Nomads National President arrested

ACT Policing’s Criminal Investigations, Taskforce Nemesis has arrested a 34-year-old Kingston man who is the National President of the Nomads Outlaw Motorcycle Gang.

The arrest was made during a joint operation with NSW Police Criminal Groups Squad, in Garran yesterday (Wednesday, 19 August 2020).

In April of this year, Taskforce Nemesis and NSW Police Criminal Groups Squad commenced a joint investigation into the activities of the Nomads’ National President to gain more intelligence for separate enquiries being pursued since December last year.

The investigation culminated yesterday, with the execution of two search warrants in Kambah and Kingston.

The man was wanted in relation to firearm and criminal group related offences.

The man has been conveyed to the ACT Watch House and is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Thursday, 20 August 2020) where NSW Police officers will apply for his extradition to NSW.

Detective Superintendent Scott Moller said he expected more charges to be laid in the future.

“At this time, investigations are still ongoing in relation to ACT specific offences relating to drug and property matters,” Detective Superintendent Moller said.

“With the arrest of this Nomads National President, the influence of this club within Canberra is now extremely limited.

“Outlaw criminal gang members should know Australian and International police agencies work collaboratively on these investigations, and state and international borders will not inhibit our ability to pursue these criminals.

“This investigation with our partners is very much ongoing, and any criminal gangs in the ACT and NSW remain our focus.”

Criminal Groups Squad Commander Detective Superintendent Robert Critchlow said this arrest sends a strong message to those who commit crimes in NSW and attempt to evade police interstate.

“If you wish to jeopardise the safety of the community through criminal activity in NSW, it is only a matter of time before we find you, no matter where you choose to hide,” Detective Superintendent Critchlow said.

“We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners across the country to ensure those who endanger lives through their illegal behaviour are put before the courts and held accountable.”

Anyone with information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.

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