Cybercrime charge: Woman arrested in Sydney over alleged online death threat
A 27-year-old woman has been arrested and charged after she allegedly threatened to kill someone on social media.
Cybercrime detectives launched an investigation following reports of a woman allegedly sending threatening and offensive messages online.
On Thursday morning, after what NSW Police called “extensive inquiries”, a search warrant was executed in the harbour-side suburb of Balmain in Sydney’s inner west.
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There, she was charged with threatening to kill and cause serious harm by use of a carriage service, and intending to cause personal harm.
Detective Acting Superintendent Jason Smith said the incident highlighted how “quickly and swiftly cybercrime detectives act on reports of online threats”.
“Cybercrime Squad detectives take all reports of online threats seriously,” Det A/Supt Smith said.
“Our priority is to ensure the safety of the community and this arrest sends a clear message: if you think you can hide behind a screen to offend or threaten others, think again.
“Behind every keyboard is a person who can be traced, tracked, and brought to justice.”
The 27-year-old was granted conditional bail to appear before Downing Centre Local Court on Friday 5 September 2025.
