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newy.com.au – A 17-year-old male has been charged following an alleged stabbing incident in Raymond Terrace on Sunday, 2 February 2025. Emergency services responded to reports of an assault on Benjamin Lee Drive around 2:30 am, where two 31-year-old men had been attacked, one sustaining a stab wound to the back. The injured man was transported to the hospital in serious but stable condition, while the other suffered minor injuries. Following investigations, Port Stephens-Hunter Police District detectives arrested the teenager at a Raymond Terrace residence on Monday, 3 February 2025. He was charged with reckless wounding and was refused bail to appear before a children’s court on Tuesday, 4 February 2025.
This incident contributes to ongoing concerns about safety in Raymond Terrace. In 2023, the suburb reported 297 cases of assault and related offences, highlighting a significant issue within the community.
Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to authorities.
In response to these concerns, local authorities have implemented several community safety initiatives. Port Stephens Council, in collaboration with the Port Stephens Police, developed the Crime Prevention Plan, targeting specific crimes to enhance community safety.
Additionally, the Raymond Terrace Community Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program promotes positive behaviour among students, aiming to foster a safer environment.
The Port Stephens-Hunter Police District also encourages residents to report any information related to criminal activities, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in crime prevention.
These combined efforts aim to address safety concerns and improve the overall well-being of the Raymond Terrace community.
newy.com.au - City of Newcastle welcomed the public back inside the Newcastle Art Gallery today, unveiling the first completed spaces of its expansion at the Laman Street site and offering a preview timed to the opening day of the New Annual festival. The partial reopening gives locals an early […]
