Officers from Chifley Police District have launched an investigation into a series of alleged dangerous driving incidents in the Cowra area, which they believe may be linked.
The first report came in on Thursday, 17 July 2025, at around 8:45 pm when police received a tip-off about dangerous driving occurring along Evans and Redfern Street in Cowra. The second report, just over a week later, involved a white Holden Commodore spotted driving recklessly on Binni Creek Road at approximately 10:50 pm on Monday, 28 July 2025. According to the report, the Commodore allegedly overtook another vehicle on the left side of the road - an incredibly dangerous maneuver.
The footage of the second incident seen by the Cowra Guardian was also shared to social media, which attracts further penalties when certain crimes are committed whilst an offender is already on bail for a similar offense.
NSW Attorney General Michael Daley said “The new ‘post and boast’ offence targets 'performance crime' – where offenders post footage of their law-breaking online – in connection with car crime and break and enter offences."
“This behaviour is unacceptable and has to stop," he said. "People have a right to sleep safe in their beds in the sanctity of their home and should not have to face being retraumatised, ridiculed and shamed with images of the crime being made into a warped kind of ‘entertainment’."
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One Cowra resident, exasperated at the noise made by the drivers using their street as a personal speedway posted online "Me and my kids have had the worst day, we just want to sleep."
The careless behavior disrupting resident's peace and quiet did not go unnoticed.
Chifley Police District's Crime Manager, Inspector Thomas Murdoch, made it clear that such reckless behavior would not be tolerated. “Irresponsible behaviour by drivers will not be tolerated,” said Insp Murdoch. “Motorists should avoid putting themselves and other road users at risk.”
Cowra is equipped with several law enforcement resources to combat these issues. “Cowra has several resources available, including Highway Patrol, Proactive Crime Team, and General Duties Police, which target hotspot locations identified by intelligence and regularly conduct operations targeting traffic crime,” the Inspector added.
Inspector Murdoch also highlighted the severe consequences for those caught engaging in hooning or street racing activities. “Penalties include large fines, demerit points, loss of licence, prison, or impoundment - taking away your vehicle for up to three months, before storage fees must be paid to have the vehicle returned. On a second offence, your vehicle may be sold,” he said.
“Members of the public are strongly encouraged to report any dangerous driving or street racing offences to the police,” Inspector Murdoch urged.
The crackdown on hooning and street racing comes as authorities continue to take a firm stance against dangerous driving in regional areas, ensuring that the roads remain safe for all motorists and pedestrians.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Cowra Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
