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Police Constable Killed in Redfern Crash; Driver Hospitalised
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Core Incident
In the early hours of Friday, a fully marked NSW Police vehicle travelling north on Gibbons Street in Redfern under lights and sirens struck a tree. The female constable seated in the passenger position died instantly. The male constable driving the vehicle was treated at the scene and transported to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in stable condition. NSW Police have declared the scene a critical incident and established a crime scene while investigators secure the area.
Officer Background & Immediate Aftermath
The deceased officer, described as being in her 20s, had joined NSW Police less than two years earlier and was on her first posting at Redfern Police Station after graduating from the Goulburn academy. Colleagues were observed hugging and comforting one another at the crash site. Detectives removed several bags of evidence from the vehicle and surrounding area.
Official Statements & Responses
Premier Chris Minns expressed condolences to the officer’s family, friends and colleagues, emphasizing the daily risks faced by police. NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley said the police family was mourning the loss and offered her sympathy to the officer’s loved ones.
Traffic Disruption & Ongoing Investigation
A large portion of Gibbons Street, extending to Cleveland Street, remains closed, with Regent Street north of Lawson Street and Wyndham Street also shut. Bus routes are being diverted and motorists are advised to avoid the area while investigators continue their examination, a process expected to take several days.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It’s just a tragic day for all police in NSW where two young officers were doing their job as police across the state do 24/7,” — Police Association
- “My thoughts are with the family, friends and colleagues of the officer who has lost her life,” — Premier Chris Minns
- “Today the NSW Police family is mourning one of its own,” — Yasmin Catley, NSW police minister
- “My heart is with her family, her loved ones and her colleagues on this dark day.” — Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane
- “She was out working while most of us were asleep, protecting the community,” — Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane
