Dob in a bikie

Gangs Squad detectives have launched the 'Dob-in-a-bikie' initiative aimed at raising public awareness and reporting of illegal Outlaw Motor Cycle Gang activity.

The New South Wales Police Force has joined numerous other states across Australia in this joint effort to tackle OMCG crime.

The NSW Police Force is committed to targeting illegal activity by Outlaw Motor Cycle Gang members and their associated criminal enterprises.

Police continue to work in partnership with the community and encourage the public to 'dob-in-a-bikie' by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. 

The NSW Police Force reassures the public that this initiative is not aimed at targeting motorcycle enthusiasts, it is aimed at the illegal activities of Outlaw Motor Cycle Gang members and their associates.

If you are involved in any level of illegal OMCG activity, be warned - police and the public are watching.

There is often a 'code of silence' associated with OMCG crime as victims may fear reporting matters to police. As such we are aware of a number of extortion incidents which we are hopeful of investigating with the community's assistance.

The NSW Police Force wants to reassure the public and victims of crime that they can feel safe and assured that all reports are dealt with in strict confidence.

The NSW Police Force encourages anyone with information about OMCG crime to contact Crime Stoppers immediately.

The NSW Police Force has numerous strategies in place to target OMCG crime including Operation Ranmore and Strike Force Raptor.

A total of 1,115 OMCG arrests have been made under Operation Ranmore since May 2007, with 2,508 charges laid against OMCG members and their associates.

Meanwhile, Strike Force Raptor police have to date made a total of 203 arrests and laid 410 charges.

Members of the public are urged that if they become witness to any of the following, they should contact Crime Stoppers immediately:

What to look out for:

• Any acts of violence or overt crime involving OMCG members or associates;
• These may include drive-by shootings;
• Extortions - often targeting the building industry;
• If you see an OMCG member wearing gang colours who is involved in an act of crime or violence;
• If you see any suspicious behaviour in and around OMCG club houses in your area;
• If you are a witness to, or if you become aware of any illegal activity involving OMCGs.

Anyone who is witness to any of the above activities is urged to contact Crime Stoppers immediately on 1800 333 000.