Peter Thurtell
Peter Thurtell is the Deputy Police Commissioner of New South Wales who will act in the role of Commissioner following Karen Webb's resignation. He has extensive experience within the force and is known for his commitment to police reform and community safety.
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Peter Thurtell announced his retirement after more than four decades of service in the NSW Police.
Bondi Junction hero cop Amy Scott diagnosed with cancer
Australia· 2026-01-12
Deputy Police Commissioner Peter Thurtell was involved in the discussions surrounding the neo-Nazi rally.
Police text messages reveal neo-Nazi rally falloutAustralia· 2025-11-21
Thurtell fell on his sword on Monday night and admitted he had been aware of the rally but had not relayed the information to Lanyon.
NSW neo-Nazi protest blunder exposes Minns government’s race hate lawsAustralia· 2025-11-13
Deputy Commissioner Peter Thurtell acknowledged that the police were aware of the threat posed by the National Socialist Network.
How neo-Nazis used NSW parliament for their vile endsAustralia· 2025-11-11
Acting NSW Police Commissioner Peter Thurtell said the emergence of neo-Nazi groups was so concerning.
Chris Minns responds to National Socialist Network rally at NSW ParliamentAustralia· 2025-11-08
Acting NSW Police Commissioner Peter Thurtell has acknowledged the 'enduring toll' borne by the family and colleagues of slain police officers.
Eight NSW Police officers added to wall of remembrance in The DomainAustralia· 2025-09-29
Peter Thurtell is one of the deputy commissioner applicants for the NSW police commissioner position.
Scots College’s $60M Library, Live Nation’s Stadium Bid, and Police HQ RumoursAustralia· 2025-09-14
Acting Commissioner Peter Thurtell addressed the emergence of neo-Nazi groups.
Police keep watch of White Australia Party proponents in NSWAustralia· 2025-09-06
Peter Thurtell is the acting commissioner mentioned as a continuity candidate for the commissioner’s job.
NSW Police deputy commissioner Mal Lanyon a front runner for top job despite incident outside Big MerinoAustralia· 2025-06-20
Acting NSW Police Commissioner Peter Thurtell called the attack 'sickening'.
Sydney gang rape alleged offenders should be unmasked, says survivor Tegan WagnerAustralia· 2025-06-19
Acting Police Commissioner Peter Thurtell expressed concerns about the violence in Sydney and the ongoing gangland feud.
Merrylands, Greystanes, Harris Park car fires link to kebab shop shooting probedAustralia· 2025-06-16
Peter Thurtell, acting NSW police commissioner, urged motorists not to drive through floodwaters.
Sydney weather worsens; Mid North Coast flooding continues, death toll risesAustralia· 2025-05-23
Acting NSW police commissioner Peter Thurtell said three more people had been reported missing.
NSW floods: one dead and ‘grave fears’ held for three missing people as crisis worsens | New South Wales
United Kingdom· 2025-05-22
Deputy Commissioner Peter Thurtell, who will act as commissioner during the search for Webb’s replacement, is not expected to apply.
Contenders for NSW Police commissioner jobAustralia· 2025-05-08
Peter Thurtell will act in Karen Webb’s role until her replacement is found.
Karen Webb, NSW Police Commissioner, to step downAustralia· 2025-05-07
