About 11 a.m. Sunday 12 October 1902 Constable Johnston was off duty at his home at Elwood. He responded to a complaint that a man had tried to abduct a neighbour’s 8 year old daughter. Johnston immediately set off in pursuit and located the man in Milton Street Elwood. The suspect George Shaw had a lengthy criminal record. Unbeknown to Johnston Shaw was also the prime suspect for the murder of Constable Guilfoyle in Redfern New South Wales some months previously. When Johnston approached him Shaw produced a revolver and fired. Fatally wounded Johnston died within minutes. Shaw committed suicide at the intersection of Chapel Street and Rosamond Street a short time later.
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About 11am on 12 October, 1902 Constable Richard Johnston was off duty at his home at Elwood (Victoria) when a neighbour informed him that a man had attempted to abduct her eight year-old daughter. The constable quickly set off on his bicycle after the suspect and located him a short distance away. When the suspect saw the approaching policeman the offender drew a revolver and shot Constable Johnston, inflicting fatal wounds. The offender then left the scene, only to commit suicide a short time later when confronted by other police.
It was later found that the man who had murdered Constable Johnson was the same offender (Shaw) who had murdered Constable Guilfoyle at Redfern (NSW) three months earlier.
Constable Guilfoyle was shot by an offender named Shaw at Redfern whilst attempting to arrest him and another man for passing counterfeit coins. Following an incident involving a storekeeper, Constable Guilfoyle had sought the assistance of an off-duty member, Constable Michael Maher, and after checking several shops the offenders had been in they located them in Shepherd Street. As the two constables approached the offenders, one produced a revolver and shot Constable Maher three times. Shaw then also produced a pistol and shot Constable Guilfoyle twice. Constable Maher later recovered, however Constable Guilfoyle’s wounds proved to be fatal. Shaw then made good his escape, making his way to Victoria.
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THE JOHNSTON MEMORIAL. “PAMPERED CRIMINALS” AND PENAL REFORM.
At the St. Kilda Cemetery on Sunday afternoon the Chief Commissioner of Police (Mr O’Callaghan) performed the ceremony of unveiling a marble monument erected by members of the police force over the grave of Constable Richard Johnston, who on 12th October last was shot dead by a notorious criminal named Shaw. The mayor of St. Kilda (Cr O’Donnell) presided, and amongst those present were Mr. McCutcheon, M.L.A. ; Inspector Hillard (officer in ohargd of the district), Inspector Crampton, Sergeant Davidson, the widow, with her children and her mother, many members of the force and a large gathering of the public.
Mr O’Callaghan retold the story of Constable Johnston’s death. On Sunday morning, when off duty, he was told that a ruffian had just been tampering with a child. He mounted his bicycle, and rode after the man who, when overtaken, turned and shot him through the heart. Remaining erect on his machine he rode nearly 100 yards, then his muscles relaxed, and he dropped dead. No more tragic occurrence saddened the records of the Victorian police force. Constable Johnston had upheld the best traditions of the force and taught a lesson that every member should lay to his heart. The event gave rise to the question why the State should go on feeding and pampering human tigers like the murderer of Constable Johnston, and letting them free again to prey upon the public. Why had a penal system been tolerated for so many years, under which such brutes, instead of being kept in confinement, were allowed to march at large to the detriment of all respectable people? In 1881 he had arrested the murderer of Constable Johnston. He was then known as a man who would “shoot at sight,” and though taken by surprise, had found time to grasp a pistol. A few years later he was set at large in the community. It was high time the public raised a protest against the liberation of such blood thirsty brutes. Drastic legislation should be introduced, and introduced quickly, to amend our penal system. Through the action of a generous public and a just Government the widow and children have had their material wants provided for.
Mr McCutcheon said he quite agreed with the remarks that had been made as to the manner in which criminals were pampered by the State. It was time some change was made in the law. The Government permitted criminals to multiply, and placed them in comfortable buildings, where they were well fed and well kept, and lacked only the company of their former friends to make them happy. He considered that every member of the force in both town and country should be armed with a revolver.
Inspector Hillard said that as far as he had been able to ascertain not a single instance could be recalled in which a member of the Victorian police force had played the part of a coward.
Several hymns, including one specially written for the occasion, were sung before and after the ceremony. – “Age”
Geelong Advertiser ( Vic. ) Tuesday 24 March 1903 page 4 of 4
Victoria Police is reeling after a police officer took her own life at a station in Melbourne’s south.
The leading senior constable died at the Seaford Multi-Disciplinary Centre about 3pm on Monday.
Victoria Police spokesman Leading Senior Constable Adam West would not confirm a report that she shot herself with her service weapon. He said there were no suspicious circumstances regarding the incident.
“As this incident is before the coroner, it would be inappropriate for us to say any further,” he said.
The leading senior constable’s death is the latest in a series of police suicides, with the coroner already investigating four deaths in recent years. More than 40 Victoria Police officers have reportedly committed suicide since 1990.
The latest comes after Chief Commissioner Graham Ashton last month ordered a comprehensive investigation into how to improve the mental health of officers.
According to the Victorian Department of Human Services, Seaford is one of the four centres across the state which provides support and services for adults and children who have experienced sexual assault.
Police Association secretary Ron Iddles told radio station 3AW that, on top of everyday pressures, officers had to deal with confronting work issues.
“One in five of the general community will suffer depression, and if you overlay police work, which has got relatively harder and more stressing over the last couple of years . . . the statistics are in excess of 200 members in the last 12 months are going off sick with mental illness.”
For help or information on mental health issues call Lifeline 131 114
Force to review police suicides after death of Victorian officer
Victoria Police will review police suicides around Australia after an officer used her gun to take her own life at work.
The incident occurred at 3:00pm on Monday at the Seaford Multi-Disciplinary Centre, a facility providing support for victims of sexual assault in Melbourne’s south-east.
Officers at the centre have been offered counselling, Police Association secretary Ron Iddles said.
“Any incident like this that takes place likes this amongst work colleagues is very traumatic for them,” he said.
“Those also who are suffering, might be depression or anxiety, need to reach out to your friends and get professional help.”
It is believed four officers took their lives last year.
Mr Iddles said the force was looking at ways to try to prevent any more deaths.
“I know it’s of concern to the current Chief Commissioner and he’s going to do a review of police suicides around Australia,” he said.
“Then [we’ll] see if we can do something to develop a strategy that will hopefully prevent it.”
An investigation will look at the circumstances surrounding the death of the leading senior constable.
Professor Sam Harvey from the Black Dog Institute said the death was a reminder of the mental health consequences of emergency service work.
“With the police I guess there’s a particular problem, while a lot of them are having mental health problems, they’re also carrying a weapon around,” he told 774 ABC Melbourne.
“This is thankfully still a relatively rare end point.”
About one in 10 emergency services workers show symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Prof Harvey said.
He said that meant there were lessons to be learnt from the 90 per cent of workers in the field who are more resilient to mental health issues.
“So we’re trying to learn from that and trying to test whether we can train all new emergency workers to learn new resilience techniques,” Professor Harvey said.
A POLICE officer used her service-issue weapon to take her life yesterday, sparking Victoria Police to consider a review of suicide in the force.
Police confirmed the death of a female leading senior constable, believed to be a mother, at the Seaford Multi-Disciplinary Centre. It is understood she died about 3pm.
“There are no suspicious circumstances,” a spokeswoman said last night.
Staff at the centre handle some of the state’s toughest crimes, including domestic violence, sex abuse and child abuse cases.
Police Association Secretary Ron Iddles told the Herald Sun he understood the woman used a firearm to end her life.
Sen-Sgt Iddles said police officers faced traumatic jobs.
“One in five of the general community will suffer depression, and if you overlay police work, which has got relatively harder and more stressing over the last couple of years, the statistics are in excess of 200 members in the last 12 months are going off sick with mental illness,” he told 3AW.
Mr Iddles said Chief Commissioner Graham Ashton was considering a review of police suicides in a bid to prevent the deaths.
“He will undertake a review of police suicides around Australia and come up with a strategy to deal with it,” Mr Iddles said.
“He will, as I understand, undertake a review of police suicides around Australia and come up with a strategy to deal with it.
“Policing is a very tough job. We have more police officers now than probably ever before suffering from depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress.
“Over the last two or three years, there is a whole range of factors — dealing with family violence every day, dealing with ice every day — that can create secondary trauma.
“It is about being aware — if you are struggling, accept that, put your hand up and say you need help.”
Last year the coroner investigated the death of four members who had taken their own lives.
Another officer died in June when he turned his gun on himself at a north eastern suburbs primary school.
Police Minister Wade Noonan last night said: “Our thoughts are with the officer’s family, friends and colleagues at this time.”
Shocked colleagues remembered the officer as a “beautiful lady, friend and devoted mother”.
“Rest in peace angel in blue,” one online tribute said.
It is understood the Seaford Multi-Disciplinary Centre was partially closed last night while investigations began.
Beyondblue is completing a “major” review of how Australian emergency services, including Victoria Police, support their members with mental health issues.
Chairman Jeff Kennett said last night that police officers taking their own lives was “all too frequent”.
“Beyondblue has recognised for some time that we are having some severe challenges among our first responders — the police, SES, ambos, fireys and those coming back from overseas service,” he said.
“We want to develop a service for all first responders that will help to change the culture of those organisations to enable people suffering from depression, anxiety or post-traumatic stress to seek help without fearing for their careers or that they have failed.”
Victoria Police said staff at Seaford would be supported while the incident was investigated by the homicide squad.
Mr Kennett said emergency service officers needed ongoing counselling and support “after every (traumatising) incident”.
The woman’s family has been notified.
IF YOU or someone you know may be at risk of suicide or self harm, contact Lifeline (13 11 14) or BeyondBlue (1300 22 46 36)
Victorian police officer’s suicide casts spotlight on mental health toll in force
The suicide of a Victorian policewoman has highlighted the heavy toll emergency services work takes on officers and prompted calls for better suicide prevention measures.
The senior constable took her own life while on duty at a centre which helps victims of sexual assault in Melbourne’s south-east, on Monday.
She was a mother in her mid-30s and had been a policewoman for more than 12 years.
Her colleagues have been offered counselling, Police Association secretary Ron Iddles said.
“I think it’s always sad when we actually lose a member, but when a member takes their own life I think it’s far, far more tragic,” he said.
Mr Iddles said 220 police officers had taken sick leave for psychological problems like depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress in the last year.
A Police Association survey of 3,500 members found 77 per cent had trouble sleeping because of their work, and 8 per cent had been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder over the past three years.
Mr Iddles said the policewoman’s death demonstrated the importance of cultural change, so people could seek help without fearing the consequences.
“I think in the past there has been a stigma in relation to putting your hand up and saying, ‘I’m not coping’, for fear that you might lose your job,” he said.
Four police suicides in recent years prompted Victoria Police to launched a nationwide review.
It is also working on a smartphone app to help officers suffering from mental illness.
Police suicide ‘relatively rare end point’
An investigation will look at the circumstances surrounding the death of the leading senior constable.
Professor Sam Harvey from the Black Dog Institute said the death was a reminder of the mental health consequences of emergency service work.
“With the police I guess there’s a particular problem, while a lot of them are having mental health problems, they’re also carrying a weapon around,” he told 774 ABC Melbourne.
“This is thankfully still a relatively rare end point.”
About one in 10 emergency services workers show symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Professor Harvey said.
He said that meant there were lessons to be learnt from the 90 per cent of workers in the field who are more resilient to mental health issues.
“So we’re trying to learn from that and trying to test whether we can train all new emergency workers to learn new resilience techniques,” Professor Harvey said.
Victoria’s Mental Health Minister Martin Foley said the State Government would work closely with police to examine how the mental health of officers could be improved.
“We look forward to working with police command about understanding what it is that drives our frontline emergency services workers to take such a sad step,” he said.
CARROLL. Simone Maree. Leading Senior Constable Victoria Police
25.4.1979 – 12.10.2015
Treasured and devoted mother of 3 wonderful boys; Luke, Max and Ned.
Adored daughter of Jan and the late Peter Twining.
Loving sister of Ingrid, Angela, Peter (dec. ), Rita and Will.
Loved stepdaughter of John.
Simone will always be Loved and Honoured May she enjoy Everlasting Peace
CARROLL. Simone.
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Acting Superintendent Drew Morgan, Officers and employees of the Southern Metro Region Division 4 sincerely regret the tragic passing of our friend and colleague; we stand together to offer our deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Station Command, Sergeants and all Members at Frankston Police Station mourn the tragic loss of our workmate and friend. Our sincerest sympathy is extended to Simone’s family and friends.
The President, Executive and Members of The Police Association mourn the passing of Senior Constable Carroll and extend their deepest sympathy to her family. At Rest
Members of the Frankston SOCIT and Frankston SOR are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of our friend and colleague. You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten
The Assistant Commissioner and Staff of Crime Command express their heartfelt condolences to Simone’s family, friends and colleagues on her tragic passing.
Assistant Commissioner Robert Hill, Commander Dean Stevenson, Officers and employees of the Southern Metro Region sincerely regret the untimely and tragic passing of our colleague and offer our deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
The Chief Commissioner, Officers and Employees of the Victoria Police Force regret the sudden passing of their colleague and offer their deepest sympathy to her family.
Fiancee of bullied police officer who took his own life sues the state
PETER MICKEL BUROUGH, Herald Sun
EXCLUSIVE: THE fiancée of a bullied police officer who shot himself with his service firearm is suing the state.
Sarah Fleming, 32, says that prior to his suicide, her fiance, Robert John Smith, was in “emotional turmoil” and had made a complaint of workplace bullying, harassment and other stressors.
Ms Fleming says Mr Smith’s decision to take his life was due to the negligence of the force, which was responsible for the training and action of its employees.
Mr Smith died of a gunshot wound to the head while on duty at the Boronia Police station on June 29, 2013.
In a writ filed in the County Court Ms Fleming claims unspecified damages for the injuries she suffered as a result of Mr Smith’s death.
Since 2000, five Victoria Police officers have died in the line of duty, but 16 more have died by their own hand.
Last October, a policewoman ( Simone CARROLL ) and mother of three, who had previously been on mental health leave and had reported her struggles to Victoria Police, turned her police-issued gun on herself while she was on duty at the Seaford Multi-Disciplinary Centre.
That suicide prompted Police Association boss Ron Iddles — who had previously criticised the force’s efforts to tackle bullying — to call for more to be done to improve welfare of police.
Mr Iddles called for early identification programs in police training programs and at the workplace and for more police to talk about problems and show their colleagues help is available.
The association declined to comment yesterday on what progress was being made or whether there needed to be, or had been, a review of the provision of weapons to officers who have lodged mental health claims.
Ms Fleming’s legal action comes as police and ambulance unions campaign to change how mental health claims are treated, and in the case of post-traumatic stress disorder claims, reverse the onus on emergency workers to prove their condition was caused by work, which can sometimes delay much-needed treatment for years.
Between July 2010 and June last year, WorkCover accepted 482 mental injury claims from Victoria Police (and rejected 500), including 241 resulting from harassment and bullying, 252 for work pressure, 167 sparked by traumatic events and 54 due to occupational violence.
And police were hit harder by bullying than stress and trauma, according to members’ claims in 2014-15.
A National Coronial Information System report on Intentional self-harm among emergency service personnel last year revealed that of the 62 police suicides in Australia between July 1, 2000, and December 2012, 25 shot themselves — 23 with their service-issued firearm.
A Victorian Coroners Prevention Unit report into suicide rates among workers in key professions last year found the annual suicide rate among Victoria police was 10 per 100,000.
Police spokeswoman Sophie Jennings said in the past year the force had improved its complaints handling and completely reformed the way it responds to conflict, claims of bullying and harassment.
DO YOU NEED HELP? If this article causes you distress or if you require more information, police employees can call Welfare Services confidentially 24 hours 7 days a week on 9247 3344, and other members of the community can call Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyondblue 1300 224 636
Stations: ?, Bairnsdale, Eastern Division 6, Sale – death
Service: From ? to 7 October 2015
Awards: ?
Born: ?
Died on: Wednesday 7 October 2015
Cause: Fatal Motor vehicle collision – motor cycle rider
Event location: Princes Highway near Lindenow South, 20 kilometres from Bairnsdale in Gippsland, Victoria
Age: 53
Funeral date: Monday 19 October 2015 @ 1pm
Funeral location: St Mary’s Catholic Church
Cnr Main and Pyke Streets
Bairnsdale
Buried at: ? TBA
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Police officer killed in Gippsland motorcycle crash
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A police officer has been killed in Victoria’s east after her motorcycle and a four-wheel-drive vehicle collided.
The collision on the Princes Highway near Lindenow South, 20 kilometres from Bairnsdale in Gippsland, occurred about 7am on Wednesday and was being investigated by the police major collision unit.
It is understood the 53-year-old officer was travelling to work in Sale.
The male driver of the 4WD vehicle, who is believed to be a Gippsland-based doctor, was assisting police with their inquiries.
The Princes Highway was blocked in both directions, with traffic diverted at Benworden Road.
Police confirmed the victim was a senior constable from an Eastern Region police station but made no further comment.
Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on1800 333 000.
As some of you may know, yesterday one of our members, Senior Constable Kate McLeod was tragically killed in a road accident while travelling to work in Eastern Victoria.
The Police Association Victoria would like to offer our sincerest condolences to Kate’s family, friends and colleagues. We would like to remind them that we are here to support you in any way we can.
We know that our community would also like to offer their condolences to Kate’s family and police colleagues in Gippsland.
– TPAV Comms Team via Facebook on 8 October 2015
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Sharon BleggMy deepest sympathy to Lisa – her soul mate and life partner. Thoughts to family and friends. Kate – you will be sadly missed. Your detailed stories, your blushing, and you as ‘yourself’. One half of the ‘Bandits’…..your memories will live on. Good Bye Katrina Isobelle ….YES!!!!!!!!….I know, you “HATE” that. Kate. RIP Kate. xxx
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Simon WalshIt was terrible to hear of Kates passing, my sincere condolences to her colleagues, friends and family and my thoughts are with all her emergency service colleagues that attended the scene.
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Paula JohnsonWe worked many shifts together and I will always remember your stories …”katrina is a bell ding dong”, and they’re runners in Victoria, not ‘sand shoes’. My thoughts are with Lisa, you will be missed. Thanks for the laughs and the memories. RIP kate
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Rachel RogersThank You Kate-for your years of dedicated service, and for the friendship we made during them. You were a funny, cheeky woman, that knew what supporting a colleague was-a real asset to our world…extremely gullible though.. ?
As with the others-my thoughts and condolences are with Lisa, your friends and family, both blood and blue.
Ride Into Paradise xx
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Rhon NationFrom the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Peninsula Branch our condolences to Kate’s family , friends and colleagues .
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Kelly MaySincerest condolences to Senior Constable McLeod’s family, friends and work colleagues. May her memory be cherished, always.
Thank you for your service, and for the protection you afforded the public, Senior Constable McLeod, may your soul be at peace.
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Grace ElizabethRIP Kate, my squady and roommate. Thinking of all of Kates family, friends and Gippsland brothers and sisters in blue
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Chloe SpertiRip Kate McLeod, thoughts are with the east Gippsland police and the families, may she rest in peace now.
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Brett DaelishKate, although I didn’t know you – You must have been a champion in life – so sad that you have left us tragically – I hope the tributes to you and your family reinforce why we have such a wonderful hard working Police force in Victoria. Rest in Peace.
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Sharni FluitsmaSo sad to hear this news. Sincere condolences to Kate’s family and friends. It was a pleasure to have known you and worked with you when our path’s crossed. RIP.
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Jaime HeveyRest in peace Kate, was great to get to know you over the summer holidays a few years back in Mallacoota. My thoughts are with your partner and family
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Lynne Ashtonyou were a wonderful officer, you will be missd especially at the sale police station thank you for being so kind to my son who was a junior officer, you inspired him to be an even better police officer rest in peace kate love to you family and colleagues..the Richards and Ashton family of Sale
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Rico ChetRest well my sister we will take it from here.
R.I.P. Condolences to your family.
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Maree ShellyIt was a pleasure to know you Kate. You were highly respected by your ambo mates & bloody awesome at your job. RIP cheeky lady.
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Christine Petrucelle GibbinsSo sorry to hear, i worked with kate a long time ago at the Y, she was a swimming instructor at the time and was well liked by all. Condolences to the family
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Marcus ReidMy deepest sympathy to Lisa and family, Kate will be sadly missed, it was a pleasure to work with you all those years ago teaching swimming lessons for so many years… May your spirit fly free and proud knowing you changed so many lives and served your community well.. To your soul mate Lisa hold your memories close, may you find strength at this difficult time from your family and friends who are all here to support you… Rip Kate
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Jo HurleyRIP Kate An amazing Police Officer!! Patience dignity and care for everyone around her at all times!!
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Dale ThomasRip Kate. Such a sad loss. From the team at Doyle and shields. Our condolences to Lisa and families
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Mel IshaRest in peace kate, I will miss your stories and your passion for the job. I am so lucky to have worked with you, thank you for passing on your knowledge. I will not forget the times we shared. Thoughts with Lisa and the family during this time xxx
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Val JackmanVery sad to read of Kate’s tragic passing. I remember her as a popular PE teacher when we worked together at GC Bendigo may years ago. She was always great fun and very popular with staff and students alike. RIP Kate!! Sympathy to all family, friends and work colleagues..
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Angela DmytrenkoThoughts and Prayers to Family, Friends and Colleagues. (proud to have Police in my Family).
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Murray CouttsKate is such a lovely person; she was in my sister squad at the Academy. Thoughts for her family and colleagues….
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Evelyn BuckleR.I.P CONSTABLE KATE McCleod thank you for your service with VICTORIAN Police & many thanks to your family for their sacrifices as well ….MAY both your familys remember you with fond & funny moments in time rather than tears & sadness….
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Sam RobertsAlways tragic to lose one of our own (emergency service workers). RIP Kate, thank you for your service. Thinking of family, friends, work mates.
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Valerie AdamsRIP knowing that you are thought of by many and that it is such a tragedy to die in such a way. Condolences to her family and colleagues.
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Ka Chun TseWhat shocking news – my partner and I would like to acknowledge Kate as members of the general public whom she had helped when we were living at Bairnsdale.
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April McKinnonSympathies to Kate’s family, friends & colleagues; Especially the emergency service personnel who attended the accident~ their worst fear when attending is to find one of their own. RIP
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Lois McKenzieOur sincere condolences to Lisa. One half of the famous “bandits”, we still have quite a bit of your ingenious handywork to cross off the list and will think of you both with each new log. Our thoughts are with you.
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Charlie ThredboMy condolences to Kate’s family and friends, and my admiration to all you police, including Kate, who do such a wonderful job shielding us from having to even have a comprehension of what you have to deal with. Some people don’t thank you for this. I do.
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Margaret ByrneCondolences to your family from a former NSW Policewoman. RIP Kate. Margaret (Watts) Byrne.
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Peter PhillipsEven as an ex East Gippsland member I feel for Kate’s family and friends “In the job”. So sorry to hear the sad news. Condolences to all.
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Patrick GosstrayJust reading some tributes for Miss McLeod and how rememberable and sad they are so many happy and different memories you all had .. Left me speechless when I heard … Although I didn’t not know her but Miss McLeod was stationed in my town I would like to thank Miss McLeod for her services that she had done … Condolences to her partner, family, all work colleagues that she has worked with and to the Victorian Police Force From the Gosstray family
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Kim EliseRIP Kate- a loyal and valued member of Squad 15, 2008. Thinking of her partner, family and colleagues out east at this very sad time Xx
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Dave YoungCondolences to all in Eastern Region Division 6. RIP Kate
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Shardai NotleyCannot believe I’m reading this!! I’m in complete shock :(( Thoughts are with family, friends and colleagues.. The world has lost such a beautiful person RIP Kate xx
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Mathew BillsI would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to all those affected by Kates death. I first met Kate when she was the Gay and Lesbian Liason Officer at Bairnsdale Police Station. She was the first one to offer me some comfort when I was a young teenager trying to come to terms with my sexuality. Whenever I would see her about town she would stop and ask if I was ok etc, even when she was off duty. She will be dearly missed. RIP Kate, I’ll miss you. All my Love….xxxx cry emoticoncry emoticon
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Andrea SavageYou’ll be sorely missed Kate- thanks for stepping up for community- thoughts are with Lisa & Kate’s family
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Inge DaunceyThis is so totally tragic. I was really fond of Kate and was so proud when she joined the job. Vale fine lady. The world is a poorer place.
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Rama GardnerRIP Kate. .many memories of vegco days before you joined the job love and thoughts to family her partner and work mates
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Ally HowardKate, I thought you were gorgeous. I’m so sorry you are gone. You were a shining light among us. Condolences & deepest sympathy to those who loved you most & who will miss you forever. Rest in Peace
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Luke BelfordRest in peace kate. My thoughts go out to your partner and family. We had some laughable and some not so laughable moments over the past few years. Love and light.
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Anthony GortasticVale Kate, I’m glad to have been on your first night shift all those years ago… and I’m sorry we almost broke your brain! I’ll miss you heaps.
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Lisa GodenziYou always stayed strong in your beliefs even in the face of adversity. Our thin blue line got a little thinner yesterday. Thoughts are with her partner Lisa, family and friends. RIP. ?
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Kirsty Lee HalseR.I.p Kate u will be missed . u were one of nicest police officer iv known n was so kind to me. Thoughts with her family n her work mates xx
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Tamara LundChocking back tears as I find that it was you Kate, thankyou for lending a listening ear when I needed to talk, will miss seeing you around bairnsdale! RIP Beautiful lady, never be forgotten
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Yvette FransWe will miss you Katie, you have been taken from us way to soon in a senseless way. Lisa will miss having you by her side
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Dave N Sam GilesFarewell Kate you were a great copper and awesome to work with on jobs. We’ll miss you! Rest easy.
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Kayanne Bradzgal BennettOh lord …..i didnt realise it was you!!! Deadset one of the nicest police officers iv ever met… #madrespect….. RIP……
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Shelie EzardTragicically taken , my daughter worked along side you, it shows to hold our loved ones so much closer and never take a day for granted
Kevin PowellSorry for your loss Kate you will be remembered with the honoured dead
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Charles MachenKate, I know you struggled when you first came to Bairnsdale but you certainly shone. You put in more then most. It was a pleasure to have known you.
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Steve AndersonNo words Kate. Just memories of long conversations you always ended, debates you always won, and most of all that true friendship we built from the ground up. I will miss you mate. Everyday.
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Driver charged over police officer’s death
THE driver of the four wheel drive vehicle involved in the death of a Sale police officer on Wednesday is facing charges of culpable driving and dangerous driving causing death.
Patrick Mattu, 30, from Bairnsdale, faced an out of sessions hearing on Wednesday night in Bairnsdale and was remanded to front Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court on Thursday morning.
It is believed a four wheel drive vehicle was travelling east along the Princes Highway near Lindenow South when it and a motorcycle collided head-on about 7am.
The female rider of the motorcycle, whose name had not been released yesterday morning, died at the scene.
It is understood the 53-year-old Senior Constable was travelling to work in Sale and The Age reported that the driver of the four wheel drive was believed to be a Gippsland-based doctor.
The driver and his female passenger in the four wheel drive were not injured.
The Princes Highway was blocked in both directions, with traffic diverted at Bengworden Rd, as detectives from the Major Collision Investigation Unit examined the scene.
Police appeal for anyone with information about the collision to phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
30yo man fronts court over motorcycle crash that killed off-duty policewoman at Lindenow South
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A 30-year-old man from Bairnsdale, in south-east Victoria, has been charged with causing a crash that killed an off-duty police officer on Wednesday.
Senior Constable Kate McLeod was hit by a car while riding a motorcycle on the Princes Highway at Lindenow South, about 7:00am (AEDT), and died at the scene of the crash.
Patrick Mattu appeared in the Bairnsdale Magistrates Court yesterday.
He has been charged with culpable driving and dangerous driving causing death.
Weekly Times ( Melbourne, Vic. ) Saturday 27 June 1914 page 33 of 56
CLUE TO SUICIDE CONSTABLE’S WORRY
” All of a’work with the nerves, ” as a comrade phrased it, as the result of the escape of a prisoner under his charge, Constable J. Gillanders, St. Kilda watchhousekeeper, shot himself in the head at the inquest which was held on June 20 at the Alfred Hospital.
Mr T. Allen, J.P., returned a finding that Gillanders died from a gunshot wound in the head, self-inflicted.
“In my opinion,” he added, “it was caused through mental worry. There is no evidence to show the state of Gillanders’ mind at the time.”
Sergeant D. Kennedy stated that at 4 p.m. on June 18 Constable Gillanders reported to him that a prisoner named Arthur Waghorn had escaped from the lock-up. The prisoner was re-arrested shortly afterwards. On the same evening witness requested Constable Gillanders to furnish a report regarding the escape.
At 8.45a.m. next day Gillanders did not report for duty, and witness sent Senior-constable Hore to ascertain why he was absent. Hore subsequently informed him that Gillanders complained of nervous prostration, and that he would probably come on duty later in the day.
At about 2 p.m. that day witness requested Constable Matthews to inform Gillanders that he would have to go to the depot hospital, as he had not furnished a medical certificate. Matthews returned, and said Gillanders was not prepared to go to the hospital just then. Gillanders decided to go to the hospital at about 3.30 p.m.
Sergeant Kennedy, continuing, said that when he entered his office on June 19 he found the resignation of Gillanders on the table. He did not know who put it there.
It was also reported that his daughter saw him with the revolver but before she could run to him, he put the weapon to his temple and fired, dying tow hours later in Alfred Hospital.
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William George HOGG
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William George HOGG
Victoria Police Force
Regd. # 6320
Rank: Superintendent
Stations: Gun Bower, Swan Hill
Service: From? ? 1919to? ? ? = ? years Service
Awards: * Police Valor Badge granted in 1923 for the arrest of an armed escapee from Castlemaine Prison
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Regimental # 915
Enlisted: 19 August 1914 aged 19
Rank: Driver
Unit: Field Artillery Brigade 2, Battery 4
Returned to Australia: 8 October 1918
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Born: ? ? ?
Died on: Thursday 4 June 1953
Cause: Illness – stomach cancer stemming from being ‘gassed’ during WWI
Age: 57
Funeral date: Monday 8 June 1953
Funeral location: ?
Buried at: Melton Cemetery, Centenary Ave, Melton, Victoria
Supt. William George HOGG
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Escaping from Castlemaine reformatory teenager Nathaniel Baker was tracked to the bank of the Murray at Braund’s farm, Wharparilla, 3 miles from Echuca. Mounted Constable Daniel O’Connor noticed impressions, which he recognised as those of boots worn by prisoners. Following the tracks for some distance, he learnt Braund’s boat having been taken from its mooring, evidence suggesting the fugitive travelled down stream. Setting off in pursuit, 3 miles from Lockington, he discovered the abandoned boat however no trace of the escaped prisoner.
Establishing through diligent enquiry a person, in possession of a double-barrelled gun, answering the description of Baker called at the farm of Mr. Williams, partaking of an evening meal. A request for cartridges was complied with without fuss with the provision of four. Departing, Baker informing Williams he intended travelling to Gunbower.
Assisting in the search, officer in charge of Gunbower, Bill Hogg, upon receiving the information, travelled on the night of Tuesday 18 June 1923 with Mounted Constable Daniel O’Connor, to an abandoned hut on Gunbower Island, arriving about 11.30 p.m.
Cautiously approaching, the policing pair discovered their man asleep in the room; double-barrelled shotgun within easy grasp. Making a dash through a window, Bill Hogg secured the weapon, whilst Daniel O’Connor arrested the escapee without resistance. Without food and with little clothing, Baker told the police that he would not have attempted to use the gun even if the opportunity presented itself.
Placing a good mark on their records, Superintendent Donovan of Bendigo, recommended Constable Bill Hogg, of Gunbower, and Mounted Constable Daniel O’Connor, of Echuca, for pre-eminent valor and bravery in the discharge of their police duties in capturing Nathaniel Baker, on Gunbower Island on Thursday 15 June 1923, recommended the pair receive a Merit Badge.
Superintendent William George Hogg, of Swan Hill, died in the Police Hospital, St. Kilda Road, on 4 June 1953, aged 57 years, after a brief illness [stomach cancer]. Bacchus Marsh, Victoria born son of George William Hogg and Catherine Jane Watts, 19 years old groom, Bill Hogg landed at Gallipoli on Anzac Day with the 4th Battery; later to be gassed in the battle trenches of the Western Front, France.
Joining the Victoria Police Force in 1919, at the outbreak of the Second World War, Bill Hogg was one of the original team of four to establish D24. Superintendent William George Hogg was buried with full police honours at Melton, Victoria, leaving a wife and three daughters to mourn their loss.
David John HOBDEN
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David John HOBDEN
Victoria Police Force
Regd. # 23192
Rank: Senior Constable – Retired – Medical
Stations: pre mva: Force Reserve, Melbourne District Traffic and Patrol Division, Cranbourne Police Station, the Metro Traffic Operations Group and Echo District Traffic Operations Group.
post mva: recruiting, Youth Advisory Unit and as a Youth Affairs / Project Officer.
Service: From 29th January 1980 to 2005
Awards: National Medal – granted 31 July 1999
Born: 1963
Event date: 1990
Died on: 24 December 2011
Cause: injuries sustained from 1990 mva
Age: 47
Funeral date: Wednesday 4 January 2012
Funeral location: Victoria Police Academy Chapel, 1 View Mount Rd, Glen Waverley
Buried at: ?
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David John HOBDEN
The touchstone of Victoria Police Senior Constable David John Hobden left the manufacturer in Melbourne this morning. Under AFP Federal Agent escort, the touchstone has just been handed over to NSW Police – Monaro LAC Commander, where it will be blessed at their dawn service at Queanbeyan Police Station tomorrow morning. The touchstone will then be installed into the National Police Memorial ahead of the national service tomorrow evening. We will remember.
On 30th October 1990, Senior Constable David HOBDEN was travelling on his police motor bike with the lights and siren operating in response to a call from D24 of ‘offenders on’ in a house in Endeavour Hills.
At the intersection of Heatherton Road and James Cook Drive, Endeavour Hills he was involved in an accident with another vehicle.
He was conveyed to the Dandenong Hospital where he was diagnosed with a broken leg and two broken ribs. As a result of the injuries he was off duty for 12 months.
During the following years the injuries continued to trouble him and he required ongoing medical treatment and a further thirty operations.
Eventually the discomfort he suffered from the injuries forced him to retire from Victoria Police in 2005.
David Hobden joined Victoria Police as a Cadet on 29th January 1980 and after graduating in 1982 he performed general duties at Force Reserve, Melbourne District Traffic and Patrol Division, Cranbourne Police Station, the Metro Traffic Operations Group and Echo District Traffic Operations Group.
Upon his return to Victoria Police after the accident he performed duty in a variety of non-operational roles including recruiting, Youth Advisory Unit and as a Youth Affairs / Project Officer.
The injuries he sustained in 1990 subsequently led to David Hobden’s premature death on 24th December 2011.
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Craig Wilson PEARSE
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Craig Wilson PEARSE
Victoria Police
Regd. # ?
Rank: Sergeant
Stations: Bendigo 1988-2009 and Maryborough 2009-2011
Awards: ?
Died: 21 December 2011
Age: 47
Cause: Heart Attack
Funeral date: 30 December 2011
Funeral location: Bendigo Baptist Church
Sergeant Craig Pearse
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Police mourn popular peer
By ELISE SNASHALL-WOODHAMS
Dec. 22, 2011, 11:09 a.m.
Bendigo and Maryborough police are in mourning after the passing of their admired colleague and friend Sergeant Craig Pearse. The father of two died at home in Maryborough on Wednesday after suffering a heart attack. He was 47.
Yesterday officers in Bendigo and Maryborough remembered Sergeant Pearse as a dedicated father, son, brother, police officer, musician and friend, who had time for anyone. Sergeant Pearse served in Bendigo between 1988 and 2009, building many close friendships over that time. Sergeant Tony Kekich worked with Sergeant Pearse when they were both senior constables and Sergeant Kekich said his friend had always gone above and beyond the line of duty to help people.
“He would take on quite complex investigations and would follow them methodically to the point of being pedantic just to help the victim,” he said.
“He showed a great empathy to the victims of crime.” Sergeant Kekich said he remembered one particular photo of Sergeant Pearse, published about 10 years ago in the Bendigo Advertiser, which encapsulated his friend’s generous spirit. It was an image of Sergeant Pearse helping an elderly lady across the street, taking her arm while blocking traffic in both directions.
“That’s the type of man he was,” Sergeant Kekich said. “He always had time for people who needed that extra help.”
In 2009 Sergeant Pearse left Bendigo for a promotion in Maryborough where he again drew the esteem of his colleagues. Maryborough Sergeant Ben O’Regan said he was a great friend, even a father figure, to many of his peers.
“He was pretty much a rock, a consummate professional, someone who was mentor, someone you could rely on and someone that you knew you could go to with any problem, be it work related or personal, and he would guide you through it in the best possible way,” Sergeant O’Regan said.
Sergeant O’Regan said the death had come as a huge shock to the entire Maryborough community, of which Sergeant Pearse was heavily involved.
“Personally I thought of him as unstoppable and indestructible,” he said. “He was very friendly, very warm, embracing of everyone, very professional, a real true upstanding policeman and a true friend.”
Outside of work Sergeant Pearse was passionate about his family, especially his two sons. Sergeant Kekich said his friend was artistic, too. He made and painted tin soldiers which were bought by enthusiasts worldwide, and he was also an accomplished musician.
“He could pick up virtually any instrument and play it,” Sergeant Kekich said.
“I don’t think it would be overstating it to say that the Victoria Police have lost a great asset.”
A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 30 2011 at 2pm at the Bendigo Baptist Church.
BENDIGO’S residential Strategy will be reviewed because of greater than expected growth.
The State Government has announced a grant of $50,000 to carry out the review.
The review is needed because, according to the State Government, 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
Regional Development Parliamentary Secretary Damian Drum made the announcement this morning.
Mr Drum said the Bendigo Residential Strategy Review would deliver greater community and investor certainty, helping the region grow.
“The Bendigo Residential Development Strategy was adopted in 2004 and is currently being audited because of the faster than anticipated growth that has occurred in Bendigo in recent years,” he said.
“Strong residential growth has many flow-on economic benefits and having a clear framework for future development will position Greater Bendigo City Council to undertake more detailed, place-based planning in the future.”
Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said about 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
The Residential Strategy impacts directly on where and how property developments use “infill” parcels of land, range of housing styles and also on housing affordability.
“This project will review the strategy, assess current and estimated land supply and demand and consider various legislative and policy changes,” Mr Ryan said,
“It will also consider the latest demographic data and establish a new strategic framework to guide the long-term residential growth of Greater Bendigo.
“The project will result in a revised residential strategy that will give developers, the community and service providers greater surety and confidence about where land can be developed for residential purposes, and that sufficient land is available to accommodate the City of Greater Bendigo’s future growth.”
Mr Ryan said a contemporary strategic planning framework was essential to the economic development of a large regional centre like Bendigo.
“Clearly identifying future growth options and supporting infrastructure needs will enable the Greater Bendigo City Council and other infrastructure providers to plan their capital works programs well in advance,” he said.
“Identifying long-term growth areas will enable the council and other service authorities to start planning for the delivery of services, thereby minimising the lag time between when residential development occurs and when the services need to be in place.”
TOP TWO: Senior constables Cary Towers and Rachel Colliver with the award. Picture: JODIE DONNELLAN
Award recognises Bendigo police officers’ dedication
By ELISE SNASHALL-WOODHAMS
Dec. 3, 2012, 1 a.m.
Two of Bendigo’s best police officers have been honoured with an inaugural award in memory of their late colleague Sergeant Craig Pearse.
Senior constables Rachel Colliver and Cary Towers were presented with the award at the police Christmas function on Friday night.
Inspector Mark Edwards said the award recognised the qualities of professionalism, team work and customer service that Sergeant Pearse exemplified.
Sergeant Pearse, a long-serving member in Bendigo before moving to Maryborough, passed away from a heart attack in September last year.
“We had been thinking about doing a high-achiever type award for a while, and a couple of police officers thought we should name it after Craig,” Inspector Edwards said.
“It’s great to recognise our top performers and even better to have something that has serious meaning attached to it.
“We’re keeping the memory of Craig well and truly alive.”
The Sergeant Craig Pearse Memorial Award covers the Bendigo police service area and takes in Bendigo uniform, crime investigation and highway patrol, as well as Eaglehawk, Heathcote, Goornong, Elmore and Axedale.
“We took into account a lot of things,” Inspector Edwards said.
“It isn’t just about stats, how many crooks someone catches or tickets issued.
“It’s about teamwork, leadership, supporting your mates and good customer service to the Bendigo community.”
The award was originally meant to go to just one officer but Inspector Edwards said it was too hard to split Senior Constable Colliver and Senior Constable Towers.
“In the past 12 months Rachel has been on the highway patrol her work output has been the highest in the western region,” he said, “Cary Towers rates similarly; their outputs are enormous, they work their guts out.
“They are both excellent mentors for the younger troops. The leadership they display is absolutely first-class. And their ethics have never been questioned.”
Inspector Edwards said the pair were both recognised for their “general enthusiasm” for their work. “Part of Rachel’s speech was, ‘its pretty easy to do a good job when you love your work’,” he said.
“Cary hates crooks and when there’s crimes committed he just loves to get out there and catch them.”
Senior Constable Towers said it was a “tremendous honour” to receive the award from Sergeant Pearse’s parents.
“He was held in very high regard and it’s a testament to what kind of guy he was,” he said.
Senior Constable Towers has worked in uniform for 10 years, and had a six month stint in crime investigation this year.
“I’m back in uniform now on general duties, doing all sorts of stuff, going out in the van, in the watch-house, prisoner escort.
“I enjoy the camaraderie that goes with it, and I enjoy getting out there and helping out where you can.”
Senior Constable Colliver, an officer of eight years, said she loved her role in Bendigo’s highway patrol.
“It’s not just handing out the tickets, we try to make a bit of a difference,” she said.
“I enjoy dealing with so many people. I enjoy working one-up and I enjoy being out on the road. We do a lot of kilometres.”
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Sergeant Nigel Atkins
DETECTIVES have taken more than 100 statements as part of an investigation into an officer’s suicide.
The wife of veteran traffic officer Nigel Atkins has alleged workplace bullying was a factor in her husband’s death.
Sgt Atkins’ is one of four police suicides — three of which involve bullying allegations — which are the subject of an inquiry by the Coroner.
Sylvia Atkins has been told her husband’s death is the subject of an active Victoria Police investigation being directed by a steering committee chaired by Deputy Commissioner Tim Cartwright. The Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission, WorkSafe and the force’s professional standards command will oversee the probe.
Investigators have taken 120 statements from colleagues and others as part of the probe into Sgt Atkins’ death on March 7 this year.
Mrs Atkins said his troubles began in 2007 when he received an email from a senior officer over his booking of a motorist who was aggrieved at getting a number of vehicle infringements.
A picture with then Chief Commissioner Mick Miller was one of Nigel Atkins’ prized possessions.
The officer, who knew the man charged, questioned whether it was necessary to give him a “hamburger” (charges amounting to “the lot”).
Mrs Atkins said this led to friction with the superior when he stood his ground in a reply.
“Nigel took great umbrage to that. Nigel treated everyone equally,” Mrs Atkins said.
She said there was further trouble the next year when he was the subject of “scurrilous” allegations of misconduct by three colleagues. Sgt Atkins was later exonerated, but he was relieved of his officer-in-charge responsibilities at the traffic unit.
“How humiliating. It was against the principle of natural justice,” Mrs Atkins said.
Mrs Atkins said her husband had said his preparedness to book colleagues for speeding made him a target.
She said he told her of becoming the subject of nasty pranks around the station.
A police pursuit which was the subject of internal scrutiny dogged Sgt Atkins in his final months.
His gold class licence was removed after a review of the chase found he had failed to undertake risk assessments, did not communicate having driven at 160km/h in an 80km/h zone, failed to provide ongoing and adequate information during the pursuit, may have continued travelling at high speed after the pursuit was terminated and that he did not support the force’s pursuit and urgent duty driving policy.
Sgt Atkins agreed in response there were things that could have been done better but that he had conducted the pursuit safely and made the “sound and definitive” decision to terminate it.
A police statement said: “Victoria Police take all allegations of bullying seriously and conduct a thorough investigation into any complaint.”
The force was like his second family
POLICING was a huge part of Sgt Nigel Atkins’ life.
A treasured photograph shows him shaking the hand of respected former Chief Commissioner Mick Miller on the day of his graduation in 1978.
He started off on foot patrols and worked his way through a vast range of the force’s roles.
But his most recent years were spent as a road traffic cop, succeeding in reducing road trauma rates in the areas in which he was put in charge.
Commendations and letters of appreciation from his superiors and community groups were among his prized possessions.
His wife Sylvia speaks with pain and pride when she tells of the things she would never forget about her husband.
“I will always be proud of his leadership, loyalty and dedication to Victoria Police,” she said.
“More importantly, because he did it with great strength and honour.
“He was a great protector. My best friend.” Mrs Atkins said it was her husband’s aim to reach 40 years of service.
Despite having his problems in recent years, he was always eager to get to work, often turning up hours early to prepare.
“It was his second family. Sometimes, you’d think it was his first family,” she said.
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ATKINS. The Funeral Service for Nigel John Atkins will be held at the Victoria Police Academy Chapel, Viewmount Rd, Glen Waverley on MONDAY (Mar. 24, 2013) at 1.00 p. m. A Private Family Committal Service will then follow. Family and friends of Nigel are invited to join the family for refreshments in the Reflection Room at Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Princes Hwy, Springvale from 2.30 – 5.00 p. m. In lieu of flowers, a donation towards the creation of a Sacred Memorial Garden in memory of Nigel would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the Chapel.
ATKINS Nigel John My Loving Husband I am comforted knowing that you have entered the mansions of The Lord to enjoy eternal life. I know you will patiently wait for me; watching over me, protecting me from above. When you entered my life you also entered my heart and soul. Nothing can break that. I understand, respect and always have and always will love you.
ATKINS. Nigel. All staff at work areas within the Cardinia Police Service Area mourn the sudden passing of a well respected and dedicated work colleague.
ATKINS. Nigel John. Sergeant 21187 You were more than my mentor, you were also a great friend. I am honoured that I saw the “real you. I know in my heart you will be watching over us all and protecting us. You will be forever missed. My deepest sympathies to Sylvia and the Atkins family. Strength and Honour
ATKINS. Nigel. Fond memories of a compassionate, loyal and a respected member at the Chelsea Police Station. For everyone, he did his best. Eternal Rest
ATKINS Nigel Nigel, you were a boss, a mentor and a true friend. You lived your life to the fullest and you were loved by those who knew the real you. Nigel, you gave all you had until there was nothing left to give. Angels will forever be safe on the highways of Heaven. A hole in our hearts that can never be filled. “Strength and honour
ATKINS. Nigel. The President, Executive and Members of The Police Association mourn the passing of Sergeant Atkins and extend their deepest sympathy to his family. At Rest
ATKINS. Nigel John. Sergeant 21187 The Chief Commissioner, Officers and Employees of Victoria Police regret the tragic death of their colleague and offer their deepest sympathy to his family.
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