Back in the days of school it was always frowned upon to be found to be a ‘dobber’. but this time it’s important. 

While the Orana region hasn’t been officially included in this year’s statewide Dob in a Dealer campaign (because we were last year and different police districts have been chosen this year), it’s important that we commit to a strong show of people power to help out police rid our communities of drugs that continue to wreak havoc in the region. 

Ice, which has been a problem for a few years, is highly addictive, cheaper than other drugs, makes users violent, drives crime rates up as users seek cash to fund their habits and strains the health and justice systems.

After the program was started by the Wellington Community in 2015, and supported with federal funding in 2016, Crime Stoppers and the NSW Government have this year launched the campaign once again to combat all drugs. 

The frontline fighters in the war against drugs have received funding, resources and training.

But, it is a war that will only be won at a local level by disrupting the manufacturing and distribution of ice on the streets of our towns and cities.

That is where the community comes in.

Police and Crime Stoppers launched their now annual Dob in a Dealer campaign earlier this week. This year the Central West Police District (which includes Orange, Parkes Forbes, Trundle and surrounding towns) will take part, with the program to launch in late February. 

But, that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t all be on the look out as well. 

The campaign once again highlights the important role community members can play in helping police shut down drug-making sndicates and arrest dealers. 

It is simple and safe. And it’s something we don’t need a special campaign to do. 

Residents can contact Crime Stoppers and report drug activities anonymously.

They will never be identified or called up for a court case.

But, providing information about someone in the community making or dealing drugs could lead to a major drug bust and put a dent in criminal syndicates.

The criminals spread misery and deserve the worst. If you know something, end them.

Call Crime Stoppers today – 1800 333 000. 

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