Member for Davidson, Jonathan O’Dea has congratulated local police with the latest Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOSCAR) data showing major crime categories continue to trend down in the Warringah Local Government Area (LGA).
Mr O’Dea said the data reflects the NSW Liberals & Nationals Government’s commitment to cracking down on crime.
“In the Warringah LGA, there are some impressive downward trends in crime:
- Steal from retail store is down 19.4%
- Malicious damage to property is down 27.6% and
- Steal from motor vehicle has dropped 20.2%
Mr O’Dea said, “It is wonderful to see crime decrease in our local community.
“I congratulate our police officers for their good work to crack down on criminal activity.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Justice and Police Troy Grant said the latest data shows items such as bicycles, scooters, tools and garden accessories are common targets for thieves.
“The public can play its part to minimise their risk of becoming a target by ensuring their possessions are stored safely and securely,” Mr Grant said.
The BOSCAR report also highlights the upward trend of illegal drug possession.
“I am concerned by an increase of 40.1% in amphetamine possession as well as a 45.3% increase in cocaine possession,” Mr Grant said.
“These dangerous and destructive drugs are causing devastation to individuals and families across NSW.
“I am encouraged by the work police are doing to detect illegal drug possession and I will ensure our officers are given the tools they need to stamp out these corrosive drugs from our society,” he said.
