An investigation has commenced in relation to a communications tower being damaged in the state's Hunter Region.
About 3.15pm today (Wednesday 5 November 2025), officers from Newcastle City Police District responded to reports of a communications tower situated along Maitland Road, Hexham, being maliciously damaged.
The damaged is believed to have been caused about 9.30am today.
A crime scene has been established.
As investigations continue police are urging anyone with information about the incident – or was in the area at the time with any available dashcam/mobile phone footage – to contact Newcastle Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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