Tag: richmond police district
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CAN YOU HELP IDENTIFY THIS WOMAN?
Police are appealing for anyone who knows or has seen this Far North Coast woman, to contact them. They hope to interview her about several incidents in Lismore and Goonellabah on October 24. Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers. (NO AUDIO)
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FIVE NEW RECRUITS JOIN RICHMOND POLICE FORCE
Richmond Police District has welcomed five new probationary constables today for their first day on the job. Two of the new recruits will be stationed at Casino, two at Lismore and one at Ballina. “They’re very excited to start on their journey. We’ve got a very good mix of people that have decided to join…
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POLICE WARN PUPPY SCAMMER INCIDENTS ARE ON THE RISE
Far North Coast police have issued a warning to the public after a spate of puppy scam incidents. A local family was left $1700 out of pocket last month after a French Bulldog they purchased never arrived. Police say if the price of the puppy seems too good to be true – it probably is.…
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MEET RICHMOND POLICE DISTRICT’S NEW TOP COP
Richmond Police District’s new head says domestic violence, COVID compliance and drug supply are now his top priorities. Superintendent Scott Tanner has a mammoth job ahead – in charge of close to 200 officers across 13 stations.
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NORTHERN RIVERS’ NEW TOP COP ANNOUNCED
There’s a new top cop coming to the Northern Rivers with Superintendent Scott Tanner named as the Richmond Police District’s new commander. Superintendent Tanner will take up the role from August 8, after moving from the New England Police District. He’s replacing Superintendent Toby Lindsay, who has moved to Sydney. (NO AUDIO)
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POLICE PROGRAM EMPOWERING INDIGENOUS YOUTH
New South Wales Police and Tafe NSW have partnered to provide employment pathways for local Aboriginal youth. The IPROWD program aims to bridge the gap between officers and the community, while encouraging diversity within the Police Force itself. If you would like to become involved, click here.
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TEENAGER CHARGED OVER FATAL BALLINA BRAWL
An 18-year-old man has been charged with the murder of East Lismore man Jesse Vilkelis-Curas. The 24-year-old was taken off life support on Boxing Day, five days after he was involved in a brawl in Ballina.
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22,000 SUSPECTED MDMA PILLS SEIZED IN THE NORTHERN RIVERS
Three men in their 30s, have been charged with supplying a commercial quantity of drugs in the Lismore region. Police raided a home at Tuckombil yesterday and Alstonville today – allegedly seizing more than 22,000 pills believed to be MDMA. “These are the type of pills that have been killing people at these festivals, these…