Our Deepest Condolences to his wife, Toni, family and friends.
NSW Police Force: Const Steve Meredith ( # 16294 ) left and Const Chris Kennedy( # 16748 ) on escort of a convict Peter Segrave from the Argyle Arts Centre to celebrate the resumption on the 30th July if Mounted Patrols in the Sydney’s Rocks Area after a break of 70 years . Photo taken in August 1981.
NSW Police Academy, Redfern, NSW
* Story behind any Nickname:
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.
Constable: Eastwood ( 17 Division )( ProCst )( 1969 ), Four Wheels Transport Branch ( 20 Division )( 1972 ), Water Police ( Dawes Point )( 28 Division )( 1976 – 1982), Sydney Water Police – Operational Support ( simply a name change for the same place )( 1982 – 1995, Shift Supervisor – 1995, Ancillary – 1999 ) – Retirement
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: 27 November 1967 to 3 August 2007 = 39 years, 8 months, 7 days
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 27 November 1967to3 August 2007 = 39 years, 8 months, 7 days
Retirement / Leaving age: = 57 years, 3 months, 22 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 16 years, 4 months,
Awards: National Medal – granted 19 November 1984 ( SenCon )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 7 May 1994 ( SenCon )
2nd Clasp to the National Medal – granted ? ? 2003
New South Wales Police Diligent & Good Conduct Medal – granted ? ? 2003
4th & 5th Clasp to the National Medal – granted ? ? ?
Local Knowledge of Rivers and Sydney Harbour Certificate – granted 1982
Masters – Class V – Skippers Certificate – granted 1995
Marine Engine Drivers Certificate – granted 1995
Sergeants Course – 1986
Master – Class IV Certificate – granted 1987
M.E.D. Course – granted 1987
National Search and Rescue Course – granted 1992
Marine Security Course – granted 1999 ( leading up to the Sydney 2000 Olympics )
Probationary Constable David John BUCKLEY # 13650
Born: Wednesday 12 April 1950
Died on: Monday 1 January 2024 around pm at home with family by his side.
Age: 73 years, 8 months,
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: ?
Event location: ?
Event / Diagnosis date: ?
Funeral date: Wednesday 10 January 2024 @ 2.15pm
Funeral location: North Chapel, Northern Suburbs Crematorium, 199 Delhi Rd, North Ryde, NSW
David did not wish to have an official Police Funeral, however, the Family said Buckowould be honoured ifan Honour Guardincludingall Serving and RetiredNSWPolice Officers with whom he worked, and anyone else who may wish to join in,be arrangedat the commencement of the Service when David’s Coffin will be walked into the Chapel byhis Family.
Wake location: Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club, 117 Ryedale Road, West Ryde, NSW ( TBC )
Wake date: ???
Funeral Parlour: White Lady Funerals – 4 E Parade, Eastwood, NSW
Buried at: Cremated
Grave Location: Section: Row: ?Plot: ?
Grave GPS: ?, ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( January 2024 )
BUCKO 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.
Bucko, amongst others, was involved in, but not limited by, the following Marine incidents:
1983 – Rescue of Police Crew upon Police Launch McKay ( which caught fire off Newcastle ),
1988 – Rescue of Police Crew upon Police Launch Sea Eagle ( which floundered off Nelson Bay in heavy seas ),
December 1998 – During the running of the 54th Sydney to Hobart Yacht race – during severe weather affecting 155 yachts off the coast of NSW resulting in the loss of several lives and yachts, Bucko was the Forward Commander – at Eden, NSW, Co-ordinating the Rescue of 56 sailors.
It is with great sadness that I report the passing of David ‘Bucko’ Buckley. David was a long serving member of the Water Police and a former cadet.
David passed away around 9pm on Monday, 1st January 2024 at his home surrounded by his wife, Christine (Chris), his daughters and other family members.
Funeral arrangements will be passed on once further information becomes available.
On behalf of all members of the NSW Police Force, both serving and retired, including members of RETWATPOL, our sincere thoughts and condolences go to the Buckley Family, and to all those who were fortunate to have know David and worked alongside such an inspiring, knowledgeable and wonderful gentleman.
He will be truly missed…May he rest in peace.
Deepest condolences to Bucko’s wife Chris and daughters Catherine, Joanne & Angela.
On behalf of Victoria Police Veterans – Sgts Pete Howarth, and Mark Greenhill, Leading Senior Constable – Peter Osborne, all ex Melbourne Water Police and current serving, Leading Senior Constable – Graham Shoobert (APM) – East Gippsland Water Police.
We are saddened at the news of Dave’s passing, please accept our sincere condolences.
Our thoughts are with family and the past and present members of New South Wales – Water Police, Marine Area Command.
Dave Buckley
Someone who took you as you are.
Regardless of your state.
Who stood as firm as a block of iron.
Someone you could always rely on.
Because he is your mate.
He will be missed.
RIP
Pete Howarth
Class 118
Class 118
* Story behind any Nickname: Play on surname.
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.
Updated with Service History & Live Stream
14 January 2024
Virginia Suzanne MacKIE
| 02/02/2024
Virginia Suzanne MacKIE
AKA ?
* Nickname: Ginny MacKIE, Mac
Late of Elderslie, NSW
Relations in ‘the job’:
“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.
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.
( 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: ?
Grave Location: Plot: ? Section: ?
Grave GPS: ?, ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( April 2023 )
RAYMOND 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.
Raymond GAZZARD with Ivor KELL at Redfern Police Academy on the date of their Swearing In.
Raymond Gazzard 20 August 2018 “I WAS ATTACHED TO POLICE TRANSPORT BRANCH WHEN I WAS SELECTED TO PERFORM ESCORT DUTIES WHEN THE QUEEN VISITED NSW IN THE 1970 THE VEHICLE IN QUESTION HAD BEEN ALLOCATED TO ME AND IT WAS MY RESPONSIBILITY TO USE IT WHEN THE QUEEN VISITED NSW IN 1970 THE PHOTO WAS TAKEN AT MY PLACE OF RESIDENCE IN MERRYLANDS.” AZU095
Recipients of the Police Long Service & Good Conduct Medal. Unknown date.
Night duty at Fairfield Police Station is proceeding satisfactorily, said the Officer-In-Charge, Sgt. H. Laycock, on Tuesday.
Extra, staff has now raised the total of police at Fairfield Station to six sergeants, 16 constables and one cadet.
In the past month the new constables to arrive at Fairfield are G. Pearson, J. Goodsell, G. Lindgren, F. Taylor, W. Knight, C. Young and G. Pryde.
Constable R. Gazzard has gone to Boorowa, Constable L Goodridge leaves this week for his country appointment, Constable J. Ford has gone to the Public Safety Bureau, and Constable Young has gone to Deniliquin.
A quick move by Fairfield police, Constables Gazzard and Goodridge, on Monday morning, resulted in two fifteen-year-old Fairfield boys being arrested and later charged with breaking and entering homes in Bland Street, Riverview Road, Laurel Street, Wilga Street and Ulverstone Street.
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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Gerald Charles SULLIVAN NSWPF # 15523 with his wife, Laurel. Gerald SULLIVAN
Class 132 of 1972 at Redfern Police Academy. Sworn In on 11 September 1972.
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.
Steven Alan RUDD, NSWPF #29623 – Son. Attested with Class 259 on Friday 17 February 1995 at the Sydney Opera House, NSW.
Matthew Alan RUDD, NSWPF #29624 – Son. Attested with Class 259 on Friday 17 February 1995 at the Sydney Opera House, NSW.
John Markham Raymond GREVILLE, NSWPF # 20790 – son-in-law ( Attested 11 March 1983 with Class 192 )
“possible” relation in ‘the job’: ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 102
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 11341
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 11 January 1965 ( aged 19 years, 2 months, 12 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 22 February 1965 ( aged 19 years, 3 months, 23 days )
Constable – appointed 22 February 1966
Constable 1st Class – appointed 22 February 1970
Detective – appointed 17 July 1975 ( YES )
Placed 1st in Detectives Training Course # 3 of 1974 and received the Transfield Award.
Surveillance Class 1/1978.
Senior Constable – appointed 22 February 1974
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( n/a )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 16 January 1981
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed 12 January 1987
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed 30 June 1989
Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Chief Inspector – appointed 9 May 1990
Final Rank: = Chief Inspector
Stations: Regent St ( 2 Division )( GDs )( 29 March 1965 – 21 June 1965 ), Regent St ( 2 Division )( Traffic Duties )( 22 June 1965 – 20 February 1966 ), Canterbury ( 13 Division )( Solo Cycle Patrol )( 21 February 1966 – 11 April 1966 ), Traffic Branch ( Special Traffic Patrol )( 12 April 1966 – 21 August 1968 ), Sutherland ( 24 Division )( Special Traffic Patrol )( 22 August 1968 – 27 December 1971 ), Hurstville ( 12 Division )( GDs )( 28 December 1971 – 16 July 1972 ), C.I.B. ( 21 Division )( 21 Special Squad )( 17 July 1972 – 29 May 1973 ), Redfern ( 7 Division )( C.I. Duties )( 30 May 1973 – 3 May 1975 ), C.I.B. ( C.I. Duties )( 4 May 1975 – 16 January 1982 ), C.I.B. ( Special Task Force )( 17 January 1982 – 26 January 1985 ), Liverpool ( 22 Division )( District Drug Detection Enforcement Unit )( 27 January 1985 – 8 May 1990 ), Organised Crime Unit ( Investigation – Commander )( 9 May 1990 – 1 July 1997 ), Crime Agencies ( Investigation Co-ordinator )( 2 July 1997 – 30 July 1998 ) – Retirement
Drug Enforcement Agency ( DEA ), ?, South West Drug Squad ( Fairfield )( 34 Division ), ?, South East Drug Squad, ?, OCU ( AFP ), ?, Commander ( C/Insp )( 1990 ) – Target Development Section – State Intelligence Group, Organised Crime Squad – Retirement
Service: From 11 January 1965to30 July 1998 = 33 years, 6 months, 19 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 52 years, 9 months, 0 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 24 years, 7 months, 12 days
Awards: National Medal – granted 15 April 1981 ( Sgt 3/c )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 28 May 1992 ( C/Insp )
NSW Police Medal with 4th Clasp – granted 27 April 2008 ( Retired )
Born: Tuesday 30 October 1945
Died on: Tuesday 14 March 2023
Age: 77 years, 4 months, 12 days
Organ Donor: ?
Cause: Cancer ( type = ? )
Event location: Pt Macquarie Base Hospital, NSW
Event date ( diagnosed ): ?
Funeral date: ? ? 2023 ( HELD )
Funeral location: ?
Private Cremation has been held. Memorial Service date to be held. See below.
Future Memorial Service location: the Lodge Chapel, Woronora Memorial Park, 121 Linden St, Sutherland, NSW
Future Memorial Service date: Friday 14 April 2023 @ 10.30aM
Wear a touch of yellow
Reception to be held at the Kareela Golf Club, 1 Bates Dve, Kareela, NSW after 12.45pm, immediately following the Memorial Service.
( 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 )
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: Placed 1st in Detectives Training Course # 3 of 1974 and received the Transfield Award. His name appears on the Detectives Honour Roll.
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( March 2023 )
ALAN 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.
Class 102 – Redfern Police Academy – February 1965
Back Row: ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, Alan RUDD
Front Row: ?, ?, ?, ?, ?, ?
?, Alan Leonard RUDD, ?, ?, ?
Alan RUDD on his STP Bike. 1966
Back Row: B. NIVEN, R.DAVIS. J. CRIBB. J. LARKIN, R.FURTNER, G. ORCHARD, Gary LANGFORD, M. FRAWLY
Middle Row: T. FLOOD, A. THOMSON, J. MANNING. A. RUDD, J. DOYLE, R. PONDER, G. KEMP, G. BARTHOLOMEW ( President )
Front Row: G. PATERSON ( Ass. Sect. PRLFA ), ALE? CLARKSON ( Cronulla Sutherland Club ), Insp. P. GIBB ( Asst. Supt. # 5 Sub Dist ), G. BEAUMONT ( Captain ), Insp. J. MURRAY ( OIC # 24 Div ), Insp. H. PEARCE ( 10mm REP ), B. COLLINS ( Sect. P.R.L.F.A. ) Date unknown
1970s NSW Police Rugby League Football Association ( NSWPRLFA ). Alan RUDD played in the Cronulla Sutherland Police team in the same jerseys as the Sharks in 1970.
Alan Leonard RUDD acknowledged on the Detectives Honour Roll for 1st place in his Class.
Alan Leonard RUDD being presented with the Transfield Award ( type writer ) at a Passing Out Parade at Redfern Police Academy. c 1974
‘Bill & Tony’s, 1970s’ was taken outside the restaurant Bill & Tony’s in Stanley Street, Darlinghurst – a favourite detective hangout. Alan Rudd is third from the left in a striped shirt.
NSW Police Academy. Sergeants’ Course #2/ 1980 ( Class 3 ) 14 April to 30 May 1980
Back Row: Doug RICHES, George McCLEERY, Tom CONNERTON, John MORELAND, Gerry PERKIN, Laurie MOFFITT, Les AUSTIN, Roger MORRISON, Ray FRANKHAM.
Middle Row: Terry RUSKIN, Allan McCLOSKEY, Neville CHEW, Reg HALL, Bill MAHONY, Peter BURTON, Harvey CHAPMAN, Warren DAY.
Front Row: John HAMER, Kevin MATTHEWS, Angus McDONALD ( Instructor ), Gordon LEVER ( Instructor ) Bryan BINNS ( Director ), Brian MILWARD ( Instructor ), Alan RUDD
Alan RUDD travelled to Tokyo in early 1993 while investigating the Yakuza in Australia ( ties in with newspaper article ).
( may have been late 1995 ) The Japanese travelled to Australia and hosted a dinner at the Hotel Nikko, where Alan RUDD presented the plaque to one of the Japanese delegation.
Passing Out of Class 259 at the Sydney Opera House, NSW. Family Members: John GREVILLE, # 20790, Steven RUDD # 29623 ( from Class 259 ), Alan RUDD # 11341, Matthew RUDD # 29624, John RUDD # 15792.
Alan RUDD receiving a salute from his sons – Steven RUDD & Matthew RUDD who had just Attested at the Sydney Opera House with Class 259 on Friday 17 February 1995.
1995 – Police Dinner. Alan RUDD, 1st person in middle row ( L – R ) Robert TREHARNE, 1st person in front row.
Possibly late 1990s. Steven RUDD, Commissioner Tony LAUER, Chief Inspector Alan RUDD.
SYDNEY: The arrest of a former Japanese criminal-society member on Queensland’s Gold Coast has focused attention on the movement of Asian Mafia-style gangs into Australia, particularly NSW.
Australian Federal Police and Immigration Department officers arrested 47 year-old Suzuki Sueharu in a raid on a Currumbin Waters flat yesterday. He had failed to reveal his criminal history when applying for a visa.
An AFP spokesman said yesterday that Sueharu had entered Australia from Fiji in February on a visitor’s visa and then begun business activities, including buying land and promoting a planned tourist resort.
Sueharu revealed his former Yakuza ties when arrested and admitted he had hidden his criminal record.
The AFP spokesman would not detail the man’s criminal history but said it was “extensive”.
Being a Yakuza member was not itself a criminal offence, but failing to declare previous criminal convictions was illegal under the Migration Act and made a person an illegal entrant automatically, he said.
Sydney police said more Yakuza members might be operating in Australia, particularly in states with casinos where money-laundering was suspected.
Japanese men were dealing with large amounts of money, particularly in Western Australia, Darwin and on the Gold Coast Yakuza members were easily identified by full-body tattoos, black suits and often had a little finger chopped off.
The society was linked with prostitution, contract murders and drug running.
A spokesman from the organised crime branch ( state intelligence ), Detective Chief Inspector Alan Rudd, said it was “highly likely” that the society was operating in Australia, especially in NSW. He said little was known about the group because its activities had been well hidden so far.
“We haven’t really got much on the Yakuza, but only because we haven’t been exploring in that direction … We tend to have concentrated on the Chinese and Vietnamese groups because we know what they’re up to,” he said.
Inspector Rudd said NSW in some ways provided ideal conditions for the Japanese society to flourish, “because it’s a business centre and there is a lot of real-estate activity”.
A Queensland police report has alleged that the Yakuza, with a $10 billion turn over, launders “black” money through property development.
The report says society members have intimidated legitimate tourist businesses into paying commissions for tour groups to be brought to their businesses.
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.
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 128
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 14944
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Trainee on Monday 9 August 1971 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 22 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed Friday 17 September 1971 ( although the ‘Stud Books’ show this to be Monday 20 September 1971 ) – aged 19 years, 1 month, 30 days )
Constable – appointed 20 September 1972
Constable 1st Class – appointed 20 September 1976
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 20 September 1990
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 5 April 1988
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = ?
Stations: Philip St GDs ( ProCst )( 4 Division )( 20/9/71 – 4/7/72 ),
Philip St Traffic ( 5/6/72 – 22/7/73 ),
Philip St GDs ( 23/7/73 – 6/10/73 ),
Traffic Branch ( Metro )( 7/10/73 – 29/1/76 ),
Ryde ( 17 Division )( 1/2/76 – 8/5/76 ),
North Sydney – Traffic Branch ( Car Crew )( 9/5/76 – 21/8/76 ),
Five Dock ( 9 Division )( HWP Cyclist )( 22/8/76 – 28/10/78 ),
State Technical Services ( Radio Communications )( 29/10/78 – 5/11/83 ),
( 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: Pettigrew Family Funerals, Mayfield, NSW. 02 4951 1166
Buried at: ?
Grave Location: Plot: ? Section: ?
Grave GPS: ?, ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( March 2023 )
MICHAEL 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.
This SMV was rammed through the tall wire gates of the Sydney Airport whilst being pursued by C District HWP and C District Anti Theft Squad.. The action caused total shut down of all runways until the SMV was cornered here at part of the airport. The driver was charged with commonwealth offences (by the Anti Theft) for ‘Endanger Safety of Aircraft’. Sgt 3/c Michael GROVER ( C District HWP ) standing at the passengers door ( with his back turned from camera ). SenCon Graham Maranda ( C District Anti Theft Squad ) standing at drivers door. 1 January 1990
Class photo at Redfern Academy 1971 – 72
Police Training
Early Police bikes
Collarenebri Police Stn Circa 1999: Constable ?, Commissioner Peter Ryan, Sgt 1/c Michael Grover, Cst ?, SenCon ?
Flemington Police Stn c1998
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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Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
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
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
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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MVA Eastern Valley Way 1972. Ken Sawkins standing and looks like Dana Jennings centre without helmet.
Kenneth Maurice SAWKINS AKA Ken SAWKINS in uniform.
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The embezzler who duped a community
A solicitor has gone to his grave amid revelations that he fleeced his family, friends and clients of more than $5million to fund a secret double life.
Edmund Fredericks was seen as a pillar of the community until the Law Society discovered the investment funds he had been borrowing were supporting alcohol and gambling addictions.
Law Society receiver Jean Sayer confirmed that since being appointed to Fredericks’s Lidcombe-based practice in August last year, she had become aware of 70 people who had collectively lost $5million – and possibly more.
“The borrowing occurred over several years, although it got much worse over the past 18 months,” Mrs Sayer said.
“Some of the victims were Fredericks’s school friends, others knew him through church, through family or through word of mouth. Some were clients of his law firm but many were actually from his own background: Ukrainian migrants who, in speaking the same language, regarded him as a role model.”
Mrs Sayer warned that while the Law Society possessed a solicitors’ fidelity fund, many victims could end up penniless because Fredericks convinced them to hand over cash.
“A large percentage of the missing millions was delivered in cash and there are many people who, in trusting him, walked away with little to no documentation,” she said.
Fredericks’s web of deceit has shattered countless lives including that of Mark Styles, who is wheelchair-bound after breaking his neck 13 years ago.
Mr Styles, 41, said: “I gave Fredericks $85,000 of my compensation payout to purchase me a farm in the country.
He told me he had located the perfect place near Tamworth. I now know that was a lie to extract more cash from me. I’m now forced to live at my parents’ house, in which I’ve effectively been a prisoner since the accident.”
Fredericks was born in Germany shortly after World War II and moved to Australia with his family when he was young.
He opened Eddie Fredericks & Co in Lidcombe in the early 1970s. During the next 30 years he established a loyal client base and became a popular Catholic Church figure, using his knowledge of law to help hundreds of migrants settle in.
By the time he branched out into investment management five years ago, he controlled the trust of an entire community.
Offering between 12 and 30 per cent interest, he had no shortage of takers.
But in August last year, one of his clients contacted the Law Society, saying a $20,000 investment loan hadn’t been repaid. Two days later, Fredericks’s law certificate was suspended and a receiver was appointed.
In September last year he sold his Sandringham waterfront mansion for $2.6 million, but friends say he continued to drink and gamble heavily.
On February 20, he died of a heart attack, aged 56.
On Wednesday, angry creditors learned of his unadvertised funeral at Rookwood Cemetery.
Retired NSW police officer Ken Sawkins, who lost $26,500, was one silent protester who mingled with mourners.
“I’ve been chasing him since last July,” he said. “Fortunately for him, this was the closest I got.”
Maryse Kutschukian was also present after being forced to take her mother out of an old people’s home. “He stole $12,500 from me and the worst thing was that he knew about my plight,” she said.
Fredericks’s former lawyer Greg Walsh said his client had suffered “a lonely, shameful death”.
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Recipients of the Police Long Service & Good Conduct Medal. Unknown date.
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