Senior Constable Robert Wallace is leaving the police after 10 years as the sole charge officer at Lawrence. Snr Const Wallace was not only the sole police officer in the town, but also its chief fire officer on the volunteer fire brigade. Clutha-Taieri area response manager Senior Sergeant Alastair Dickie said Snr Const Wallace was a ''firm but fair'' experienced officer who was committed to his community. Snr Sgt Dickie said if the public had an issue in ''the absence of their local plod'', they should call 111 or contact police and ask to speak to him. A plan was being established for policing Lawrence until the new officer arrived, using a range of staff and resources, Snr Sgt Dickie said.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 01, 2016 17:26 UTC