State Emergency Operations Controller reminds community to report crime, NSW

NSW Police Force Deputy Commissioner Gary Worboys is reminding bushfire-affected communities to report all criminal activity to police for investigation.

State Emergency Operations Controller (SEOCON), Deputy Commissioner Gary Worboys, said police can only investigate crime if they are told about it.

“While we have a significant deployment of both uniformed and plain-clothes police in these areas, we need members of the community to report all crime and suspicious activity, so it can be investigated,” Deputy Commissioner Worboys said.

“We can only investigate and take action on crimes that we know about, so please, report it as soon as possible.

“Please continue to be vigilant and if there’s an emergency, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

“Officers are available 24/7, including the additional police who have been deployed to bushfire-affected communities. Those officers can take reports from community members on the spot.

“Non-urgent reports can be made through the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 or at any local police station,” Deputy Commissioner Worboys said.

All other matters should be reported to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.

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