Alleged Shoplifter Faces Court After Assaulting Security Guard In Newcastle East

 BY IAN CROUCH

A man is behind bars charged with assaulting a security guard after allegedly trying to shoplift less than $20 worth of food and drink from a Newcastle supermarket.

Police say the man and his girlfriend entered the Woolworths Metro outlet in Newcastle East yesterday (Wednesday 22 October, 2025) and were observed trying to leave the store with a spring roll, flavoured milk and orange juice valued at $17.10 without paying.

It's alleged the security guard tried to stop the woman who shoved him before the male approached and assaulted the guard.

Police were called and arrested a 40-year-old man.

He's due to face court today charged with five offences including assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

Police say the man was wanted in relation to other stealing offences.

The woman in her thirties left the store before police arrived.

Investigations are continuing.

 

Police Lay Charges Over Alleged Assault Of Elderly Man Outside Mayfield Cafe

 BY IAN CROUCH

A man has been charged over the alleged assault of another man outside a café in Newcastle earlier this month.

Police commenced an investigation on Tuesday 12 August 2025, following reports an 80-year-old man was assaulted outside a café on Maitland Road, Mayfield, about 2.45pm on Sunday 10 August 2025.

The 80-year-old man was uninjured.

Following inquiries, on Tuesday 19 August 2025, a 39-year-old man was issued a Field Court Attendance Notice for common assault.

He is due to appear before Newcastle Local Court on Thursday 2 October 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Man Assaulted And Robbed On Cardiff Street

 BY IAN CROUCH

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted and robbed at Cardiff early Friday morning.

Police say the 29-year-old was sitting on a bench on Veronica Street outside the Post Office just before 1.00am when he was approached by 3 males.

They spoke briefly to the man before assaulting him and taking his backpack.

The trio then fled in a white Toyota Tarago with green P plates.

The man was taken by ambulance to the John Hunter Hospital where he was treated to a laceration to his forehead.

Detectives are reviewing CCTV and are asking for anyone with dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

 

Two Boys Arrested Over Alleged Assaults On Newcastle Bus Drivers

 BY IAN CROUCH

Two teenage boys have charged over the alleged assault of two bus drivers in separate incidents last week.

Police have been told three males were fighting on a bus last Thursday when the driver stopped at New Lambton Heights are asked them to get off.

When leaving it's alleged one of the teens punched the driver.

A short time later the males boarded another bus and allegedly began causing a disturbance to passengers.

The bus stopped at Glendale where the passengers got off, but police say the trio forced open the rear door and assaulted the second driver.

Both drivers suffered minor injuries but were not taken to hospital.

Following extensive inquiries, police arrested a 14-year-old boy on Tuesday.

He was taken to Belmont Police Station and charged with two counts of common assault, stalk/intimidate with intent to cause fear or harm, and hindering police in the execution of their duty.

He faced the children's court on yesterday and was refused bail to face the same court next Monday, February 24.

Further inquiries led to the arrest of a second 14-year-old boy yesterday.

He was taken to Cessnock Police Station and charged with common assault and affray.

He was granted strict conditional bail to face the children's court on Monday February 24.

Inquiries into the incident are continuing.

 

BREAKING! Man Allegedly Stomped On At A Lake Macquarie Hotel

 BY IAN CROUCH

A man is in a serious condition in hospital after an argument turned violent at a Lake Macquarie hotel overnight.

Police say two men, who are known to each other, got into an altercation at about midnight just on closing time at the Warners Bay Hotel.

It's alleged a 46-year-old man suffered horrific head injuries when he was stomped on during the fight - he's been taken by ambulance to the John Hunter Hospital.

Police say a third man attempted to intervene.

Following inquiries, police arrested a 23-year-old man at Charlestown.

He's been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and common assault and refused bail to face court today (Thursday 21 April, 2024).

Cessnock Prison Officer Charged With Assault

 BY IAN CROUCH

A Correctional Officer has been charged over an alleged assault on a male inmate at Cessnock Gaol.

The Corrective Services Investigation Unit has been looking into the incident which allegedly occurred in January.

As a result, a 46-year-old man was arrested at Wyong Police Station yesterday (Monday 18 March, 2024).

He's been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and threaten to cause harm to prevent information to police, and granted conditional bail to face Cessnock Court on April 3. 

Man Facing Court Accused Of Assaulting Young Woman At Scone

 BY IAN CROUCH

A man is due to front court today (Wednesday 29 November, 2023) accused of assaulting a woman at Scone.

Police were called to Waverley Street in the early hours of Sunday morning following reports an 18-year-old woman had been followed and assaulted by a man before she was able to escape and run home.

Officers searched a home on St Aubins Street on Tuesday and seized several items for forensic analysis.

They also arrested a 26-year-old man and charged him with sexual touching, common assault, choking and intimidation.

He's been refused bail to face Singleton Local Court today.

90-Year-Old Woman Dies In Hospital Following Alleged Sexual Assault On The Central Coast

BY OLIVIA DILLON

A woman has died in hospital following an alleged sexual assault at an aged care facility on the Central Coast.

Police allege a man broke into a facility in Bateau Bay about 12:40am on Wednesday the 15th of November, 2023, where he sexually assaulted a 90-year-old woman.

The woman was taken to hospital suffering serious injuries.

34-year-old Brett Anthony Crawford was later arrested at a property in Caves Beach and remains before the courts. 

Police have since been notified the woman died in hospital this morning (Tuesday the 28th of November, 2023). 

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

BREAKING! Night Manager Bashed And Robbed At Raymond Terrace Pub

 BY IAN CROUCH

Port Stephens Police are searching for two men following an attempted stealing and assault at the Lakeside Tavern in Raymond Terrace.

Police say two attempted to steal a case of alcohol from behind the bar just on closing time at 11.30pm on Tuesday.

When confronted by the night manager, it's alleged one of the pair punched the 38-year-old man several times in the face before they ran off.

The worker was treated by paramedics at the scene.

A short time later, he discovered his keys had been taken and his car stolen from the parking lot.

One of the offenders is described as being between 18 and 30 years old, about 6' tall with a slender build and was wearing a high viz jumper with a hood.

The other man had a piece of red cloth covering his mouth and nose.

Anyone who saw the pair acting suspiciously outside the pub on Benjamin Lee Drive just before 11.30 on Tuesday night is urged to call Raymond Terrace Police.

Maitland Grossman High School Teacher Has Assault Conviction Overturned

BY OLIVIA DILLON

A high school teacher who was earlier this year found guilty of assaulting a student at Maitland Grossman High School has had his conviction overturned. 

63-year-old Michael John Kable was sentenced to a Community Correction Order in July, after he pleaded guilty to punching the student in the back of the head on the 21st of March, 2023. 

The conviction meant he would not have been able to continue teaching. 

However, in Newcastle District Court today, Judge Peter McGrath said although the assault was serious, Mr. Kable had been severely provoked in the lead-up to the incident. 

His appeal has been granted and he's been handed an 18-month good behaviour bond without conviction. 

Michael John Kable
Image: Newcastle Herald

Police Seeking Witnesses To Alleged Animal Assault in Wallsend

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Newcastle police are appealing for assistance, as they investigate reports of an alleged act of animal cruelty in Wallsend.

They're looking for witnesses to an incident which allegedly occurred in a car park at about 10:00am on Thursday the 31st of August, 2023. 

Officers have been told a man was seen dragging a German Shepherd dog into his utility and then proceeded to assault it.

They're calling on anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers. 

 

Police Arrest Man Accused Of Prompting PolAir Pursuit

BY OLIVIA DILLON 

A man has been charged following an investigation into an alleged assault and stolen car at North Lambton.

Police were called to a home on Acacia Avenue about 11:00am on Wednesday (16th of August 2023), and were told a man had been assaulted and had his car stolen. 

 

The 65-year-old man was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics for a laceration to his arm.

 

A short time later, police located the car abandoned on Mayo Street at Jesmond.

 

Police canvassed the area with assistance from PolAir and the Dog Unit, however the man was unable to be located.

 

Following extensive inquiries and a public appeal, a 36-year-old man was arrested at Waratah at about 12:40pm yesterday (17th of August 2023).

 

He was refused bail to face Newcastle Local Court today (Friday 18th of August). 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maitland Grossman High School Teacher Convicted of Common Assault, Despite Remorse

BY OLIVIA DILLON

The high school teacher from Maitland captured on video in a brawl with a student has learned his fate. 

A court heard 62-year-old Michael John Kable, had shown genuine remorse after admitting to the assault of a boy at Maitland Grossman High School on the 21st of March this year.

Presiding Magistrate Ron Maiden said he accepted Mr. Kable has been taunted by his class, was remorseful, and was unlikely to re-offend, but believed a conviction was warranted. 

He's been formally convicted of common assault and placed on an 18-month community corrections order. 

Ron Maiden said he believed it would be difficult for Mr. Kable to find another teaching job after the conviction, where Working with Children Checks were needed. 

Image: Newcastle Herald

Man Wanted Over Violent Domestic Incidents Facing Court After Dramatic Arrest At Metford.

 BY IAN CROUCH

A Maitland man accused of viciously assaulting and kidnapping a woman is due to face Maitland court today (Monday 26 June, 2023).

In March, Police commenced an investigation into the alleged assault of a woman by a man known to her at Upper Allyn.

On June 2, the woman presented at hospital with serious injuries requiring surgery.

It's alleged a 37-year-old man was involved in a pursuit the following day which was terminated for safety reasons.

Then on Friday, an off-duty officer spotted an allegedly stolen Landcruiser at East Maitland and the vehicle followed to Metford.

It's alleged two Police vehicles were rammed and two officers injured in a dramatic arrest of the wanted man.

He's been charged with 23 offences.

Students Rally Behind Maitland Teacher Charged with Assault

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Students rallied in support of a Maitland Grossman High School teacher as he arrived at court today. 

62-year-old Michael Kable is charged with common assault, after police were called to the school on the 21st of March, on reports a student had allegedly been struck by a male teacher.

Supporters say Mr Kable was pushed to his limit and was regularly subject to taunting and abuse from students. 

His matter has been adjourned to the 27th of April while he seeks further legal advice. 

Image: Newcastle Herald

Maitland Teacher Charged After Alleged Classroom Brawl

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Investigations are now underway, after a fight broke-out between a teacher and his students at Maitland yesterday.

Police were called to Maitland Grossman High School at about 2:00pm yesterday, following an alleged classroom brawl between a teacher and multiple pupils.

Smartphone footage of the event shows a physical altercation where punches were thrown and a table was launched at the teacher. 

A teenage boy who was dealt multiple blows was assessed and deemed uninjured. 

Police have confirmed this morning, the teacher has been charged over the alleged assault.

The Department of Education is investigating. 

 

A student filmed the brawl and shared the footage. (Nine News)

Six Charged Over Alleged Newcastle Pub Brawl

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Six people have been charged after a brawl broke-out at a pub in Newcastle last month.

It's alleged, a 36-year-old man threw glass at a wall and grabbed a female staff member after being asked to leave the premises.

A fight broke out, and shortly after, the man and three others left the venue. 

They returned two hours later and allegedly assaulted a number of patrons in the carpark of the premises, including a 33-year-old man who was knocked unconscious and taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment.

Following inquiries, Raptor North Squad officers executed four search warrants at properties in Cardiff, Edgeworth, Gillieston Heights, and Newcastle West from 5:00am yesterday, where they seized five firearms, cannabis, and MDMA.

Four men and two women were arrested.

It's believed all four men are senior members or associates of the Bandidos Outlaw Motorcycle Gang. 

 

One Man Under Police Guard After Alleged Home Invasion at Bolton Point

BY OLIVIA DILLON 

A 35-year-old man from Sydney is in hospital under police guard, following an alleged home invasion and assault in Lake Macquarie this week.

Police were called to a property on Quigley Road at Bolton Point, at about 10:40pm on Wednesday. 

At the scene, officers were told two men had allegedly forced their way into a property and assaulted two residents, aged 18 and 46, before running from the scene.

After becoming separated, one man drove-off in an unknown vehicle. 

A short time later, the second man was struck by a small light-coloured car, which left the scene. 

He suffered multiple leg injuries before seeking help at a home on Threlkeld Drive, where residents called an ambulance.

As investigations continue, anyone with information is asked to contact crime stoppers

BREAKING! Four Arrested Over Alleged Hunter Street Assault

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Four people have been arrested following an alleged assault in Newcastle West yesterday afternoon.

About 3.45pm, Newcastle City Officers and one Traffic and Highway Patrol Command officer intervened with a group fighting on Hunter Street in Newcastle West.

Police were told, the four people entered a shop on Hunter Street before allegedly assaulting the owners, a 25-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman.

The man suffered a suspected fractured jaw, and was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment. 

Following inquiries, a 16-year-old boy and two men, aged 18 and 20, were arrested at the scene and taken to Newcastle Police Station.

The 16-year-old was refused bail to appear before a children's court today. 

Both men were granted conditional bail to appear before Newcastle Local Court tomorrow 

Shortly after, a 20-year-old woman attended Newcastle Police Station and was also arrested in relation to the incident.

She was granted condition bail to also appear before Newcastle Local Court on Thursday the 2nd of March 2023.

Man Under Police Guard After Alleged Assault Of Supermarket Worker At Wallsend

 BY IAN CROUCH

A man remains under police guard in hospital as investigations continue into the alleged assault of a supermarket worker at Wallsend.

Emergency services were called to the Koreka Street shopping village at about 2.30pm on Monday where they found a 52-year-old man unconscious.

He was taken to the John Hunter Hospital in a critical condition.

Following inquiries, police arrested a 36-year-old man on University Drive at Birmingham Gardens at about 7.00pm on Monday.

He was taken to the Mater Hospital a short time later after complaining of feeling unwell.

Police say the injured worker is now listed in a serious but stable condition.