Woman arrested for allegedly assaulting police officers in Port Macquarie

A 30-year-old woman has been charged with nine offences, including two counts of assaulting a police officer in the execution of duty, following an incident in Port Macquarie.

According to reports, the incident began on Friday, October 30, 2026, when a dog unit officer attempted to speak with the woman, who was wanted on three outstanding warrants, at a restaurant car park on Gordon Street. The woman allegedly exited her SUV and attempted to flee, assaulting the officer during the encounter. While attempting to leave the scene, her vehicle reportedly struck a parked hatchback and a pole.

During the subsequent arrest by Mid North Coast Police District and the Raptor Squad, the woman allegedly assaulted a second officer. Both officers sustained minor injuries. The woman was also facing charges related to an alleged assault on another woman on October 23. She was refused bail and scheduled to appear before a bail division court.