North Shore Police Area Command Report May 2025

Community Safety & Crime Update – May 2025

New Recruits

NSPAC welcomed 11 new probationary constables who have recently joined our local police area command, strengthening frontline services and community presence.

Northbridge Incident Update

An investigation is ongoing following a brawl in Northbridge involving approximately 20 youths. Police are actively reviewing CCTV footage and social media content to identify those involved. Charges are expected as inquiries progress.

Crime Statistics (Nov 2024 – Jan 2025 vs Feb – Apr 2025)

• Domestic Violence Assaults: +14.5%

• Non-Domestic Violence Assaults: +34%

• Residential Break & Enter: -12.3%

• Commercial Break & Enter: +100%

• Stolen Vehicles: +3%

• Malicious Damage to Property: +30%

Domestic Violence

Police continue to prioritise Domestic and Family Violence prevention and response through:

Operation Amarok IX (Statewide targeting of known DV offenders):

• AVO checks completed: 11

• Attempted AVO checks: 75

• Bail compliance checks: 20

• Breaches of AVO identified: 1

Operation X is now underway from 14–17 May.
The NSPAC Doorbell Camera Initiative continues in partnership with Bunnings to improve home safety.

Victims are encouraged to download the “Empower You” app – a discreet tool for recording and reporting abuse.
Also, a reminder that Coercive Control legislation commenced on 1 July.

Break & Enter – Commercial (66 incidents total)

There has been a noticeable spike in March and April.
Two offenders, known to target cafés and takeaway shops, have been identified and charged.

Crime prevention tips for business owners:

• Upload CCTV footage to Bluelink

• Do not leave valuables or cash in plain view

• Leave empty cash drawers open

• Consider installing simple security cameras (e.g. from Bunnings)

• Report suspicious activity immediately

Break & Enter – Residential

Strike Force Sweetenham remains active, focusing on youth-related break-ins.

Tips to secure your home:

• Install a car tracker, especially for high-end vehicles

• Secure all doors, windows, and pet doors

Scams

The Blessing Scam continues to target seniors aged 65+.
The NSPAC Multicultural Liaison Officer role is currently vacant, but support remains available.

If you believe you are a victim of a scam:

• Report immediately

• Contact IDCARE, Lifeline, or Beyond Blue for support

Proactive Police Operations

• Strike Force Sweetenham – Youth crime

• Operation Shelter – High-visibility patrols around synagogues and prayer halls

• Operation Ripcord – Retail theft

• Railway/Interchange Patrols – Anti-social behaviour after 3pm

• Additional focus: Drug offences and retail theft

Notable Incidents

• 21 March 2025: An 18-year-old male is in custody after the sexual assault of a female McDonald’s employee walking home from work.

• 27 February 2025: A teenager was assaulted and robbed in a stairwell; the offender has been arrested.