11.30am (Sunday 1 November 2020), emergency services were called to Alpine Way, approximately 3km south of Swampy Plains Creek Road, Khancoban, after reports a motorcycle had left the roadway and crashed into a wombat hole. The driver and sole occupant of the motorcycle became tangled in a rural fence before being freed by attending pol...ice. The 68-year-old man was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics, before being taken to Canberra Hospital, where he remains in a serious condition. Officers from Riverina Police District established a crime scene and commenced inquiries. Anyone with information about this incident 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.

11.01.2022 A man whose licence expired more than 20 years ago has been charged after being detected drink driving twice in less than three hours in the state’s Riverina re...gion. About 12pm yesterday (Thursday 14 January 2021), officers from the Traffic and Highway Patrol Command responded to reports of a single vehicle crash on the Burley Griffin Way at Harden. Inquiries revealed the driver, a 50-year-old man, had crashed his Nissan Navara utility into a drain. He was not injured as a result of the crash. The man provided a positive roadside breath test, and was taken to Harden Police Station, where he allegedly returned a breath analysis reading of 0.129. Checks revealed the man’s licence had expired in December 1998. The man was issued a Future Court Attendance Notice and released from custody. About 2.30pm, police responded to several driving complaints on the Olympic Highway, north of Cootamundra. Highway patrol officers located the same man and his vehicle stopped in a rural driveway. He allegedly returned a second positive roadside breath test, and was taken to Cootamundra Police Station, where he returned a breath analysis reading of 0.211. The Gogeldrie man was charged with drive with high range PCA and never licensed person drive vehicle on road. He was granted conditional bail to appear in Cootamundra Local Court on 15 March 2021.

11.01.2022 Constable Charlie entertaining the children at Holy Trinity Catholic School, Ashmont..... Great dance moves. the children loved it

10.01.2022 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.

09.01.2022 The Bureau of Meteorology have advised that the weather will be unsettled for most of this week. Today will be a bit quieter weather-wise but there is the chance of storms across most of NSW tomorrow. The BoM are advising that more heavy rain is expected throughout the week from the Hunter down to the Illawarra with the chance of widespread rain over Sydney. ... Remember: if it’s flooded, forget it! Never drive, walk or ride through floodwater. There are simple things you can do to help protect your family during a storm: https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/disaster-tabs-header/storm/

09.01.2022 #Thunderstorms are possible in southern & eastern #NSW today. Likelihood of some thunderstorms to become Severe Super-Cells & potential to produce Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Heavy Rain. Warnings will be issued as storms develop: ow.ly/B5Ym50C6via

09.01.2022 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).

09.01.2022 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.

08.01.2022 Emergency services were called to the Sturt Highway, Borambola 30km east of Wagga Wagga about 5am (Friday 20 November 2020), following reports a truck with a trailer had rolled. The 31-year-old driver escaped injury and has undergone mandatory breath testing with a negative result. The heavy rigid vehicle was headed west towards Wagga Wagga when it rolled near the intersection of Martins Road; traffic has been affected in both directions.... Traffic diversions are in place and delays are expected until at least 1pm. Please check www.livetraffic.com for updates. . As inquiries continue, anyone with information about the crash or anyone with dashcam vision is asked to come forward. Anyone with information about this incident 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.

08.01.2022 HOLIDAY REGISTER Are you going away on Holidays ??? Is there anyone going to be home to look after the house??... If not .. Please let your local Police Station know contact details, date’s you will be away, and an alternate contact should Police need to visit your residence in your absence.

08.01.2022 Summer is a popular time for going on holidays, and we are reminding people to take some time to assess their home security before they head away. Most of the recommended precautions are very simple, particularly just checking to make sure doors and windows are locked and secured an unlocked window in an empty home, full of valuables, is an opportunistic thief’s dream. We also recommend limiting what you post on social media about your holiday, especially if your home will ...be unattended for an extended period. It’s relatively inexpensive to put a good lock on your letterbox and ask someone you trust to empty it regularly or organise to have your mail held at your local post office while your'e away. The NSW Police Force has a wealth of information about safety and security, including fact sheets, available at: https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/safety_a/safe_and_secure/home If you have concerns about possible criminal activity in your local neighbourhood, call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au/

07.01.2022 From online crime and lost property reports to applications for information, the NSW Police Force Community Portal provides the facility to not only create a police report online, but to track your report and receive status updates. It offers members of the community an additional reporting channel when it's not an emergency. The Community Portal enables you to create an online police report on incidents such as:... theft, including the failure to pay for good or services Fraud lost property intentional damage property or graffiti Minor vehicle collision Crime Stoppers The Community Portal enables you to create an online application for services such as: NSW Police Check (National Police Check) Insurance Related Police Event Report When you access the Community Portal to create a report, you'll need to: provide your personal details provide details of the incident verify your email address If the incident is an emergency or occurring now, contact Triple Zero (000) immediately. Visit the NSW Police Force Community Portal website to register today: https://portal.police.nsw.gov.au/s/login/

06.01.2022 Police across Southern Region The Hume, Monaro, Murray River, Murrumbidgee, Riverina and South Coast Police Districts are working to ensure the compliance of public health orders announced by NSW Health over the weekend. Commencing 6pm Saturday (26 June 2021), social distancing and mandatory mask wearing while indoors became mandatory for regional communities in NSW. The Southern Region is assisting NSW Health with current orders for regional parts of the state and is ur...ging the public to take responsibility to ensure the safety of others, as residents and visitors travel the region during the school holiday period. Southern Region Commander, Assistant Commissioner Joe Cassar APM says police will be out in our region, monitoring business and the behaviour or members of the community to assist in compliance with the NSW Health guidelines. We have seen a minority of the public who are not heeding the advice and police will hold these people accountable for their actions, if they disregard these guidelines and endanger others. The safety of our community is the main priority and police are there to ensure people are making the right decisions in our community and on our roads; we must not become complacent, Assistant Commissioner Cassar said. The following restrictions now apply to regional areas and will remain in place until midnight on Friday 9 July 2021, unless extended or repealed earlier. Visitors to households will be limited to five guests including children; Masks will be compulsory in all indoor non-residential settings, including workplaces, and at organised outdoor events; Drinking while standing at indoor venues will not be allowed; Singing by audiences at indoor shows or by congregants at indoor places of worship will not be allowed; Dancing will not be allowed at indoor hospitality venues or nightclubs; Dancing will be allowed at weddings, but only for the wedding party (no more than 20 people); Dance and gym classes limited to 20 per class (masks must be worn); The one person per four square metre rule will be re-introduced for all indoor and outdoor settings, including weddings and funerals; Outdoor seated events will be limited to 50% seated capacity Wollongong and Shellharbour are included in the Greater Sydney zone and must comply with the current stay-at-home orders under the Public Health Order. Anyone with information regarding individuals or businesses in contravention of COVID-19-related ministerial directions 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.

06.01.2022 Police are appealing for help from the community to support sick children this Christmas. Officers from Cootamundra Police Station are asking members of the community to dig deep and donate toys and other items to Cootamundra Hospital. Cootamundra Police have set up a ‘Distraction Box’ at the police station, which will be delivered to children in the emergency room by police officers on Christmas Day.... Gifts can be donated up until Christmas Eve at Cootamundra Police Station. Suggested gifts include small toys, colouring in books, play dough, bubbles, activity books, sticker books and craft kits. The hospital has requested that any gift be left unwrapped, in new packaging, to allow for the most age-appropriate and suitable gift to be given out to each child in a COVID-safe manner.

06.01.2022 Southern Region Enforcement Squad (RES) have charged 13 people with a range of offences as part of investigations into an alleged drug supply operation in Southern NSW.

06.01.2022 The NSW Government, together with the NSW Police Force, has announced a $1 million reward for information into the murder of Hunter woman, Melissa Hunt, more th...an 26 years ago. The body of Melissa Hunt, then aged 22, was found near the weir wall of Burrenjim Dam, Bluegum Creek via Stockrington, on Monday 25 April 1994. A post mortem examination revealed she died from severe head injuries. Strike Force Impey, comprised of detectives from the Lake Macquarie Police District and the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad, was formed to investigate her death; however, no arrests have been made. Following a Coronial Inquest in 1998, the matter was sent to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for review and referred to the Unsolved Homicide Unit. A formal review of the investigation was conducted under the new unsolved framework and is now under reinvestigation by detectives attached to Strike Force Circulo. As inquiries continue, police are renewing their appeal to the community to come forward with any information that may assist detectives with their investigation. Minister for Police and Emergency Services, David Elliott, said he hopes the $1 million NSW Government incentive will bring detectives a step closer to finding answers for Melissa’s family. The NSW Government pledges a $1 million reward in the hope that it will assist police in their efforts to get to the bottom of this horrific crime, and that it will go some way in delivering justice for Melissa and her family, Mr Elliott said. The community will not, and should not, forget the tragic circumstances surrounding Melissa’s disappearance almost three decades ago. I urge anyone with even the seemingly smallest piece of information to come forward. Homicide Squad Commander, Detective Superintendent Danny Doherty, said Strike Force Circulo investigators have conducted a thorough review of the case to explore all possible lines of inquiry. In October this year, officers returned to the Burrenjim Dam with specialist police from the Forensic Evidence and Technical Services Command to conduct a full review of the original crime scene, Det Supt Doherty said. Items of interest that were recovered during initial inquiries have also undergone further forensic testing, to ensure every avenue of investigation is identified and pursued. Detectives have also been liaising with interstate law enforcement partners as we believe there are associates and witnesses residing in other states including Queensland, Victoria and South Australia that are yet to come forward and speak with police. As inquiries into Melissa’s death continue, detectives are urging anyone with information to contact police so we may provide much-needed answers and closure for Melissa’s family, Det Supt Doherty said. Melissa’s brother, Mr Peter Hallett, said he hoped the reward may help detectives uncover new leads to finally provide justice for his sister and family. Melissa was deeply loved by our family and we have never stopped missing her and desperately wishing that her life had not been cut short, Mr Hallett said. We should not just have memories of Melissa’s beautiful dark eyes, her mischievous laugh, musical talent, eye for detail, passion for writing and fierce love for her family and two children we should all be able to hold her now. After 26 years of despairing grief, we are hoping that someone will come forward and help police identify those responsible for her death. Melissa was robbed of her life and of her right to know and love her children, and as a family we cannot rest until justice is served, Mr Hallett said. Anyone with information that may assist Strike Force Circulo detectives 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 crime via NSW Police social media pages.

06.01.2022 Your information could be the last piece of the puzzle police need to get a drug dealer off the street. Report your information to www.nsw.crimestoppers.com.au or call us on 1800 333 000 (24/7). You can remain confidential.

05.01.2022 Constable Charlie School visits This week we have had the pleasure of Constable Charlie in town. Constable Charlie is the mascot for the NSW Police Force. He plays a vital role in the 'Keeping Me Safe Program' which is designed to help children (kindergarten to year 2) identify 'safe adults' in the community, as well as ‘safe places’ to go when they are lost, feeling unsafe, frightened or are in danger. He also covers pool/beach safety and bike safety Constable Char...lie visited some local schools including Lutheran Primary School, Kooringal Public School, Mater Dei Primary School, Forrest Hill Public School, Sturt Public School, South Wagga Public School, Lockhart St Joseph’s School, Ashmont Holy Trinity School and Ashmont Public School Constable Charlie also had the pleasure of attending ‘Willians Hill School’ to celebrate ‘International Day of People with Disability’ All children involved had a great time and got to check out some of Constable Charlie’s dance moves Constable Charlie will be attending more schools next week . Where will he go?? . Watch this space

05.01.2022 International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions. Police attached to the Riverina Police District attended ‘Willans Hill School’ to celebrate the day and to interact with the kids. Also, in attendance was the NSW Police Mascot Constable Charlie who danced and posed ...for selfies with the students. It was a great day had by all

04.01.2022 Advice for tourists in Northern NSW Popular holiday parks, hotels and accommodation in the Northern Rivers regions of New South Wales is at full capacity. ...With school holidays already commencing in some schools across the state, and the Queensland border now open to travelers, we can expect an increase in traffic and holiday-makers across the region during the next week. More heavy rain is expected to make its way through this popular area tonight and Monday morning. It’s important that holiday-makers plan ahead and take the time now to stock up on essentials and defer any unnecessary travel this afternoon and tomorrow morning. With lots of flash floodwater over roads, creeks and causeways, now is the time to plan your trip and check road conditions. Seek updates at My Road Info https://bit.ly/3gEe53c and Live Traffic NSW https://www.livetraffic.com/

04.01.2022 Junee Police seeking community assistance - Theft of unregistered Honda model 450 motorcycle. This motorcycle was stolen from the rear of a utility that was parked outside the front of a premise in Elizabeth Street, Junee. The theft occurred sometime in the early hours of morning between midnight and 7am on 9th December 2020. Police are seeking any vision of CCTV and or dash cam recording of any reports of suspicious activity, and or the erratic manner of a motorcycle being ridden within the Junee township around this time and date, are urged to contact Junee Police 02 69241144 and or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

04.01.2022 DRIVERS BEWARE - DON'T TOSS A LIT CIGARETTE As we move into another high risk fire season, smokers should make themselves of these new penalties associated with tossing lit cigarettes out of a car during a 'Total Fire Ban'.

03.01.2022 Severe fire danger is forecast for Lower Central West Plains, Eastern Riverina, Southern Riverina and Northern Riverina tomorrow Saturday 28 November. A total fire ban will be in force for these areas from midnight tonight. Check and review your bush fire survival plan.

03.01.2022 From the ocean and harbour to rivers and lakes, police will be out in force over the summer period and we'll be reminding boat users about the importance of wearing lifejackets, having correct safety equipment and not speeding. If you are a skipper, remember you are responsible for the safety of everyone on your boat. If you are a passenger, wear a life jacket; it will save your life.

02.01.2022 NSW Police are encouraging motorists to travel through the holiday season with safety at top of mind, towards a better 2021. The state-wide Christmas and New Year road-safety operation starts at midnight (12.01am on Thursday 24 December 2020) and concludes 11.59pm on Sunday 3 January 2021. Double-demerit points are in force throughout the period for speeding, seatbelt, mobile phone and motorcycle helmet offences.... NSW Police officers will also be targeting other high-risk driver behaviour, including the Four Ds; drink, drug, dangerous and distracted driving.

02.01.2022 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT On Sunday the 22nd of November 2020, Police attached to the Riverina Crime Prevention Unit attended Bunnings Warehouse to help promote 'Crime Prevention Week' that was hosted by Bunnings. Police focused on the 'Park Smart' awareness campaign, which outlined tips to keep your vehicle secure. Police also arranged for anti-theft screws (donated by Bunnings) to be fitted to registration plates of vehicles to prevent the number plates from being stolen. Other areas focused on was personal/home safety and rural crime. Some goodies were on offer for the kids this included 'Cops are Tops' wristbands, stickers, tattoos and balloon's which were a great hit Also in attendance was the Wagga Wagga City Council promoting 'Road Awareness/Safety'