Police are out in force as part on an ongoing operation targeting alcohol-related violence and anti-social behaviour across the long weekend.
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Operation Pariac involves additional general duties and specialist police focusing on public areas and licensed premises to ensure patron and venue compliance.
NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Regional Field Operations Gary Worboys reminded people to take personal responsibility when drinking and remember there are consequences to their actions.
“Excessive drinking can lead to poor behaviour and bad choices. When this sort of behaviour starts, make no mistake, police will step in and act,” Deputy Commissioner Worboys said.
“Alcohol-related violence or anti-social behaviour is completely unacceptable and police will continue to take a zero-tolerance approach.
“We aren’t trying to stop people from having a good time; it’s about looking out for yourself, your family and your friends, to ensure there are many more good times in the future”.
Southern Region Commander, Assistant Commissioner Peter Barrie said the operation reinforces safety remains the number one priority in the community for NSW Police.
“Anti-social behaviour and other public-order incidents tend to increase when more people are out and about. We will be out in force to deter any bad behaviour this long weekend,” he said.
“Our focus is to keep people safe. No one should be worried about being harassed - or worse - by those who have had too much to drink.
“Know your limits and make sure you drink responsibly; you could end up affecting not only your life, but someone else’s.”
Earlier this year, Operation Pariac saw more than 50 charges laid and four people detected with breach of bail/warrants.
More than 30 people were detected with drugs.
Over 60 people were issued with move on directions and 11 people were involved in assaults.