Police in New South Wales have launched a public appeal for information on the whereabouts of seven alleged fugitives believed to be frequenting suburbs across the Illawarra region. Mugshots of the individuals have been released as part of a warrant blitz by the Wollongong Police District.
Alleged Offences and Known Haunts
Authorities are seeking the community's help to locate the group, who are accused of a range of offences including assault, domestic violence, stealing, drug, and driving crimes.
Justin Bennis, 41, is wanted for alleged domestic violence offences. He is known to frequent the areas of Port Kembla and Bulli.
Scott Lincoln, 43, is accused of assault and stealing. Police say he is known to be around Warrawong and its surrounding suburbs.
Sophia Strang, 23, is wanted on warrants for alleged drug and driving offences. Her known haunts include Warilla, Primbee, and Flinders.
Warrant Blitz Targets Multiple Offenders
Jake Gage, 42, is sought for alleged shoplifting and malicious damage crimes. He is known to frequent Warilla and nearby suburbs.
Three other individuals are also targets of the police operation, though the specific crimes they are accused of have not been publicly detailed.
Slavco Bucukovski, 51, is wanted and known to frequent areas around Wollongong. Police describe him as Aboriginal with a large build, standing between 170-180cm tall, with black hair and green eyes. Officers confirm numerous inquiries into his location have so far been unsuccessful.
Chrystal Gordon, 36, is on the run and known to frequent Mangerton and Wollongong. She is described as Caucasian with a fair complexion and thin build, approximately 160-165cm tall with blonde hair and brown eyes.
Joel Westman, 26, is also being sought. He is known to frequent Wollongong, West Wollongong, and Figtree. Westman is described as Caucasian with a fair complexion and an obese build, standing 180-185cm tall with red hair, a red beard, and blue eyes.
Public Urged to Assist Police
NSW Police are urging anyone with information on the location of any of these alleged offenders to come forward immediately. The public should not approach these individuals but instead contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The warrant operation underscores ongoing police efforts to locate persons of interest across the Illawarra region. All information provided to Crime Stoppers is treated as confidential.
