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Police office killed in horror car crash
Police said the marked vehicle was responding to a reported theft when it hit a tree, killing a 24-year-old constable and injuring the driver.
- On Friday at 1.30am, Constable Mia Lay, 24, died instantly when her marked police vehicle crashed into a tree on Gibbons Street in Redfern while responding to a reported vehicle theft in Glebe.
- NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon described Lay as an enthusiastic officer who joined the force 16 months ago; the 'fully marked' vehicle split in half upon impact near Redfern Police Station.
- Paramedics transported the male driver to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in stable condition, while authorities declared a 'critical incident' and closed Regent Street between Lawson and Cleveland streets.
- Premier Chris Minns and NSW Liberal leader Kellie Sloane offered tributes, with Sloane stating she was "heartbroken" and emphasizing that officers face daily dangers protecting the community.
- Detectives continue investigating the crash circumstances, urging anyone with information or footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 as local bus routes remain diverted.
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