A 49-year old man is due to appear before the Lismore Local Court today accused of lighting multiple fires during a Total Fire Ban near Southern Cross University in East Lismore earlier this month.
The man allegedly became aggressive when security officers approached him on the same day, 6 February 2026, striking one with a branch and throwing sticks before fleeing.
Police have said they later found and arrested the man at a nearby unit, where he ‘made admissions’ to officers.
Meanwhile, the security officer allegedly sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment.
The accused man has had bail refused and was due to appear before the Lismore Local Court on 16 February 2026.
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