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On-Duty Police Officer Dies After Car Crashes Into Tree
The female constable died at the scene, while the male driver was taken to hospital in stable condition, police said.
- A female NSW Police constable died instantly early Friday when her fully marked police vehicle crashed into a tree on Gibbons Street in Redfern. The male driver was transported to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in stable condition.
- Officers were travelling under lights and sirens at 1:30am when the accident occurred. NSW Police declared the crash a 'critical incident' and established a crime scene to investigate circumstances surrounding the fatality.
- Motorists are advised to avoid the area as Wyndham Street and Gibbons Street remain closed. Regent Street is also shut between Lawson Street and Cleveland, with several bus routes being diverted.
- Leader Kelly Sloane said she was 'heartbroken' by the news, noting the officer was 'out working while most of us were asleep, protecting the community.' Premier Chris Minns also expressed condolences to colleagues.
- Investigators are continuing work at the scene as the police investigation is expected to take considerable time. Anyone with information or footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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Police officer killed in Redfern crash
The female constable died instantly when a fully marked police car travelling under lights and sirens crashed into a tree.
·North Sydney, Australia
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