“possible” relation in ‘the job‘: Colin J. G. MacKIE, NSWPF # 6962 ( NO relation )
S. J. MacKIE, NSWPF # 24893?
NSW Goulburn Police Academy- Class # 222C
New South Wales Police Force
ProCst. # 97484
Regd. # 23041
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 18 August 1986 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 7 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 7 November 1986 ( aged 19 years, 2 months, 27 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ? ( YES )
Final Rank: = Senior Sergeant
Stations: ?, Nowra, ?, Albury, ?, Liverpool ( 22 Division )( Detectives )( c1997 ), MacQuarie Fields ( 35 Division ), Camden ( 35 Division )( 1990s ), used to set up the ‘Minerva Rooms’ at Police HQ for Negotiator Training and LAC Critical Incident scenarios ( Education & Training Centre for Leadership & Management )( SenSgt )( c2009 ) – Retirement
Time employed with NSW Police: From: 18 August 1986 to 16 March 2012 = 25 years, 6 months, 27 days
Service: From 18 August 1986to 16 March 2012 = 25 years, 6 months, 27 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 44 years, 7 months, 5 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 11 years, 8 months, 4 days
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: Friday 11 August 1967
Died on: Monday 20 November 2023 ( about 2.25pm )
Age: 56 years, 3 months, 9 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: MVA – Motor Cycle Rider
Event location: Bairnsdale-Dargo Road, Fernbank, Victoria, Australia
Event / Diagnosis date: Monday 20 November 2023 ( about 2.25pm )
Funeral date: Tuesday 5 December 2023 @ 11am
Funeral location: St Paul’s Catholic Church, John St, Camden, NSW
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
222 Group C photo. We attested on 7/11/86. Virginia MacKie is front row third from right.
Goulburn Police Academy Class 222 Group C photo. Attested on 7/11/86. Virginia MacKie is front row third from right.
Rob BOEG # 23001, Virginia MacKIE # 23041 & Grant SEDDON # 22994 at the front counter of Nowra Police Station on 10 November 1986 as new Probationary Constables.
USA Bike trip – 2016. A fun loving person. Dennis GEARSIDE # 15147, ?, Virginia MacKIE # 23041
Virginia MacKIE # 23041 & Dennis GEARSIDE # 15147 USA bike tour – 2016
Virginia MacKIE # 23041 & Dennis GEARSIDE # 15147 USA bike tour – 2016
Virginia MacKIE # 23041 & Dennis GEARSIDE # 15147 USA bike tour – 2016
Virginia MacKIE # 23041 USA bike tour – 2016
USA bike tour – 2016 ?, Virginia MacKIE # 23041, Dennis GEARSIDE # 15147 Grand Canyon
* Story behind any Nickname: A play on her surname.
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The POS accused of fatally running over a young police officer has admitted stealing and driving the car but denies murdering the constable, a court has heard.
Reagan Ainslie Chown, 23, faced Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court in Perth on Wednesday ( 21 Feb. 2024 ) where he pleaded guilty to driving recklessly to escape police during a pursuit in a stolen Holden Cruze.
But he pleaded not guilty to murdering Constable Anthony Woods, 28, who was allegedly struck with the car in Ascot on June 8 last year.
The officer and his colleague had pulled over the vehicle and they were trying to detain three occupants when Constable Woods was allegedly dragged underneath as the car reversed.
Constable Woods was rushed to hospital in a critical condition and died on June 11.
He became the 88th WA Police officer to lose his life in the line of duty.
Constable Woods had only been on the force for about three years and had just passed his probation when he died.
He was farewelled at Optus Stadium on July 7.
In a statement after his death, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered.
“He was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard-working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.
“We ask that you keep Anthony’s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the young officer had been trying to keep the community safe.
“It was the sort of interaction that any of our officers may encounter any given day or night of the year, reminding us of the ever-present dangers facing police officers,” he said.
Constable Woods’ name has been added to memorial wall at the WA Police Academy in Joondalup, facing the flame of remembrance.
Chown will next face the WA Supreme Court on June 10.
Constable Anthony Woods succumbed to injuries suffered in the line of duty, while attending an incident in early June, in Ascot, Perth, Western Australia.
Three weeks previously, he had welcomed PolicingTV Founder, Bernard Rix, to Belmont Police Station in Perth, where they recorded this video intended to give PolicingTV viewers a detailed look behind the scenes.
Constable Woods’ family has asked that PolicingTV publish this video – today, the day of Anthony’s funeral – in his memory.
A personal statement by PolicingTV Founder, Bernard Rix:
It is with great sadness that I heard of the recent death, whilst on duty, of Western Australia Police Force’s Constable Anthony Woods.
Just last month, Anthony was chosen by the Force to provide me and PolicingTV with a guided tour of Belmont Police Station, in Perth. It was my great pleasure to film with him: he was a natural communicator, wonderfully friendly and engaging. I left Belmont that day having made a new friend, as well as with some wonderful film and memories.
My heart goes out to Anthony’s family, friends and policing colleagues. I may have met Anthony just the once, but his warmth that day made me feel I’d known him far longer. I hope this video helps bring back positive memories of a wonderful man: like so many others, I mourn his loss.
Thousands gather for funeral of police officer Anthony Woods in Perth
Thousands have gathered to honour Constable Anthony Woods after he was killed in the line of duty.
A West Australian police officer killed on duty is being laid to rest as his loved ones remember a larger-than-life character full of fun and joy.
A police funeral was held Thursday for Constable Anthony Woods, 28, who was allegedly run over by a man attempting to avoid arrest in June.
WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Loved ones mourn Perth officer Anthony Woods.
About 2000 officers and dignitaries stood in silence on Thursday as a bagpiper led the procession into a function room at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, WA Governor Chris Dawson, Police Commissioner Col Blanch and WA Premier Roger Cook were among the guests.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who paid tribute to Woods in a statement as a “young man cruelly robbed of his future”, was represented by local Labor MP Zaneta Mascarenhas.
Police chaplain Paul Trimble paid tribute to the “larger-than-life” character who was full of fun and joy, but always treated others with respect.
A firm but fair officer, he died doing what he loved best.
The service concluded with a police honour guard. Credit: 7NEWS
“Anthony was in his element and wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else in that moment,” Timble told the service.
The chaplain spoke of a man who Woods had previously arrested leaving a condolence card at the station when he attended to sign in for his bail conditions, describing the officer as “a gentleman”.
In a poignant tribute, Woods’ wife Emily said she was “proud” and “so grateful for you”.
“Your love made me really strong and I’ll carry that with me every minute of every day,” she said
Woods’ older brother Nathan paid an emotional tribute, promising to live life to the fullest in his sibling’s honour.
“I’ll do my best to pick up where you left off. You’ve left a legacy and a massive imprint on this world,” he said.
“I love you bro and always will … until next time, mate.”
Anthony Woods’ wife Emily said she was ‘proud’ and ‘so grateful’ to have known the fallen officer. Credit: 7NEWS
The service concluded with a police honour guard.
A few dozen members of the public gathered in gloomy weather to watch a livestream of proceedings outside the stadium.
Albanese said all Australians joined the officer’s family in mourning.
“He was a young man cruelly robbed of his future … an Australian who went to work and never came home,” he said.
“Like all police officers, Constable Woods knew the risks his job entailed, yet he bravely performed his duties, putting himself in harm’s way so others could be safe.”
Albanese said the hearts of all Australians went out to Woods’ wife, Emily, and his family.
“We grieve with his friends, his workmates and the broader police community, whose every member feels each loss so very deeply,” he said.
Earlier on Thursday, WA Police shared footage of Woods filmed just a month before his death.
The video was captured in May as part of a tour of Belmont Police Station as part of a series for PolicingTV.com.
“The selected footage demonstrates his professional, friendly and enthusiastic approach to the job he loved,” WA Police said.
Woods had just passed his probation with the force before he was killed, having volunteered at the PCYC before joining the police cadets in 2019 and moving into the recruit squad in 2021.
Emily has previously remembered him as a devoted husband and loving son, brother and uncle “who was taken from this Earth far too soon”.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates,” she said in a statement.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.”
Woods’ family was shattered by his death.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community,” the family said in a statement.
“We ask that you keep Anthony’s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
Blanch said Woods was a brave and dedicated police officer and it was a sad time for the “blue family”.
“You did your duty mate, we will remember,” he said at a press conference to announce the death.
WA Police headquarters was turned blue in honour of the officer, while flags were flown at half-mast in the wake of the officer’s death. Credit: 7NEWS
Flags flew at half-mast at police stations across the state soon after, and Const Woods was honoured in federal parliament as someone who exemplified the values of the force.
Reagan Ainsley Chown, 23, has been charged with Woods’ murder after a vehicle with stolen number plates that he was allegedly driving hit and dragged the young officer underneath.
Chown is scheduled to next appear in court on August 30.
‘Infectious smile’: Funeral held for fallen WA cop Anthony Woods
The wife of a police officer killed while on duty has recounted the day they cried “happy tears” when he was accepted as a police cadet.
Anthony Anderson
4 min read
July 6, 2023 – 4:26PM
Hundreds of police officers and dignitaries from all branches of emergency services have filed into Perth’s Optus Stadium for the funeral of Constable Anthony Woods.
The 28-year-old died in hospital on June 11, four days after he was allegedly run down and dragged by a car during an early morning vehicle stop in the inner-east Perth suburb of Ascot.
Mourners braved a chilly, overcast Perth morning as they waited to be let into the private service on Thursday, the facade of Optus Stadium illuminated in blue lights.
The coffin of Constable Woods leaving the service in an honour guard. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Although the forecast called for a high chance of rain, it graciously held off as uniformed officers, some donning their full dress uniform, entered the stadium.
Police commissioners from across the nation were in attendance.
Queensland Police Service also paid tribute to the fallen constable on social media.
“Today, we are thinking of our (WA Police) colleagues as they farewell Constable Woods. With Honour He Served,” it posted on Twitter on Thursday morning.
Members of the public gathered outside the stadium to watch the service on a big screen. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Even Anthony Albanese posted a tribute to Constable Woods ahead of the service.
“Like all police officers, Constable Woods knew the risks the job entailed, yet he bravely performed his duties, putting himself in harm’s way so others could be safe,” the Prime Minister said in a statement.
Representatives from the Australian Defence Force and St John Ambulance also headed inside as invited guests, joined by family and friends of the late Constable Woods.
Outside, members of the public gathered to watch the service in the BHP Amphitheatre, which features a large screen normally used for broadcasting whatever sporting event is taking place inside the venue at the time.
Those in attendance included WA Governor, former police commissioner, Chris Dawson, Police Commissioner Col Blanch, Premier Roger Cook and his Police Minister Paul Papalia, and Federal Opposition Leader and former Queensland police officer Peter Dutton.
Mr Albanese was represented by member for Swan Zaneta Mascarenhas, while WA’s National and Liberal parties were represented by Shane Love and Peter Collier respectively.
Eulogies during the service were delivered by Constable Woods’ brother Nathan, his mother Natalie, wife Emily, childhood mates, and colleagues from the Belmont Police Station, where the constable had been posted since December.
Nathan said his brother should have been the one speaking “in the limelight, in his element, making you smile”.
Constable Woods’ “infectious smile,” as his mother described it, continued to pop up in the eulogies.
“You may now have been able to live the longest life, but you lived a full one,” Nathan said.
Adolescent friends Max and Jacob fondly remembered their mate, known to them by his nickname “Fumbles”.
“He is someone who deserve better, and I’ll miss him every day,” Max said.
Constable Woods’ coffin being taken from the room ahead of his final trip to Karrakatta Cemetery. Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian/ Pool image
Belmont Police Station colleagues Shaun and James touched on “Woodsy’s” less-than-perfect driving ability and elicited laughs from the audience when they told of the time he accidentally “tasered the floor”.
But they also praised the quality of his police work.
Mum Natalie said in death her son “has been given angel wings and a golden heart”.
But perhaps most touching was the eulogy given by Constable Woods’ wife Emily.
“You cried all through our wedding vows while I was dry-eyed and professional, so I think it’s only fair that it’s my turn to cry in public,” she said.
She told the story of how they received the news Constable Woods had been accepted in the police cadet program while out grocery shopping and had held each other and cried happy tears in the middle of the store.
“We spent 95 per cent of the day doubled over in laughter, loving each other and planning our future,” Ms Woods said.
“Nothing in the world will replace the comfort and love you gave me.”
Emily Woods embraces WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch, alongside WA Governor and Mr Blanch’s predecessor, Chris Dawson. Picture: Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian/ Pool image
The service ended with the hundreds of police officers gathered forming an honour guard outside the stadium, where Mr Blanch radioed every officer statewide, calling on them to stand if they were able to have a minute’s silence for their fallen colleague.
Those driving were ordered to pull over, activate their emergency lights, and leave their vehicles for the minute.
Constable Woods’ body was taken to Karrakatta Cemetery, where he will be cremated.
The hearse was followed by mounted police units and bagpipe players as it made its way around the stadium. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
The funeral comes just a day after the man allegedly responsible for running down Constable Woods, Reagan Chown, fronted Perth’s Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court.
The 23-year-old appeared on a charge of murder, upgraded in the wake of Constable Woods’ death.
Mr Chown’s was adjourned until August 30 when he’ll appear on all charges relating to the alleged incident.
Police say Mr Chown was behind the wheel of a car that bore stolen number plates when it was pulled over by Constable Woods and his partner about 1am on June 8.
As the officers tried to apprehend three people in the vehicle, Mr Chown allegedly reversed over Constable Woods and dragged him some distance, causing him catastrophic injuries.
Other officers arrived and they had to lift the vehicle off Constable Woods and perform CPR until paramedics arrived.
Nathan Woods said his brother lived a full life. Picture: Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian
Mr Chown is the first person to be charged over the alleged killing of a WA police officer in the line of duty in 16 years since Constable Damien Murphy was run down by an unlicensed driver in 2007.
His killer was later jailed on a charge of manslaughter.
Constable Woods is the 88th WA Police officer to die in the line of duty.
A man who allegedly ran over and killed a West Australian police officer is now facing a murder charge.
Constable Anthony Woods, 28, died in hospital on Sunday night, four days after he was allegedly dragged under a car in Ascot in east Perth during an arrest.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the man in custody over the incident, Reagan Ainsley Chown, would have his charges upgraded.
On Tuesday, police revealed the 23-year-old had officially been charged with murder.
Mr Chown initially appeared in court on Friday and made no application for bail on a number of charges, including causing grievous bodily harm while trying to avoid arrest.
He appeared in court again on Tuesday via videolink from Hakea Prison on the murder charge. He did not apply for bail and will appear in Stirling Gardens Magistrate in July.
Flags were flown at half mast outside the WA Police headquarters and at police stations across WA on Monday.
WA Police officer Anthony Woods (left) with wife Emily
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch revealed on Monday that Constable Woods had just finished his probation prior to the tragic incident.
He described the young officer as someone who liked to joke with friends and colleagues at Belmont police station.
“We spoke about his cheeky grin and the pranks that he pulled,” Mr Blanch said.
“He had a bubbly personality, he was very personable, he was well loved by all.
“Anthony was a brave and dedicated police officer. You did your duty mate. We will remember.”
Mr Blanch said a full police funeral would be offered to Constable Woods’ family, who shared a tribute to the late officer on Monday.
In a statement, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered by the loss of their “dear Anthony”.
“He (Mr Woods) was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.
“We ask that you keep Anthony‘s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
On Sunday, WA Police said in a statement: “Constable Anthony Woods exemplified the values of the WA Police Force.
“His is memory will be forever etched in our hearts.
“We extend heartfelt condolences to Anthony’s family, colleagues and all those who knew and loved him.”
Constable Woods and his partners were following a vehicle with allegedly stolen plates about 1am on Thursday.
The vehicle came to a stop on Ascot Place before police approached the vehicle and the three people inside.
It is alleged the car suddenly reversed while police were dealing with the driver.
“He (Constable Woods) has subsequently been pinned by that vehicle,” Mr Blanch said.
“His partner then had a desperate few minutes to not only put three suspects into custody inside that vehicle but also try to save the life of his partner.”
Other officers arrived soon after and rushed to assist.
Police used a nearby resident’s car-jack to lift the car off Constable Woods before performing CPR.
Constable Woods was resuscitated before being rushed to hospital soon after in a critical condition.
Constable Woods’ death marks the 88th police officer in the state to die in the line of duty.
WA Premier Roger Cook took to social media to share his condolences to the force.
Deputy Commissioner Col Blanch said the car suddenly reversed while police were dealing with the driver.
“I am devastated by the horrific events that occurred last week resulting in the death of one of our police officers,” Mr Cook said.
“Actions like these are senseless – and going to work should be safe.
“I know I speak on behalf of everyone in WA, in sending our love and thoughts to Anthony’s family, friends and colleagues. His life was dedicated to making our state a safer place for West Australians.
“He is to be commended on his dedication and bravery.”
Perth Mayor Basil Zempilas said on Sunday the Council House would be lit blue to honour Constable Woods.
“We remember his bravery and mourn his loss,” Mr Zempilas said.
“Our deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
“Our city has lost a hero.”
City of Gosnells councillor and former police officer Glenn Dewhurst also paid his respects.
“Even though I have been out of the force for some time, it still hits home when one of your own loses their life,” he said.
“God bless you – your family and friends and your colleagues past and present.”
Police said the vehicle’s other two occupants, a 20-year-old woman and 25-year-old man, had been released pending further investigation.
Accused cop killer in court one day before Constable Anthony Woods’ funeral
The man accused of fatally running down a police officer made a brief appearance in court just a day before his alleged victim is farewelled.
Anthony Anderson
2 min read
July 5, 2023 – 1:14PM
The man accused of fatally running down a West Australian police officer has briefly appeared in court the day before his alleged victim is farewelled in a massive service.
Constable Anthony Woods will be honoured in a private funeral service at Optus Stadium on Thursday, expected to be attended by thousands of his fellow officers.
The 28-year-old’s life support was switched offfour days after suffering catastrophic injuries after allegedly being backed over and dragged by a car he and his partner had stopped in the inner-eastern Perth suburb of Ascot in the early hours of June 8.
The man allegedly behind the wheel of the vehicle, Reagan Ainsley Chown, had his case briefly heard in Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
The 23-year-old appeared via video link from Hakea Prison in his first appearance in Stirling Gardens following appearances in Perth Magistrates Court, where he had his charges upgraded to murder.
He’s also facing a number of drugs charges as well as reckless driving to escape pursuit by police and driver of a vehicle failed to comply with a direction to stop (circumstance of aggravation), which also relate to the June 8 incident.
His matter was adjourned to August 30 when all of his charges, including the count of murder, will be heard together.
During the fatal incident, Constable Woods and his partner had been trying to detain three people in the stopped vehicle, which allegedly bore stolen number plates, when it allegedly reversed and struck Constable Woods.
Other officers arrived and had to lift the car off the critically injured constable, performing CPR until paramedics arrived.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch previously spoke about visiting Constable Woods’ colleagues at Belmont Police Station in the days following his death.
“We spoke about his cheeky grin and the pranks that he pulled,” Mr Blanch said.
“He had a bubbly personality, he was very personable, he was well loved by all.
“Anthony was a brave and dedicated police officer. You did your duty mate. We will remember.”
In a statement following his death, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered by the loss of their “dear Anthony”.
“He (Mr Woods) was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.”
Mr Chown is the first person to be charged over the alleged killing of a WA police officer in the line of duty in 16 years since Constable Damien Murphy was run down by an unlicensed driver in 2007.
His killer was later jailed on a charge of manslaughter.
* Story behind any Nickname: Woodsy – stemming from the surname Woods. Fumbles: ?
As of 16 February 2024, the offenders Court matter, involved in our Blue Brothers Murder, has still not been finalised.
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DARWIN: A policeman drowned at the weekend after the patrol car he was travelling in rolled off a wharf at Darwin.
Police said yesterday that Detective Sergeant Ian Bradford, 37, and his partner were patrolling the Old Fort Hill wharf at 11.30pm on Saturday when their patrol car rolled off the edge of the dark pier.
Sergeant Bradford‘s partner, who was driving, struggled back to shore and was treated for shock and lacerations.
Police divers recovered Sergeant Bradford‘s body just after midnight. He is survived by his wife, Dianne, and three children.
Police said a report on the incident had been submitted to the Coroner.
Detective Sergeant Second Class Ian BRADFORD was a passenger in a CIB vehicle which was patrolling the Darwin wharf area just prior to midnight on the 28 January 1984.
The Wharf was being extended to join up with another section and was incomplete.
The vehicle went over the edge between the two wharves.
The driver, Detective Jon HAYES, managed to get out of the sinking car, and although he dived down several times to try to extricate the passenger, Detective Bradford was knocked unconscious and drowned inside the police vehicle.
Detective Sergeant Bradford joined the NT Police Force on 19 February 1973 and served in Darwin and Alyangula.
Ian and his partner, Jon Hayes were patrolling the Darwin Wharf area just prior to midnight on 28 January, when their police car drove off the Fort Hill wharf, which was under construction.
Despite Jon’s valiant efforts Ian drowned. He left behind his wife, Di, and three young children – Philip, Graham and Paula.
Thank you for your service.
Peter Thomas STONE
| 21/11/2023
Peter Thomas STONE
AKA Stoney
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“possible” relation in ‘the job’: ?
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # DPP 7 ( Class 281 )
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 34893
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 4 September 2000 ( aged 21 years, 9 months, 24 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 22 December 2000 ( aged 22 years, 1 month, 11 days )
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Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( January 2023 )
PETER is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * BUT SHOULD BE IN TIME
PETER IS mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance
PETER IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills
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On New Year’s day, ( 1 January 2023 ) the Blue Mountains Police Rescue Squad lost one of their most respected rescue operators. Sgt Stone was killed rescuing his son from a rip on the state’s far south coast.
Sergeant Stone was not only a much loved Rescue Operator with the squad but also a General Duties Sergeant with the Blue Mountains Police area Command. From coordinating large scale, multi-agency search and rescue operations to mentoring a junior staff member, he would give freely of his time even if he didn’t have the time to give.
He leaves behind a wife and a young family.
The NSW Police Legacy has set up a fundraising page to assist Sgt Stone’s family.
All funds raised will be used to help ease the financial burden on the family during this difficult time, and provide ongoing support for their future.
Any contribution that you can make is greatly appreciated.
Please click on the below link to make a donation.
The man who died while rescuing a teenager caught in a rip on the state’s south coast has been identified as a serving NSW Police officer.
Sergeant Peter Stone, aged 44, drowned after rescuing his 14-year-old son at a beach near Narooma on Sunday (1 January 2023).
Sgt Stone attested in December 2000 and was most recently performing duties at Blue Mountains Police Area Command, which included specialist rescue operations.
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb extended condolences to Peter’s family and friends.
“Sergeant Stone was well-liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” Commissioner Webb said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the NSW Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains Police Area Commander, Superintendent Don Faulds, said Peter was exceptional man, a brilliant operator and will be dearly missed.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” Supt Faulds said.
“He was always quick – if not first – to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
Sgt Stone’s family has requested the media continue to respect their privacy at this time.
Tragedy as off-duty police officer dies after rescuing son at Narooma beach
The police officer helped his son out of a rip before getting into trouble himself.
An off-duty police officer who died after saving his son, who got into trouble in the water at an unpatrolled beach on the NSW south coast, has been identified.
Peter Stone, 45, went to rescue his 14-year-old son after he got caught in a rip at Bogola Beach, near Narooma, on New Year’s Day.
He was able to help the boy out of the water before he became caught in the rip.
He was pulled from the water unconscious.
Paramedics were called to the beach about 1.30pm and performed CPR on him, but he could not be saved.
The family had been on holiday in the area and the man’s wife was at the beach at the time of the incident.
The man has been identified as a sergeant with the NSW Police Force, attached to the Blue Mountains Police Area Command.
Stone attested in December 2000 and his duties included specialist rescue operations.
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb extended condolences to Stone’s family and friends.
“Sergeant Stone was well liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” Webb said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the NSW Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains Police Area Commander, Superintendent Don Faulds, said Stone would be dearly missed.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” Faulds said.
“He was always quick – if not first – to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
Tragic rescue
Acting Inspector Paul Hoyer said the rip was “quite substantial”.
“This is a tragedy that will cut through to the family, his friends, his work mates,” Hoyer told reporters on Monday.
“It’s devastating at this time of the year.”
Hoyer said the South Coast, which is a popular tourist destination, was busy at this time of the year.
He warned people should be careful when heading out on the roads and going to beaches.
“If you do want to go to the beach, swim between the flags at a patrolled beach,” he said.
Local police are investigating the incident and will prepare a report for the coroner.
Any witnesses or those with information about the officer’s death are urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
A New South Wales police officer — who drowned while saving his son from a rip on the state’s south coast — has been remembered as a “hero” who was skilled in rescue operations.
Key points:
Sergeant Peter Stone worked in the Blue Mountains
He was passionate about rescue operations and has been labelled a “hero” by colleagues
As his final act, Sergeant Stone, 44, saved his 14-year-old son
The 44-year-old had entered the water at a secluded beach to rescue his son, 14, from a strong rip just before 1:30pm.
He managed to push his son to safety but Sergeant Stone did not survive, despite the efforts of lifesavers, who performed CPR.
Sergeant Stone — who was off-duty at the time — joined the force in 2000 and was most recently attached to the Blue Mountains police command, where he performed specialist rescue operations.
New South Wales Police Commissioner Karen Webb offered her condolences to Sergeant Stone’s friends and family.
“Sergeant Stone was well-liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” she said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the New South Wales Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains police commander Superintendent Don Faulds said Sergeant Stone was considered a mate and hero to his colleagues.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” he said.
“He was always quick — if not first — to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
On Monday, Surf Life Saving NSW chief Steven Pearce said Sergeant Stone’s actions had saved his son.
“Heroically, he was able to assist [the boy] out of danger, out of the rip, but he himself remained in the rip and submerged in front of witnesses,” Mr Pearce said.
It has been the busiest summer period for lifesavers in three years, with thousands flocking to New South Wales beaches over the holidays, free of COVID-19 restrictions.
More than 1,000 rescues have been performed so far this summer, according to Surf Life Saving NSW president George Sales.
Family and friends of Sergeant Peter Stone will farewell the fallen officer at a full police funeral in the state’s Blue Mountains today (Thursday 12 January 2023).
The highly regarded police officer drowned after rescuing his 14-year-old son at Bogola Beach, south of Narooma on Sunday 1 January 2023
A funeral procession with marching escort will travel along the College access road at the conclusion of the church service.
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb extended condolences to Peter’s family and friends.
“Sergeant Stone was well-liked by all those who knew him, and we are not surprised by his selfless actions,” Commissioner Webb said.
“His death is a tragic loss to the NSW Police Force and my thoughts are with Peter’s wife, family, friends and colleagues during this terribly sad time.”
Blue Mountains Police Area Commander, Superintendent Don Faulds, said Peter was exceptional man, a brilliant operator and will be dearly missed.
“Peter had dedicated his professional life to helping the community and had a real passion for rescue operations, particularly here in the rugged mountain terrain,” Supt Faulds said.
“He was always quick – if not first – to offer his help or assistance around the command and his colleagues considered him a mate.
“As we mourn our mate, we acknowledge the loss of a husband, father and hero.”
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Bankstown policeman, Constable Chris McINTOSH recently took charge of a gleaming new patrol bike and although it is capable of hitting 125 miles an hour, represents safety for members of the public. Constable McINTOSH told last week how he chased a speeding motorist some time ago with the car reaching more than 90 miles an hour on Hume Highway between Woodville Rd and Yagoona. Constable McINTOSH was riding a bike which has since been disposed of by the Police Department. If he had had the new cycle he now rides, the chase would have been over earlier and thus danger to the public would have been reduced. The new machine is a Honda 750 of four cylinders and other car on Australian roads could out run or out manoeuvre it. Constable McINTOSH has been riding motor cycle for eight years, five of them with the Police Department. The bike is two seconds faster than the latest Phase three Falcon GTHO over a standing quarter mile and reaches 105 miles an hour from rest in 12.6 seconds. It weights about 530 pounds with large disc brake at the front and live speed gearbox.
Shortly after 9.30am on 22 September, 1973 Constable McIntosh was riding a Police Special Traffic Patrol solo motor cycle from Bankstown Police Station to Lakemba. As he was travelling along Wattle Street a panel van travelling in the opposite direction made a right turn in front of the police cycle. Constable McIntosh was unable to avoid a collision and the cycle struck the side of the van. The constable died as a result of injuries received in the collision.
The constable was born in 1946 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 8 August, 1966. At the time of his death he was attached to the Traffic Branch.
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William FREEMAN on 7 August 2022 at the Mercantile Hotel, the Rocks, NSW.
David UPSTON, William FREEMAN, Brian FRIEND on 7 August 2022 at the Mercantile Hotel, the Rocks, NSW.
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( August 2022 )
BILL is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Former Sergeant Bill Freeman, 74 years of age has succumbed to injuries received last week. He was the driver of a State Transit bus which was hit by a semi trailer. Bill was trapped, suffering critical injuries.
The driver of the semi was charged and now will no doubt have those charges upgraded.
Bill formerly worked at Bass Hill police.
Thinking of his family and many friends at this awful time. May he Rest In Peace
Bill also raced speedway cars and is reputed with having a small ‘cannon’ at Bass Hill Police Stn in years gone by.
He is also reported to have run in a number of City to Surf foot races over the years.
Worked with bill fir many years at bass hill plus he was the oldest police footy player to come out of retirement and play when we needed him
A wonderful man who was a character and a great old school cop
Bus driver dies in hospital following crash – Wetherill Park
Wednesday, 24 August 2022 07:16:42 AM
A man has died in hospital following a crash in Sydney’s west last week.
About 11.45pm on Thursday (18 August 2022), emergency services were called to the intersection of Davis Road and the Liverpool-Parramatta Transitway, Wetherill Park, following reports a Kenworth semi-trailer and a state transit bus had collided.
The bus driver – a 74-year-old man – was trapped in the vehicle, before being freed by Fire and Rescue NSW.
He suffered serious injuries and was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition.
Four male passengers on the bus were treated for minor injuries.
Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command established a crime scene, and specialist officers attached to the Metropolitan Crash Investigation Unit commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The truck driver – a 26-year-old man – was charged and remains before the courts.
Police have now been told the 74-year-old man died in hospital about 10am yesterday (Tuesday 23 August 2022).
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
Additional charges laid after fatal crash – Wetherill Park
Monday, 29 August 2022 03:55:37 AM
Police have laid additional charges following a fatal crash in Sydney’s west earlier this month.
About 11.45pm on Thursday (18 August 2022), emergency services were called to the intersection of Davis Road and the Liverpool-Parramatta Transitway, Wetherill Park, following reports a Kenworth semi-trailer and a state transit bus had collided.
The bus driver – a 74-year-old man – was trapped in the vehicle, before being freed by Fire and Rescue NSW.
He suffered serious injuries and was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics then taken to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition.
Police were advised the man subsequently died in hospital on Tuesday 23 August 2022.
Four male passengers on the bus were treated for minor injuries and have since recovered.
Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command and specialist officers attached to the Metropolitan Crash Investigation Unit commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As part of ongoing inquiries, police charged a 26-year-old man over his alleged involvement in the crash earlier this month. He remains before the courts.
Following further inquiries, the Woolgoolga man’s charges have been upgraded to dangerous driving occasioning death and negligent driving occasioning death.
Additionally, he’s been charged with three counts of not stop at stop line at red light, two counts of not stop at stop line at yellow light, and five counts of driver use mobile phone when not permitted.
He remains on conditional bail and will appear at Fairfield Local Court today (Monday 29 August 2022).
Bus driver fighting for life after horror crash in Sydney
William Robert FREEMAN, ( Bill FREEMAN ) with St Joseph’s – Sefton 1981 L Grade Rugby Team.
William Robert FREEMAN, ( Bill FREEMAN ) with ?
William Robert FREEMAN, ( Bill FREEMAN ) with ?
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Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 31 October 1988 ( aged 22 years, 1 month, 14 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 28 April 1989 ( aged 22 years, 7 months, 11 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed? ? ?
Final Rank= Senior Constable – Retired HOD on 5 March 2009
Stations: Armidale, Byron Bay, Port Macquarie – Mid North Coast Target Action Group ( TAG ) – Retirement
Service: From 30 October 1988 to5 March 2009 = 20 years, 4 months, 2 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 42 years, 5 months, 16 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 12 years, 10 months, 4 days
Awards:Bravery Medal ( BM ) – granted 14 February 2000 ( SenCon )
2000 Peter Stuckey Mitchell Award ( for acts of unselfish heroism)
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted ? ? ?
Commissioner’s Valour Award – granted ? ? ?
NSW Police Medal – granted ? ? ?
Commissioner’s Olympic Citation
Born: Saturday 17 September 1966
Died on: Sunday 9 January 2022
Age: 55 years, 3 months, 23 days
Cause: Fatal Trail Bike accident
Event location: Bindara Trail, Black Mountain Road, Towallum, NSW
Event date: ?
Funeral date: ? ? ?
Funeral location: ?
At Jason’s request, there was no official funeral as such. It was his wish for family and friends to celebrate his life – not mourn his loss.
Jason Bryant enjoying a beer. ” Don’t mourn my loss but celebrate my life “
Celebration of Life location:Tacking Point Surf Club, Port Macquarie, NSW
Celebration of Life date: Sunday 23 January 2022 @ 2pm – 6pm
please don’t dress up for this event; Jason would have liked to see people dressed casually and comfortably. Board shorts, T-shirt, thongs
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Cremated
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time (January 2022 )
JASON is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Jason is survived by his wife Debbie Bryant; children Joshua Bryant, Danni Mackay & Taylor Bryant; and mother Margo Bryant.
Debbie Bryant is also the name of Ashley Bryant‘s wife.
Jason is the brother of retired member Ashley Bryant (deceased 16 Dec 2013).
Tribute: Port Macquarie’s Jason Bryant remembered
Liz Langdale
Jason Bryant enjoying the surf.
Jason Bryant with his wife Deborah and children Taylor, Danielle and Joshua
Port Macquarie’s Jason Bryant was a family man with a big heart.
The 55-year-old passed away suddenly on January 9.
Mr Bryant was active within the Port Macquarie-Hastings community – including through his employment within the police force, and as a member of the Tacking Point Surf Life Saving Club.
Tacking Point SLSC president Mick Lang said Mr Bryant was an extreme waterman and arguably one of the best Inflatable Rescue Boat drivers on the Mid North Coast.
Mr Bryant put his rescue skills into action when he was involved in a mass rescue on the Hastings River in 1999.
Mr Bryant, who was a Senior Constable at the time, utilised an inshore rescue boat and with a colleague’s assistance, continually entered the most hazardous section of the bar.
They rescued members of the Port Macquarie Sea Rescue group, who had been thrown from their boat.
As a result of his efforts, he received the New South Wales Police Service‘s most coveted honour, the Peter Stuckey Mitchell Award in 2000.
Mr Bryant met his wife Deborah when he was 18-years-old and they were married for 33 years.
The couple had three children – Joshua, Danielle, and Taylor.
The family enjoyed annual trips to the Gold Coast and spent time at the local beaches and rivers in the Port Macquarie-Hastings.
Mr Bryant served in the NSW Police force for 20 years and he was stationed at Armidale, Byron Bay and Port Macquarie.
After leaving the force, Mr Bryant worked in a number of different roles and also developed his own business Seaside First Aid Training.
Mrs Bryant said her husband loved the ocean but also enjoyed getting out into the bush.
He went camping and on multi day hikes with his family and friends.
Mr Bryant also enjoyed adventure motorbike rides, where he would often stop in the middle of nowhere to take in the scenery and the quiet environment.
The family invites all those who knew Jason to attend his Celebration of Life, to be held on Sunday 23rd January 2022 from 2 – 6pm at Tacking Point Surf Club, Port Macquarie, NSW.
The bar will be open and if you would like to bring a share plate that would be greatly appreciated.
Kind regards,
The Bryant Family
Additionally, the Port Macquarie Surfing Museum has arrange a “Paddle out for JB” on Saturday 22nd January 2022 from 10am at Town Beach, Port Macquarie.
Senior Constable Jason William BRYANT, Port Macquarie Police Station, Hay Street, Port Macquarie NSW 2444.
On the afternoon of 24 May 1999, Senior Constable Bryant assisted in the rescue of six people who were stranded after their vessel had overturned in rough seas on the Port Macquarie bar.
Senior Constable Bryant, on hearing that a local rescue vessel had overturned on a sand bar, made the decision to launch another rescue vessel despite dangerous sea conditions.
Once the vessel was launched, Senior Constable Bryant, who was piloting the vessel and accompanied by another police officer, ( Senior Constable Anthony Francis LONG, NSWPF # 21197. See page 22 in below link ) proceeded out of the river entrance to the bar.
The surf was at a height that prevented him seeing the stranded people. Through contact with Marine Radio Base, he was directed to the disabled vessel, some 300 metres to the north.
En-route, the other officer was injured as the surf and swell pounded him against the interior of the vessel.
Senior Constable Bryant saw the stricken vessel with two people aboard.
On reaching them, Constable Bryant was informed that there were four people in greater danger as they had been swept away in the water.
Senior Constable Bryant and the other officer located these four people and pulled them aboard, one at a time.
On returning to the stricken vessel, the boat had capsized again and the people were clinging to the sides of the overturned vessel.
Senior Constable Bryant could not take the men aboard as it was beyond the capacity of the vessel, but reassured them that he would return.
Returning to the river entrance, another vessel took aboard the four men and Senior Constable Bryant’s injured colleague.
Senior Constable Bryant immediately returned to the overturned vessel, but the men had been swept away.
Senior Constable Bryant spotted the men some 30 metres away. On reaching the men, and as he attempted to rescue one of them, he had to turn the vessel quickly to avoid an oncoming wave. On the next attempt, he pulled the man to safety and then rescued the other man.
By his actions, Senior Constable Bryant displayed considerable bravery.
“THE Sea Rescue’s rubber duckie was washed up on North Beach but the fate of Rescue One, worth around $120,000, with all equipment, was still unknown late yesterday.”
That was how the Port Macquarie News reported the May 1999 sea drama that claimed Port Macquarie Sea Rescue’s boat, Rescue One.
On Monday though, 20 months after the boat sank and disappeared, the fate of the six-metre twin hulled Kevlar Cat was finally revealed: on a Queensland beach, some 1400 kms north of where it went down.
The lead-up to the boat’s sinking was one of the most dramatic events ever witnessed on the Hastings, and culminated in bravery awards for eight members of Port Macquarie Sea Rescue and two Port Macquarie policemen.
The drama began on the afternoon of May 24, 1999, when five Sea Rescue members headed across the Hastings River bar in Rescue One in an effort to ferry supplies to two stranded yachts.
Rescue One however lost power in the high seas and overturned, throwing the crew into the water.
Two other Sea Rescue members went to their aid in the group’s rubber duckie but this too was swamped, leaving it up to Senior Constables Tony Long and Jason Bryant who commandeered another rubber duckie and eventually rescued all the crew in a dramatic hour witnessed by hundreds along the shore.
Port Macquarie Sea Rescue’s rubber duckie was eventually washed up but Rescue One was last seen on May 26 1999, 18 miles off the coast south of Forster. Sea Rescue members presumed the boat had eventually been hit and sunk by a ship.
That is until Monday when Bryan Stewart of Oxley Insurance Brokers in Port Macquarie took a call from a Mackay resident who said the hull of a boat – identified as Rescue One by the writing still visible on the side – had been brought in to a Mackay beach by a Queensland survey boat.
The survey boat had been travelling north when the crew noticed the hull of a boat floating out to sea about 110 km south-east of Mackay.
They winched it aboard.
On arriving at their destination near Mackay, they obtained permission to dump it on a harbour wall where it was noticed by a pensioner, keen to salvage what was left.
He then contacted another Mackay resident, who on closer inspection noticed the partial names of “Oxley Insurance Brokers” and “Port Rescue”, the only writing still visible under layers of barnacles.
Using investigative skills that would make any detective proud, the resident rang Telstra to see if there was a listing for an Oxley Insurance Brokers in Port Macquarie and soon found himself talking to Mr Stewart.
“I was just nonplussed when he rang and thought ‘is he for real?’,” said Mr Stewart, who is still amazed the boat has turned up so far away from where it sank.
Mr Stewart is now waiting to hear from the insurance company, which is the boat’s legal owner after paying out on it more than 18 months ago, to see if the pensioner can salvage it.
There is nothing left of the boat above the hull but amazingly the engines are still attached, although the boat itself “smells pretty bad”.
For Port Macquarie Sea Rescue, the boat’s discovery is wonderful news.
“We’re so pleased about it because we had that boat for 13 years and were very attached to it,” said president Ron Isaacs.
“For the people of Port Macquarie it was a lifesaving vessel and to see it maybe rejuvenated makes us very happy.”
THE New South Wales Police Service’s most coveted honour, the Peter Stuckey Mitchell Award, has been award to Port Macquarie Senior Constable Jason Bryant.
The award, which is for acts of unselfish heroism, is presented to only one serving policeman a year. It was Sen. Const. Bryant’s role in last year’s dramatic Hastings River rescue that gained him the honour, the latest of many he has received.
In fading light and huge seas, Sen. Const Bryant, along with Sen. Const Tony Long, utilised an inshore rescue boat to continually enter the most hazardous section of the bar and rescue members of the Port Macquarie Sea Rescue group who had been thrown from their boat.
He received his citation during the Northern Region and Port Macquarie Local Area Command Medals and Awards Ceremony held at Port Macquarie Police Station.
The Peter Stuckey Mitchell Medal, one of the state’s most prestigious citations and given to only one serving member of the NSW Police Service each year was presented to Sen. Con Bryant by Northern Region Commander Assistant Commissioner Peter Walsh.
Sen. Const. Bryant said he was most honoured to receive the award.
“JUST doing my job” was the comment from many who received awards at the Northern Region and Port Macquarie Local Area Command medals and awards ceremony on Thursday.
But to work colleagues and the general community the awards signify just praise for deeds which go far beyond those of the normal course of a job.
More than 100 serving and former NSW Police officers, police administration staff, members of the community and family and friends were at the Port Macquarie Police Station for the awards.
It was the last official award ceremony for Port Macquarie Local Area Commander Superintendent Jim Cranna, who is retiring in January.
2000 Peter Stuckey Mitchell Award: Senior Constable Jason Bryant.
National Medal: Inspector Bruce Simons, Sergeant John Carrero, Senior Constable Alan McCulloch, Detective Senior Constable Dean Rutledge.
National Medal Clasp: Superintendent James Cranna (2nd Clasp).
Northern Region Commendations/Awards/Merits: Senior Constable Grant Christensen (Commendation and Award), Senior Constable Philip O’Reilly (Award), Senior Constable Brian Powick (Merit Certificate), Senior Constable Stephen Bate (Merit Certificate).
Mid North Coast Local Area Command – Merit Certificates: Senior Constable John Casey, Senior Constable Michael Prott, Senior Constable Jason Bentley, Senior Constable Craig Hargraves.
Certificate of Service: Former Sergeant Kevin John Tant, former Sergeant Gary Thornton, former Parking Patrol Officer Franziska Thornton.
Mid North Coast Local Area Command – Merit Certificates (Civilian): Benedict Crute Morgan, Matthew John Hollis, Tarmia Jane Burgess.
Mid North Coast Local Area Command – Certificates of Appreciation: Peter Taylor, Anthony Crowe, Glen Blacklock, Geoffrey Salt, Dennis Fawell, Robert Holley, Jamie Vogele, Anthony Blackman, Geoffrey Shelton, Ken Fletcher, Ronald Halling, Sean Sinden.
Mid North Coast Local Area Command – Merit Certificates (Administration Officers): Carolyn Matthews, Gloria Decker.
Volunteers in Policing – Certificate and Badge: Keith Barton, Lynette Watson, Michael Schooley.
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
18 January 2022
David John MAINSBRIDGE
| 21/11/2023
David John MAINSBRIDGE
AKA ?
Late of ?
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 282 ( DPP 08 )
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 35880
Service: From 8 January 2001 to10 December 2020 = 19 years 11 months, 2 days Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 8 January 2001
Probationary Constable- appointed Friday 4 May 2001
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Senior Constable – Resignation / Retirement
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2021 )
DAVID is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
DEADLY CRASH A former NSW Police officer was killed in a motorbike crash this week. David John MAINSBRIDGE, who resigned from the force in the face of intimidation and assault charges, died in the motorbike versus car smash on the M7 at Eastern Creek on Friday. The driver of the car was uninjured. The fatality came less than two weeks out from the retired senior constable having to front court for the domestic violence case that cost him his career. He was due to appear in Newcastle Local Court on April 21. The former Traffic and Highway Patrol officer was also charged in 2019 with unlawfully accessing the police records system a year earlier.
Mount Druitt Police Area Command
10 April 2021 @ 9.55am
A man has died following a two-vehicle crash at Eastern Creek this afternoon.
Just after 1pm today (Friday 9 April 2021), emergency services were called to the southbound lanes of the M7 near the Light Horse Interchange, Eastern Creek, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
The rider of a motorcycle, a man, believed to be aged in his 60’s – died at the scene.
He is yet to be formally identified.
The driver of the second vehicle has been taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
Officers from Mount Druitt Police Area Command established a crime scene and have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As investigations continue, the south-bound lanes of the M7 Motorway have been closed. Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.
https://www.facebook.com/MtDruittPAC/
April 9, 2021 4:05 pm AEST
Motorcyclist dies after crash
A man has died following a two-vehicle crash at Eastern Creek this afternoon.
Just after 1pm today (Friday 9 April 2021), emergency services were called to the southbound lanes of the M7 near the Light Horse Interchange, Eastern Creek, following reports of a two-vehicle crash.
The rider of a motorcycle, a man, believed to be aged in his 60’s – died at the scene.
He is yet to be formally identified.
The driver of the second vehicle has been taken to hospital for mandatory testing.
Officers from Mount Druitt Police Area Command established a crime scene and have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As investigations continue, the south-bound lanes of the M7 Motorway have been closed. Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
For the latest traffic updates, go to livetraffic.com.au
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
A NSW police officer has faced court accused of multiple domestic violence offences including unlawfully using a police database.
Senior Constable David John Mainsbridge, 60, faced Maitland Local Court on Wednesday on 10 charges, including three assaults that caused actual bodily harm and three instances of intimidation.
The officer, who is attached to the traffic and highway patrol command, is also accused of unlawfully accessing the police records system in May 2018.
No plea was entered and the matter was adjourned to November 14 at Newcastle Local Court.
Mainsbridge remains on conditional bail preventing him from approaching his alleged victims.
NSW Police say the officer’s employment is under review pending the case’s outcome.
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Cal
18 April 2021
Dennis Michael COX
| 21/11/2023
Dennis Michael COX
AKA ?
Late of ?
Victoria Police Academy Class # ? ? ?
Victoria Police Force
Regd. # ?????
Service: From? ? 2008? to12 November 2020 = 12 years Service? ? ?
Rank: Commenced Training at Victoria Police Academy on ? ? 2008?
Probationary Constable- appointed ? ? ?
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Leading Senior Constable
Stations: ?,Swan Hill, ?, Sea Lake’s ( 8 years )( One Manner Stn ) – Death
Retirement / Leaving age: = 0
Time in Retirement from Police: 0
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: ? ? ?
Died on: Thursday 12 November 2020 about 8am
Age: 47
Cause: MVA – Push Bike Rider – Not at fault – Off Duty
Event location: Sea Lake Rd / Lascelles Rd, Sea Lake ( N.W. Victoria )
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( February 2021 )
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
A man has been charged after an off-duty police officer was knocked off his bike and killed in regional Victoria last year.
Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox was killed on November 12 when a car allegedly struck his bicycle at Sea Lake in Victoria’s northwest.
The driver stopped to render assistance but the 42-year-old died at the scene.
A 57-year-old Sea Lake man was charged with culpable driving on Tuesday by major collision investigation detectives.
He was bailed to appear at the Mildura Magistrates Court on May 18.
Mr Cox worked at Sea Lake’s one-person local police station for eight years and was described as a “well-respected and admired”
community member. Australian
Associated Press
Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox was killed while riding his bike in Sea Lake where he was the only officer in the town.
Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox (right) with L-R wife Selina, son Jacob, 11, and daughters Shauna, 20, and Hannah, 17.
The site of the collision at Sea Lake. (Nine)
The local community mourned the loss of Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox. (Nine)
Family’s tribute for Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox killed while cycling at Sea Lake
ExclusiveBy Jack Paynter
NCA NewsWire
The heartbroken family of a Victoria Police officer killed while riding his bike have paid tribute to a “wonderful father” with a passion for serving his local community.
Leading Senior Constable Dennis Michael Cox, 47, tragically died when he was hit by a car while cycling on the outskirts of Sea Lake in northwest Victoria on November 12.
Senior Constable Cox’s death has sent shockwaves through the Sea Lake community where he had worked at the one-person station for the past eight years.
The popular and much-loved copper had close ties to the locals, having grown up in the Mallee region on his parents’ farm with his three sisters and two brothers.
He also had extended family in the area and was a champion footballer and past president of the Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers Football Netball Club.
His wife Selina said her husband touched many lives in the community and they were very thankful for the outpouring of support they had received since his death.
“We all loved him very much, he was a great dad. He regularly joked to everyone I was the luckiest woman alive,” she said.
Younger brother Phillip Cox said Constable Cox was an “old fashioned country cop” who was proud of his uniform and what it meant.
Colleague and close friend, Sergeant Brad Fowler, said it was his “dream job” was to work at a single member station, with Sea Lake his number one choice having grown up in the area.
“He policed by earning respect so that his community tried to mostly do the right thing so they didn’t put him in a bad position,” Mr Cox said.
“We heard a young man earlier this week refuse a drink as he had to drive home and he wasn’t going to let Coxy down.
“He trusted everyone and saw the best in those who made mistakes. He was patient and kind, as well as cheeky. Kids loved him and he was a brother to so many.”
Mr Cox said that was probably the reason why he had the least arrests and gave out the fewest fines during one year while based at Swan Hill police station.
He said Constable Cox adored his wife Selina, “the absolute love of his life”, and was the proud dad of Shauna, 20, Hannah, 17 and Jacob, 11.
“Shauna and Hannah were his two princesses and Jacob his right hand man,” Mr Cox said.
“Second only to Selina and the kids was his love of fishing and camping and (he) shared this with them.”
Constable Cox will also be remembered across the community as the legendary footballer who won four senior premierships with Berri-Culgoa, coached Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers and was later president after the two clubs merged.
Lifelong friend and current president of the Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers Football Netball Club, Colin Durie, said Constable Cox and wife Selina were “enormous” for the local club.
“He was a very modest man, he never looked for accolades, he was just happy doing his thing, keeping under the radar and just getting it done,” Mr Durie said.
“It’s just been a massive shock, it’s going to be hard to find someone else like him for our small community that’s going to put so much back into it … it’s just going to leave a massive hole.
“When he started policing he wasn’t here and the opportunity came up with the position at Sea Lake and I think he was extremely proud to get back and work in the community he’d grown up in and obviously loved.”
Constable Cox was off duty when he was struck by a car on the Sea Lake-Lascelles Road about 8am on November 12.
He had spent 12 years working with Victoria Police in the Western Division and was also based at Swan Hill police station during his career.
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the crash. The driver of the car stopped at the scene and assisted police. No charges have been laid.
A GoFundMe fundraiser to support Constable Cox’s family has so far raised more than $60,000.
Off-duty policeman Dennis Cox killed in cycling crash in Victoria
A tight-knit Victorian community is mourning the tragic death of its much-loved sole policeman, described by locals as a ‘true copper’.
Angie Raphael and Jack Paynter
November 20, 2020 – 2:11PM
NCA NewsWire
The sole policeman of a tight-knit Victorian community who was tragically killed while cycling is being remembered as an “all round good bloke” and “true copper”.
Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox, 47, was riding his bike when he was hit by a car on the outskirts of Sea Lake in northwest Victoria on Thursday morning.
Senior Constable Cox’s death has sent shockwaves through the Sea Lake community where he had worked at the one-person station for the past eight years.
The popular and much-loved police officer had grown up in the Mallee region, had extended family in the area and was a past president of the Sea Lake Nandaly Tigers Football Netball Club.
Local councillor and Sea Lake tourism business operator David Vis told NCA NewsWire “everybody knew” Constable Cox and it would be a great loss for the community.
“He cared a lot about the local community, he was heavily involved in voluntary work as well as with the football club,” he said.
“There’s a lot of things he did over and above his police work, and he will very sadly missed by the community.
“The community hurts when these types of things happen, it’s affected the town quite badly and he’s going to be sorely missed.”
Constable Cox was off duty when he was struck by a car on the Sea Lake-Lascelles Road about 8am on Thursday.
He had spent 12 years working with Victoria Police in the Western Division and was also based at Swan Hill police station during his career.
Local community members have placed ribbons and flowers on the Sea Lake police station fence as a sign of respect to their “much-loved member of the community”.
Former police officer and Sea Lake Men’s Shed secretary Geoff McGuigan said Constable Cox was “an excellent officer and a good man”.
“We were blessed to have you here. RIP. You will be missed,” he posted on Facebook.
Advance Sea Lake Inc community group said Constable Cox was “more then (sic) our ‘local copper’”.
“A community member, family man, all round good bloke,” they posted.
“‘Sea Lake 208, log us off thanks’, that was him, every shift,” another mourner wrote. “We will miss you mate.”
“A true copper and friend of Sea Lake residents,” local Peter Arrowsmith wrote.
Another friend wrote that Constable Cox was “a wonderful ex-neighbour, family friend, such a character, so sadly missed by all”.
“We are just devastated for Dennis’ big beautiful family … you wouldn’t find a more loving and decent family,” they said.
In a statement, Victoria Police extended its deepest sympathy and condolences to Constable Cox’s immediate and extended family and friends.
“Leading Senior Constable Dennis Cox was a well respected and admired member of the Sea Lake community, working at the community’s one-person station for the past eight years,” they said.
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the crash. The driver of the car stopped at scene and assisted police.
His death comes several months after the Eastern Freeway crash that killed Constable Glen Humphris, Senior Constable Kevin King, Leading Senior Constable Lynette Taylor and Constable Joshua Prestney.
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
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Police identified the 39-year-old woman as serving NSW Police officer, Senior Constable Kelly Foster. Credit: NSW Police
KELLY is mentioned on the National Police Wall of Remembrance
KELLY IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Memorial Wall
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Kelly, prior to joining the ranks of NSWPF was a Teacher.
Chifley Police District
January 2, 2022 9.03PM
Remembering one of our own – Senior Constable Kelly Ann Foster VA
At a special, private ceremony held today ( Sunday 2 January 2022 ) at Lithgow Police Station, close family and colleagues gathered as a mark of respect, to honour Senior Constable Foster VA, one year after her passing.
In memory of Kelly, Lithgow officers, Leading Senior Constable Michael Barr and Senior Constable Jim McMillan, along with members of Kelly’s family and other colleagues built a special memorial garden.
The memorial would not have been possible without the generosity of donations from the local community also.
The garden was unveiled today by Kelly’s parentsTerry and Marilyn, her brother David and sister Leigh.
Lithgow Police, Chief Inspector Chris Sammut said, ” Today’s intimate ceremony between Kelly’s family and Lithgow police staff was beneficial as it formed part of the healing process for family and work colleagues. The memorial wall and garden will be a lasting tribute to Kelly. It will ensure for decades to come that Kelly’s heroic story will never be forgotten by police and the community whom she so tirelessly served “
Senior Constable Kelly Ann Forster VA, tragically died while attempting to save the life of a fellow canyoner, Jennifer Qi, within the Wollangambe Canyon at Mt Wilson on 2 January 2021.
As a result of her brave actions, Senior Constable Foster was posthumously awarded the Commissioners Valour Award.
This morning, Senior Constable Kelly Foster‘s name was placed inside the Commissioner’s Baton, blessed, and carried to the NSW Police Wall of Remembrance.
In a normal year, the baton would be on the road by now, carried by a convoy of motorbike riders in the Wall to Wall – Ride for Remembrance, all travelling towards the National Police Memorial in Canberra with the express purpose of honouring and remembering fallen police mates.
The bikes remain silent today, but the moment loses none of its importance.
COVID has changed everything, but it will never diminish the memories of the fallen.
Kelly Foster‘s name will stay inside the baton until next year, when it will be carried by the Wall to Wall Riders to the Memorial.
From all of us at Chifley Police District, we would like to thank the community for their love and support in relation to the untimely death of Senior Constable Kelly Foster.
As you can appreciate, we are expecting a significant gathering to bid her farewell, and with the current COVID restrictions, not everyone who would like to pay their respects in person will be able to do so.
We are urging members of the public not to attend the church; instead, please demonstrate your community spirit by forming a socially distanced line along either side of Bridge Street (between Mort and Short streets) from 1:30pm tomorrow (Thursday) to view the procession as it leaves the church.
On behalf of Kelly’s family and the broader NSW Police Force family, thank you for your ongoing support.
ROAD CLOSURES FOR FUNERAL OF SENIOR CONSTABLE KELLY FOSTER-
THURSDAY 14/1/2021.
CHIFLEY PD
Police advise of a soft road closure of Bridge Street Lithgow at the intersection of Mort Street- the road will be closed all the way to the intersection of Short Street and includes closure of the Church St intersection with Bridge St. Residents will be able to enter and exit by advising Police at the traffic points. Road closed from 6 am until abut 4 pm. The funeral commences at 12.30 pm
Senior Constable Kelly Foster, aged 39, died following a canyoning incident at Mount Wilson yesterday (Saturday 2 January 2021).
Snr Cst Foster attested on 27 August 2010, after which she commenced duties as a probationary constable at Newtown Local Area Command.
She was confirmed as a constable in May 2012.
In May 2014, Snr Cst Foster joined the State Crime Command working as an intel analyst until May 2020.
She was most recently working at Chifley Police District, stationed at Lithgow Police Station.
NSW Police Acting Commissioner Mal Lanyon has extended his condolences to the Foster family on behalf of the NSW Police Force.
“It’s a very sad time for the NSW Police Force and Kelly’s death is a loss to the whole community,” Acting Commissioner Lanyon said.
“To hear reports that Kelly was trying to help another woman when she died demonstrates her commitment to the community she served and the ability to put the needs of others before her own.
“Kelly was a highly regarded and dedicated officer who will be sorely missed by colleagues across the force.
“Her policing career was put on hold when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, however, her strength to survive this and return to work is another testament to her strength and resilience.
“Above all, Kelly was a kind and loving daughter, sister and partner.”
Snr Cst Foster’s family have requested privacy at this time.
Kelly FOSTER – On top of Australia at Mt Kosciusko
An international student, 24, was among a group swimming on inflatable lilos at the popular Wollangambe Canyon (pictured) when she was sucked into the whirlpool. Her body was recovered on Sunday, along with Senior Constable Foster’s
The couple bonded over their mutual love of adventuring and regularly went camping, hiking and on mountain bike rides throughout Australia
Senior Constable Kelly Foster (left) drowned while trying to save an international student who became stuck in raging waters in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney, on Saturday. Senior Constable Foster had trekked to the picturesque spot with her boyfriend Gavin Morom (right)
Mr Morom (right) had posted about his trek with Senior Constable Foster (left) on adventurers social media app Strava on Saturday. The policewoman only recently returned to the job after overcoming breast cancer
Gavin & Kelly – Cedar Creek
Emergency services rushed to the scene after the alarm was raised about 2.30pm on Saturday, but poor weather conditions meant a search had to be called off about 6pm. When it resumed on Sunday the bodies of the two women were located by NSW Police divers
Eight other members of the group who the international student was with were uninjured
It’s believed both women were canyoning in water only that can only be reached after hours of hiking through rough terrain
Missing canyoners found after sucked into whirlpool in Blue Mountains including NSW police officer
There has been a sad end in the search for two missing canyoners after they were sucked into a whirlpool in regional NSW.
The women had not been seen since disappearing beneath the water’s surface on Saturday in Wollangambe Canyon at Mount Wilson, north of the Blue Mountains.
But on Sunday, police divers joined the search and located two bodies around midday.
Police identified the 39-year-old woman as serving NSW Police officer, Senior Constable Kelly Foster, who has most recently been stationed at Lithgow Police Station.
The other woman is believed to be an international student, aged 24, from Chiswick.
She is yet to be formally identified and police are waiting for confirmation that family members are notified.
Witnesses told police the younger woman fell off her inflatable lilo and it was swept into the whirlpool.
Snr Cst Foster was also swept out when she tried to rescue her.
Port Hacking High School pays tribute to Senior Constable Kelly Foster
The Port Hacking High School community is saddened by the tragic news that former student, NSW Police Senior Constable Kelly Foster, who lost her life in a tragic canyoning accident over the weekend.
Senior Constable Foster, 39, died following a canyoning incident at Mount Wilson on Saturday.
“Kelly graduated in 1999 and according to her peers was very smart, kind, had an easy going nature and always put others before herself,” a statement on the Port Hacking High School Facebook site said today.
“We send our deepest condolences to Kelly’s family and friends at this time.”
