The state's new top cop, Incoming NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon, has promised to send more police officers to Moree after a visit to the town.
Commissioner Lanyon met with shopkeepers, leaders, including Moree Shire Mayor Susannah Pearse, and crime victim Mick Cikota to "get the pulse from the community and find out how they feel about crime".
to get the pulse from the community and find out how they feel about crime
Mick Cikota, a motel owner, was allegedly stabbed by a teenager at his motel in September after five boys broke into his business.
Commissioner Lanyon's visit resulted in a promise of an extra police presence in the town.
Author's summary: New top cop promises more police for Moree.