Western Australia Police

27/07/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 27/07/2024 05:25

Commencement of Newman Detectives

Commencement of Newman Detectives

Published on July 27, 2024

WA Police is pleased to announce an additional resource to the Pilbara region, with the commencement of a detectives office based in Newman.
Newman Detectives will be responsible for issues in the town and surrounding areas, bringing more capabilities and an added police experience into the district.
The office began instigation this month, headlined with a group of detectives that have an extensive range of experiences in the Western Australia Police Force.
If you have any information in relation to crime in Newman or surrounding areas, or if you have any suspicious behaviour you want to report, you can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online via www.crimestopperswa.com.au
Superintendent Gailene Hamilton believes the new office will benefit the public in the widespread area.
"Newman Detectives is now one of several resources in the Pilbara that will devote their time and effort to keep people safe in the community"
"Members of the public, no matter if it's their home, or if they're tourists coming to visit the region, have a right to feel secure. The added resource and assumed responsibility will aim to uphold those core values in the town and surrounding areas"