Richmond Police District

15/10/2026

13/10/2026

🚨 WARRANT WEDNESDAY - HSC EDITION 📚🚔

It’s that time of year again... when coffee and energy drinks become a food group, highlighters mysteriously disappear, and everyone suddenly starts saying, "I should’ve started studying earlier." 😅

While students across the Richmond Police District are working hard to avoid the dreaded consequences of not revising, we're looking for a few people who have been avoiding something else...

These people need to finally sit their exam... with Police and the Courts.

📝 Today's Exam - Question 1:
You have an outstanding warrant. Do you:
A. Contact police and resolve the matter
B. Contact police and resolve the matter
C. Contact police and resolve the matter
D. Continue hiding and hope nobody notices

💡 Hint: Three of these answers carry significantly fewer consequences.

📝 Question 2:
If police continue looking for you, what is the most likely outcome?
A. Nothing happens
B. You receive bonus marks
C. Police eventually locate you and you've just made things more difficult for yourself
D. School captaincy

🎓 This question is worth 100% of the marks (if in doubt, pick C 😉).

📚 Study Tip: Unlike the HSC, there are no extensions, no special consideration applications, and definitely no copying the answers from the person next to you.

If you recognise any of the people featured in today's Warrant Wednesday post, don't message them the answers. Instead, contact your local police station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.

📞 Information provided will remain anonymous, except in certain circumstances. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police Force social media pages.

To all HSC students across the Richmond Police District and surrounds, good luck with your exams. Stay calm, do your best, and remember: one exam doesn't define you.

And to our wanted persons... unlike the HSC, you can't simply skip this exam and hope for the best. Attendance is compulsory, and you've already missed the first reminder. 👮‍♂️📋

13/10/2026

☕👮 COFFEE WITH A COP - LISMORE👮☕

Richmond Police District is pleased to invite our community to join us for a relaxed Coffee with a Cop event at Muffin Break, Lismore Square.

This is a great opportunity to meet your local police officers, ask questions, discuss community issues, raise any concerns, or simply enjoy a friendly chat in a welcoming environment.

We would like to sincerely thank Lismore Square and Muffin Break for generously hosting this community event and supporting opportunities for positive engagement between police and the community.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026
📍 Location: Muffin Break, Lismore Square
🕚 Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm
☕ Enjoy a complimentary small coffee while you chat with our officers.

No bookings are required, attendance is free, and everyone is welcome.

We look forward to seeing you there and connecting with our community over a coffee. ☕💙

12/10/2026

We know that becoming a police officer and moving away from home can be a big ask, especially if you have family and enjoy where you live. 🏡

When you join NSW Police Force, you can identify where you would like to work – such as where you and your family live now – and have confidence about where you’ll be working once you become a police officer if you live in one of our target areas.

Find out more about our Be A Cop In Your Home Town intiative at our upcoming Regional Recruitment Roadshow! 🚔

📍Ballina Richmond Room
10am-2pm, 28 October 2026

📍Coffs Harbour Showground Exhibition Hall
10am-2pm, 29 October 2026

📍Kempsey PCYC
9am-3pm, 30 October 2026

📍Cessnock PCYC
10am-2pm, 31 October 2026

You can start your career with NSW Police Force, and as long as there’s nothing that would prevent you from living in your home town, stay connected with your community. 👮

12/10/2026

Have you seen Wally Drew?

A warrant has been issued for the 27-year-old’s arrest for vehicle theft and police pursuit related matters.

He is known to frequent Casino.

Anyone with information into his whereabouts is urged not to approach him, but to call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

MORE INFORMATION ➡ https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/news/article?id=129129

12/10/2026

Looking for a 2027 Calender? Look no further than our doggo Police Dog Unit or horsey Mounted Unit Calenders, proceeds supporting NSW Police Legacy 💙💙💙

Order yours here today: https://events.humanitix.com/nsw-dog-and-mounted-unit-calendar-sale

Hold your horses, folks! 🐎

Looking for a 2027 calendar that gives back? Every purchase of our Dog and Mounted Unit Calendars helps support NSW Police Legacy 💙

Featuring some very photogenic four-legged stars, it's the perfect way to stay organised while supporting a great cause.

Order yours now before they gallop off the shelves 👉 https://events.humanitix.com/nsw-dog-and-mounted-unit-calendar-sale

11/10/2026

🚸 SCHOOL'S BACK FOR TERM 4 - SLOW DOWN AND STAY ALERT 🚸

As students return to school for Term 4, Richmond Police District is reminding all motorists to take extra care around schools, bus stops and pedestrian crossings.

School zones are back in operation, which means more children will be walking, riding and travelling to and from school each day. Excited students, busy families and increased traffic can create unpredictable situations on our roads.

✅ Slow down and obey posted school zone speed limits
✅ Watch for children crossing roads, particularly near schools and bus stops
✅ Never stop or park in No Stopping, Bus Zone or School Zone restricted areas
✅ Be extra vigilant during the morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up periods
✅ Put the phone away and keep your attention on the road

Remember, children can be unpredictable and may step onto the road without warning. A few extra seconds of caution could prevent a serious incident.

Let's work together to ensure every child in the Richmond Police District gets to and from school safely this Term 4.

🚔🚸👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

10/10/2026

🌿🪃 Community, Culture and Connection 🪃🌿

Over the past couple of weeks, officers from Richmond Police District have been fortunate to be part of some incredible community events across our district.

A highlight was attending the Tabulam Public School Art Showcase and Awards Assembly on Thursday 24 September, at the end of Term 3. We were blown away by the talent on display, and it was an honour to celebrate the creativity, hard work and achievements of the students. Some of the artwork displayed was created by students and Richmond Police and ACLO's during the Tabulam Hometown Heroes Program throughout the term.

After a BBQ lunch some of the students joined police, one of our ACLO's, teachers and other community members for a relaxing afternoon down by the river. With perfect weather, a refreshing swim and a bit of fishing, it was the ideal way to finish the school term.

A standout moment came when one of the boys caught a male short-necked turtle, known locally as a "Bingi". It was a great opportunity for a quick photo with our police officer, the bingi and the amazing scenery.

On Wednesday the 30 September we were proud to attend the Alstonville NAIDOC Family Fun Day, hosted by the Bundjalung Tribal Society. This special event continues the tradition of celebrating NAIDOC in September, recognising the time when NAIDOC celebrations were traditionally held prior to the date being moved for the Sydney Olympics. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate culture, learn some history and strengthen community connections.

The same day, we also enjoyed attending the Evans Head Mid Richmond Neighbourhood Centre NAIDOC & Child Protection Week Celebration. NAIDOC was postponed from July due to wet weather. The day was filled with art, music, community spirit and plenty of smiles, making the wait well worth it.

Thank you to everyone who welcomed us into your communities. Events like these highlight the importance of culture, connection and creating positive opportunities for young people across the Richmond Police District.

📸 Check out some of the highlights from the past few weeks!

Aboriginal Engagement- NSW Police Force

10/10/2026

🌈🚓 WHEN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT GETS COLOURFUL 🚓🌈

Yesterday, our Richmond Police District Youth Officers and ACLOs were super exited to attend the Ngunya Jarjum Aboriginal Corporation Colour Run event in support of Child Protection Week.

The event provided a fantastic opportunity to connect with local young people, organisations, build positive relationships, break down barriers and join in the fun alongside the community.

As you can see from the photos, our officers may have arrived looking like they were ready to help out... but they definitely didn't leave looking that way! 😆

We're not saying the kids specifically targeted the our officers with coloured powder and water, but the evidence is pretty overwhelming. 🎯🌈💦 That said, after reviewing the available evidence, investigators also discovered some officers may have targeted each other during the event. Enquiries are continuing 😂🚓

It was great to see so many smiles, laughs and community spirit on display throughout the event. A big thank you to Ngunya Jarjums for having us and for the important work you do supporting children, young people and families across our region.

Sometimes the best policing happens when making connections. ❤️

Aboriginal Engagement- NSW Police Force

10/10/2026

🚓 ON PATROL: RICHMOND PD WEEKLY WRAP 🚓

Between 3 October and 8 October 2026, 46 people were charged across the Richmond Police District.

📊 Of those charged:

👉 39% were charged with traffic offences (18)

👉 26% were charged with domestic and family violence offences (12)

👉 10% were charged with drug or weapon-related offences (5)

🚨 Here's just a small snapshot of some of the hard work our officers have been doing across the district over the past week:

1️⃣ About 4:10am on Saturday 3 October 2026, Richmond Police District officers responded to reports of an alleged domestic violence incident at a residence in Lismore. Police will allege a woman was assaulted, threatened and stabbed by a 42-year-old man during an altercation inside the home. A second occupant of the home allegedly witnessed the incident and was also threatened. The injured woman was taken to hospital for treatment, while police arrested the man at the scene. Officers also seized a knife. The man was taken to Lismore Police Station and subsequently charged with a number of serious domestic violence offences, including Reckless Wounding, Armed with Intent, Intimidation, choking a Person and Contravene ADVO. The man was refused bail and is due to appear before Lismore Local Court in December 2026.

2️⃣ On Tuesday 29 September 2026, police commenced inquiries following reports that a woman was allegedly assaulted, intimidated and unlawfully detained during an alleged domestic violence incident at a residence near Nimbin. As part of ongoing inquiries, police later identified and located a vehicle of interest in Lismore about 4:55pm on 4 October 2026. Police will allege the driver failed to stop when directed, and a pursuit was initiated. It is alleged a 20-year-old man drove at excessive speed through several streets before police terminated the pursuit due to public safety concerns. Following further investigations, officers attached to Richmond Police District located and arrested the 20-year-old man at East Lismore on Monday 5 October 2026. He was taken to Lismore Police Station and charged with multiple alleged domestic violence and traffic-related offences.
He was refused bail and is due to appear before Lismore Local Court in December 2026.

3️⃣ About 4:25pm on 7 October 2026, Richmond Police District officers stopped a vehicle on Magellan Street, Lismore, as part of proactive policing activities. During a search of a 35-year-old male passenger, police allegedly located and seized approximately 2.75 grams of he**in, a set of knuckledusters and a foldable knife. The man was subsequently issued with a Court Attendance Notice for the alleged offences of Possess Prohibited Drug, Possess Prohibited Weapon and Possession of a Knife in a Public Place. He is due to appear before Lismore Local Court in November 2026.

4️⃣ About 1:10pm on 4 October 2026, Richmond Police District officers conducting proactive patrols in Goonellabah located a vehicle that had allegedly been stolen from Alstonville approximately one hour earlier. A 36-year-old woman was arrested at the scene and conveyed to Lismore Police Station. She was subsequently charged with the alleged offences of Take and Drive Conveyance Without Consent, Drive Whilst Disqualified and Refuse to Provide a Blood Sample.
She was released on conditional bail and is due to appear before Lismore Local Court in October 2026.

5️⃣ Following a report of an alleged domestic violence incident in Casino, Richmond Police District officers commenced an investigation into allegations that a woman had been assaulted during an altercation at her Casino home in the early hours of 2 October 2026. Police will allege a 33-year-old man, known to the woman, forcibly took the woman's car keys before allegedly stabbing her in the leg with a pair of scissors and leaving the scene in her vehicle without consent. Extensive inquiries were conducted and, on 5 October 2026, police located the 33-year-old man in the roof cavity of a Casino residence. He was arrested and charged with several alleged offences, including Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm (DV), Armed with Intent to Commit an Indictable Offence and Take/Drive Conveyance Without Consent of Owner. The man was refused bail and appeared before Casino Local Court in October 2026.

6️⃣ About 4:25pm on 4 October 2026, police were called to a supermarket in Casino following reports of an alleged shoplifting incident. Staff had allegedly observed a woman select a number of items, including groceries and household products, before allegedly leaving the store without making payment. Richmond Police District officers located a 36-year-old woman nearby and arrested her. Police will allege the woman stole items including meat, confectionery and personal care products with a total value exceeding $80. She was subsequently issued with a Court Attendance Notice for the alleged offence of Shoplifting and is due to appear before Casino Local Court in November 2026, where police will allege the offence occurred.

🚨 GOOD COURT RESULT:
Back in April 2026, Richmond Police District officers responded to numerous reports of a utility allegedly being driven dangerously between Nimbin, Casino and Lismore. Police alleged the vehicle was involved in a pursuit after reaching speeds of up to 130km/h in a 50km/h zone, overtaking other vehicles in a dangerous manner and colliding with several vehicles before coming to a stop following a crash on Nimbin Road. The driver was arrested at the scene and subsequently charged with a number of offences, including Dangerous Driving, Police Pursuit, Drive Whilst Licence Cancelled, Fail to Stop Following a Collision and Refuse Roadside Testing Requirements. On 1 October 2026, the matter was finalised before Lismore Local Court, where a 37-year-old Queensland man was convicted and sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment. He was also disqualified from holding a driver's licence for a further 12 months.

🛻 Richmond Police District would like to thank the members of the public whose timely reports assisted police during the incident. Dangerous driving places all road users at risk, and we remain committed to identifying and prosecuting those who engage in this type of behaviour on our roads.

👏 These are just some of the matters Richmond Police District officers have dealt with recently. While the statistics tell part of the story, they don't capture the countless hours spent investigating offences, supporting victims, engaging with the community and proactively patrolling our roads and neighbourhoods.

💡 Fun Fact: Not every police interaction starts with a Triple Zero call. Many arrests and detections occur because of proactive patrols, targeted operations and information provided by vigilant members of the public.

🚔 Thank you to our community for continuing to report crime and suspicious activity. Together, we're helping make the Richmond Police District a safer place to live, work and visit.