An investigation is underway after a police monument was damaged in Sydney's Domain.
About 3.15am on Saturday 25 January 2025, the NSW Police Wall of Remembrance, dedicated to the memory of police officers killed in the line of duty, was significantly damaged by vandalism.
About 12.00pm yesterday (Sunday 26 January 2025), officers deployed as part of Australia Day celebrations, saw the damage and commenced an investigation.
A crime scene has been established, which will be forensically examined by specialist police.
Police are working with Sydney City Council to assist with remedial works to repair the damage.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information, CCTV and/or dashcam footage in relation to the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
NSW Police encourages members of the public to report any suspicious behaviour around monuments and significant sights across the Australia Day Long Weekend.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
