Commissioner Stephen Dametto

Stephen Dametto commenced his appointment as the NSW Crime Commissioner on 24 February 2026.

Stephen brings nearly three decades of experience in Australian and international law enforcement. He has led major operations targeting serious and organised crime, counter‑terrorism, money laundering, cybercrime, and transnational criminal activity.

Before joining the NSW Crime Commission, Stephen served in the Australian Federal Police (AFP) as Assistant Commissioner Eastern Command, overseeing the AFP's largest regional command including significant national investigations and operations. Before leading Eastern Command, Stephen was the AFP's Commander of Counter Terrorism Investigations East, overseeing AFP's involvement in joint counter‑terrorism teams in NSW, Victoria, Queensland and the ACT. In the role, he built specialist capabilities in online threat analysis, behavioural science, and countering terrorism financing to support Australia's counter terrorism efforts.

His career includes senior operational roles in the United Kingdom, including with the Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Command and the National Crime Squad (now the National Crime Agency), focusing on combatting terrorism and serious and organised crime, as well as playing a leading role in Australia’s investigative response to the MH17 disaster in Ukraine.

Stephen has also practised as a barrister in NSW, specialising in criminal law, proceeds of crime, administrative law, and inquests. He holds a Master of Studies (MSt) in Applied Criminology and Police Management from the University of Cambridge and qualifications as a Chartered Accountant. He is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Across all roles, Stephen has led organisational reforms and national initiatives that promote high performance and maximise operational effect. He is committed to integrity, public safety, and community-focused leadership.