NSW Police charge 'high risk' domestic violence offenders

More than a quarter of those arrested had been deemed as NSW's "most dangerous" offenders and 65 had outstanding warrants for violent crimes.

"Fourteen women have lost their lives in NSW in the past year as a result of domestic and family violence," deputy commissioner Mal Lanyon said.

"There is no excuse for this - these offenders pose a significant threat to victims, to family members, to other members of the community."

A total of 768 charges were laid across the four day blitz, 292 Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs) applications were made, 403 outstanding ADVOs were served, 4,828 ADVO compliance checks and 1,071 bail compliance checks were completed across the state.

Officers seized 29 firearms and 13 prohibited weapons as well as various illicit drugs.

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Deputy Commissioner Lanyon said the domestic violence policing strategy behind Operation Amarok was working.

"Police must continue the tactics employed by our high-risk offender teams to target these people, the seriousness of their crimes must not be understated.

"Operation Amarok is just one element of the NSW Police Force's overhaul of how we respond to and prevent domestic and family violence.

"Whilst focusing on perpetrators is one important aspect, a focus must always be on the health and well-being of victims."

Help is available:

Information about the NSW Police Force response to domestic and family violence, can be found online: https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/crime/domestic_and_family_violence.

Victims of domestic and family violence can find information about support services by contacting 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or visiting: https://www.1800respect.org.au.

Reports of domestic and family-related crime or abuse can be made by contacting or attending your local police station. In an emergency, contact Triple Zero (000).