At least 28 pieces of police uniform have allegedly been sold illegally by a man who had access to the items through his employment.
Benjamin Lee Onley appeared at Sydney's Sutherland Local Court on Tuesday after he was accused of stealing 71 pieces of unauthorised law enforcement uniform and attempting to sell them.
Police have confirmed that Onley was employed by a company involved in the procurement and disposal of NSW Police Force uniform and insignia.
The 50-year-old had access to items through his work, but police said investigations continue to determine the source of the items.
Onley was arrested on Tuesday after detectives searched his home in Thirroul on the NSW south coast earlier in July and seized a mobile phone.
Police allege the phone contained evidence that Onley had attempted to sell 71 pieces of NSWPF uniform and insignia, of which 28 were sold.
Photos shared by NSW Police revealed the items included badges, caps and brimmed hats.
Onley was also allegedly in possession of unauthorised firearms, including a pistol.
Following his arrest, he was charged with four offences including stolen property charges and possession of prohibited firearms.
Onley is in custody after not applying for bail at his first court appearance on Tuesday.
The matter is expected to return to court on August 12.
