NSW Police say they have spoken to several teenagers alleged to have been involved in a vandalism incident which saw Walgett’s Anzac Memorial damaged earlier this month.
Officers attached to Central North Police District were called to Walgett Memorial Park on Fox Street about 11.30pm on Wednesday 14 January after a group of teenagers were allegedly trespassing in the park.
At the scene, Police discovered the statue of an Anzac soldier had been badly damaged (pictured).
Following extensive inquiries, five boys – aged between 13 and 15 – and a 13-year-old girl will now be dealt with under the Young Offenders Act, Central North Police District Commander, Superintendent Gerard Lawson confirmed.
Commander Lawson said Central North Police were committed to finding answers for the community.
“I know members of the community were distressed by the incident and my officers spent many hours examining CCTV and tracking down those involved,” he said.
“Following inquiries, police established the teenagers had no intent to damage the statue, and that the incident appeared accidental.
“While this matter has been resolved, I want to reassure the community that all matters reported to police will be investigated.”
