Last Class required to supply a Typing Certificate upon entry to the NSW Police Force. A Trial of the next 3 Classes will determine if it can be abolished.
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 57632
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Sunday 1 May 2022 ( aged 21 years, 6 months, 12 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed 9 December 2022 ( aged 22 years, 1 months, 20 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Constable
Stations: Dareton, Oxley Police District ( Manilla – Lock-Up-Keeper ) – Death
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 1 May 2022 to 28 January 2026 = 3 years, 8 months, 27 days Service
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: 9 December 2022 to 28 January 2026= 3 years, 1 months, 20 days Service
Time in Retirement from Police: 0 years, 0 months, 0 days
Age at Retirement / Leaving: = 25 years, 3 months, 9 days
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: Thursday 19 October 2000
Died on: Wednesday 28 January 2026
Age: 25 years, 3 months, 9 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: MVA – Rider on a ATV ( Injuries received from )
Event location: ?
Event / Diagnosis date: ?
Funeral date: Friday 20 February 2026 @ 10.30am ( be seated by 10am )
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( February 2026 )
HARRIS is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
HARRIS IS NOT mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Memorial Wall, Surry Hills BUT IS ENTITLED TO BE.
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
If you have anything further to add to what is recorded here, please get in touch.
Our deepest condolences are extended to Harris’ father Steve LANDGRAF, partner Karen, brothers Connor LANDGRAF, Ethan LANDGRAF, James, sister Mackenzie LANDGRAF family, friends and colleagues, together with Harris’ mum – Jenni and Step-Dad David, step siblings Thomas & Sarah and Harris’ girlfriend Lucy.
If there is absolutely anything I can do for you in regards to this Memorial – please don’t hesitate in reaching out.
A very proud day for the Landgraf family, and a very proud day for NSW Police Legacy, as Police Legatee Harris Landgraf marched onto the parade ground with Class 356, and then walked off as Probationary Constable Landgraf . Harris has been involved with Police Legacy for many years, including joining the Kokoda Trek in 2019 with brother Connor. Congratulations Harris, and the very best of luck with this momentous next step on your way!
Father & Son ( Steven LANDGRAF & Harris LANDGRAF ) 9 December 2022
?, ?, ?, Harris LANDGRAF, Steven LANDGRAF, ? 9 December 2022
?, Connor LANDGRAF, Harris LANDGRAF, ?
Harris John LANDGRAF
Harris and Connor Landgraf speak about walking the Kokoda Track – 2019
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On 16 March, 1988 Constable Zucchetti was driving along the Oxley Highway, Tamworth. Constable Burns was a passenger in the vehicle.
At the time both were attached to the State Drug Crime Commission and were engaged in an operation in the area.
While negotiating a right hand bend in the highway the vehicle crossed onto the incorrect side of the road and collided with a semi trailer.
Constable Zucchetti was killed instantly and Constable Burns died the following morning in the Tamworth District Hospital.
Constable Zucchetti was born in 1959 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 14 January, 1980. At the time of his death he was attached to the State Drug Crime Commission ( forerunner to the current NSW Crime Commission ).
Constable Burns was born in 1962 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 12 October, 1981. At the time of his death he was attached to the State Drug Crime Commission ( forerunner to the current NSW Crime Commission ).
Source: Beyond Courage ( Edition 4 ) by Retired NSWPF Sgt Danny Webster.
Constable 1st Class Craig Zucchetti (1959 – 1988)
Constable’s 1st Class Craig Zucchetti and Mark Burns were attached to the State Drug Crime Commission (forerunner to the current NSW Crime Commission). Both officers had been selected to this branch because to their tenacity and proven investigation skills.
On Wednesday 16 March 1988, they were part of a large team of police who were performing surveillance duties on a major crime syndicate in the state’s north-west.
About midday Craig and Mark were travelling together in an unmarked police vehicle along the Oxley Highway just outside of Tamworth when they were involved in a head on crash with a truck.
Craig was killed instantly.
Following the arrival of emergency services Mark was taken to Tamworth District Hospital in a critical condition. He passed away from his injuries the following day without regaining consciousness.
So as to not compromise the investigation the officers had been working on, only very limited details of the crash was publicly released at the time.
Prior to transferring to the State Drug Crime Commission, Craig and been attached to the Highway Patrol and had been a member of the NSWPF for eight years.
Outside of his policing duties he was highly active in the local community establishing a Community Watch program, a basketball club and engaged in fund raising for a beach patrol with his surf lifesaving club of which he was deeply involved in. Along with this Craig was also a keen surfer and rugby player.
At the time of their deaths the Police Commissioner at the time was quoted as saying, “Policing is a unique profession which places great demands upon those fortunate enough to heed its calling as a career. The very fact that two fine young officers lost their lives in the course of their duty serves as a poignant reminder of the inherent dangers which go hand in hand with police service.”
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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First published on this site on 5 January 2014
Updated 1 January 2026 with further information and photos.
Neville Patrick JURY
03/02/2026
Neville Patrick JURY
AKA Neville JURY, Nev JURY
* Nickname: ?
Late of ?
Relations in ‘the job’?
“possible” relation in ‘the job‘:
SenCon Alfred John JURY, NSWPF # ???? ( Pre 1921 – 1957 ) Died in March 1963 ( Died aged 66 )
K. JURY, NSWPF # 20611 ?
NSW Police Training College, Penrith – Class #” possibly ” 004
New South Wales Police Force
Uniform # 199?
Regd. # 5005
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 4 February 1946 ( aged 29 years, 9 months, 24 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed ? ? ?( aged ? years, ? months, ? days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank: = Constable 1st Class
Stations: ?, Mayfield – Death
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 4 February 1946 to 15 September 1957 = 11 years, 7 months, 11 days Service
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: 4 February 1946 to 15 September 1957 = 11 years, 7 months, 11 days Service
Time in Retirement from Police: 0 years, 0 months, 0 days
Age at Retirement / Leaving: = 41 years, 5 months, 4 days
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Neville Patrick JURY
Born: Tuesday 11 April 1916 in Cessnock, NSW
Died on: Sunday 15 September 1957
Age: 41 years, 5 months, 4 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: MVA – Police Cycle unit – Rider – Ejected – On Duty
Event location: Maitland Road, Mayfield, NSW
Event / Diagnosis date: Saturday 14 September 1957
On 14 September, 1957 Constable Jury was riding his Police Special Traffic Patrol cycle in Maitland Road, Mayfield. Another vehicle pulled out onto the roadway from in front of a bus, hitting the cycle and causing it to skid into the path of another oncoming vehicle.
Constable Jury was also hit by the second vehicle and pinned beneath the bumper bar.
He was taken to the Royal Newcastle Hospital suffering fractures and internal injuries, however he died the next day.
The constable was born in Cessnock in 1916 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 4 February, 1946 after serving four years in the RAAF.
At the time of his death he was stationed at Mayfield.
He is listed in the official New South Wales Police Honour Roll.
Source – Beyond Courage by Retired Sgt Danny Webster, NSWPF # 17426
Funeral Service for Neville Patrick JURY Saturday 17 September 1957
Funeral Service for Neville Patrick JURY Saturday 17 September 1957
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Our Deepest condolences to Carl’s wife and three children ( under 3 years of age ) – the youngest being only months old.
An off-duty police officer has been killed in a car crash on the NSW South Coast, leaving his heartbroken family paying tribute to their ‘superhero’.
Carl Wilkinson, 37, was driving alone the Princes Highway, at East Lynne, about 1.30pm on Thursday when his ute collided with a truck.
Mr Wilkinson died at the scene while the 57-year-old male truck driver, who was not injured, was taken to Batemans Bay Hospital for mandatory testing.
Mr Wilkinson served the community as a Senior Constable for NSW Police.
He is survived by his partner Madeleine Cox and three children. A heartbroken Ms Cox has posted to social media about her loss.
‘I lost my partner, the love of my life I was lucky enough to meet, and the father of our three beautiful baby boys,’ she wrote.
The family had only just moved to Batemans Bay the week before the crash.
Ms Cox sought help to find Mr Wilkinson’s guitar, which he had recently donated to a local church without her knowledge.
‘I am reaching out to see if anyone in the community knows who may have bought his guitar so that I could purchase it back off them?
‘I am no good at playing but he loved when I played only for him (I still have my guitar), he thought my voice was the most beautiful thing he had ever heard – I would strongly disagree.
‘But please I would love to find this so I can play to him once more Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here. I will pay anything for it.’
A reply to the post said the guitar had since been found.
Ms Cox described her partner as ‘my love, my mate, my angel, our superhero’.
A page on crowdfunding platform mycause has been set up to support the family, with $21,400 raised so far.
‘With much devastation to Maddie and three gorgeous boys, losing Carl unexpectedly – a beautiful partner and father,’ wrote page creator Jo Thompson.
‘Please help support and donate to this beautiful family that needs this the most at this devastating time.’
Investigations into the car crash are ongoing. Anyone with information or dashcam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Police have closed the main road on the NSW South Coast after a motorist died in a crash involving a truck.
NSW Police said they were called to the Princes Highway at East Lynne, north of Maidens Road at 1:30pm after receiving reports of a crash involving a ute and a truck.
The driver of the ute, who is yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.
The male truck driver avoided injury and has been taken to Batemans Bay Hospital for mandatory testing.
Police attached to the South Coast District have launched an investigation into the crash.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
The Princes Highway has been closed in both directions causing significant traffic delays.
South of the crash site, a line of vehicles more than four kilometres long is waiting for the road to be cleared.
The crashed occurred 30 kilometres south of Ulladulla in a mobile phone reception black spot.
Light vehicles can use a diversion via Braidwood Road and at Nowra Hill then down the the Kings Highway to Batemans Bay.
Oversized vehicles are being advised to use the Hume Highway.
Carl moved here from Sydney after growing up in Bathurst, I moved here from Cronulla 6 months before him.. then we met. 01.01.2018.
On our second ever date I brought him to our farm to meet my parents (we knew we were each others forever on the first date) and he pointed out a painting in the shed of an angel Standing proud, strong with long hair and beautiful white wings looking to the sky.
He asked where we got it.
I said my mum likes to collect things from the tip and op shops.
He said he painted it when he was 16, and that it has C.wilko in the bottom corner.
It is with a heavy heart that the South Coast Police District acknowledges the loss of one of our own.
Detective Senior Constable Carl Wilkinson was tragically killed in a motor vehicle collision on the Princes Highway last Thursday afternoon.
Carl was a dedicated and extremely well-regarded officer who had served the community well since joining the NSWPF in 2009.
Carl joined the South Coast Police District team in 2017 and spent time in General Duties, the Proactive Crime Team and Criminal Investigation as part of the Batemans Bay Detectives office. An intelligent, diligent and very likeable man who was passionate about being a police officer and keeping the community safe.
More importantly, he was a beloved Son, Brother, Partner, Father and friend. The shock of his untimely loss is being felt deeply by those left behind, none more so than his family. Carl leaves behind a partner and three beautiful young boys whose lives have just changed forever. Our thoughts, prayers and support are with his family, friends and colleagues.
A life of such promise left unfinished. Thank you for your service.
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Relations in ‘the job’: Son to Jan DENING nee MAGRIN – NSWPF # 8844499 – GSO at Broken Hill ( c1995 )
Step-son to Bob DENING, NSWPF # 14933 of Broken Hill ( c1995 )
“possible” relation in ‘the job‘: ?
NSW Goulburn Police Academy – Class # 259E
This Class Attested at the Sydney Opera House
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 29590
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Sunday 21 August 1994 ( aged 18 years, 10 months, 19 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed Friday 17 February 1995 ( aged 19 years, 4 months, 15 days
Constable – appointed 8 December 1996
Constable 1st Class – appointed ( N/A )
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 19 December 2002
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Final Rank: = Senior Constable
Stations: Bankstown ( 19 Division )( GDs )( ProCst )( 16 Feb 1995- 20 May 1995 ), Liverpool GDs ( ProCst )( 22 Division )( 21 May 1995 – 6 April 1996 ), Barrier Region – Dareton ( GDs )( 7 April 1996 – 30 June 1997 ), Southern Region – Deniliquin – Dareton ( 1 July 1997 – 15 April 2000 ), Far South Coast – Moruya ( 16 April 2000 – 17 August 2002 ), Batemans Bay ( GDs )( 18 August 2002 – 15 Feb 2003 ), Far South Coast – ( TAG )( Target Action Group )( 16 Feb 2003 – 24 Feb 2007 ), South Region – Bermagui ( GDs )( 25 Feb 2007 – 15 Oct 2011 ), Lismore ( GDs)( Team 1 )( Richmond Police District )( 16 Oct 2011 – 10 Dec 2020 ) – Resignation
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: 21 August 1994 to 11 December 2020 ( Resigned ) = 26 years, 3 months, 20 days
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From 21 August 1994to11 December 2020 ( Resigned ) = 26 years, 3 months, 20 days Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = 45 years, 2 months, 9 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 3 years, 11 months, 3 days
Awards: No Find on the Australian Honours system – however
Commander’s Commendation – Officer has been Commended for his Discipline, Professionalism & Bravery displayed in a dangerous situation – granted 30 January 2000
Complimentary Remark – Officer recognised for being able to recognise an offender from just a description – granted 2 July 2002
Commander’s Commendation – In recognition of Professionalism, efficient response and rapid deployment to the murder scene of David McKEEVER – granted 12 May 2005
NSW Police Medal – granted 30 November 2005
Complimentary Remark: thank you letter from the Pearce family concerning the assistance given by a group of officers in relation to an out of control party at Surf Beach – recorded 20 January 2006
Commander’s Commendation: Professionalism and courage in the successful rescue of a male person in danger of drowning in rough seas at Bermagui on 16 February 2010
Acknowledgement of Good Police work – recorded 20 February 2010
1st Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 28 July 2011
National Medal – granted 15 August 2011
Unit Citation 2014 – Richmond OSG Unit Citation granted 29 October 2014
National Police Service Medal – granted 12 April 2016
2nd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 14 April 2016
COP Customers Service Excellence Award – Letter to SenCon Magrin relation to 100% score achieved in 2015 – 2016 – Mystery Shopper series. Presented to SenCon Magrin by Insp Johnston – 3 June 2016
Premier’s Bushfire Citation – granted 4 May 2021
3rd Clasp to NSW Police Medal – granted 27 July 2021
Australian Citizen Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Marine Drive
Sahidul Islam, Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar
Publish: Thursday, November 14, 2024 07:50 PM
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Ukhiya (Cox’s Baza) NOV 14, V7N- An Australian national has died in a motorcycle accident on the Marine Drive road in Teknaf, near the Belli Hatchery area in Cox’s Bazar.
The deceased has been identified as Magrin, Daniel Paul (49). The information was confirmed by Officer-in-Charge (OC) Arif Hossain of Ukhiya Police Station. ( Bangladesh )
According to local sources, the accident occurred on Thursday, November 14, around 4:30 PM at a location called Madhya Nidanir, near the Belli Hatchery on the Marine Drive road adjacent to Inani, Ukhiya. Magrin, Daniel Paul died at the scene of the motorcycle crash.
Upon receiving the news, the Inani police station team arrived at the scene, recovered the body, and prepared a preliminary report. The body is now being sent to Cox’s Bazar General Hospital for further examination.
Australian tourist killed in road accident on Cox’s Bazar Marine Drive
An Australian tourist was killed in a road accident on the Marine Drive of Cox’s Bazar last evening.
Magrin Daniel Paul, 49, a resident of Sydney, Australia, came to Cox’s Bazar four days ago, said Arif Hossain officer-in-charge (OC) of Ukhiya Police Station.
The accident occurred when the Australian citizen lost control over his rented bike and hit a roadside tree at Sonarpara area on the Marine Drive in Ukhiya upazila, he added.
He died on the spot, the OC said, adding that the Australian Embassy in Dhaka was informed about his death.
He was returning possibly from Inani beach, he added.
His body was sent to Cox’s Bazar Sadar Hospital. He was staying at the Modern Resort in Kolatoli.
Dramatic rescue: man found dangling from cliff face
A 60-year-old Byron Bay local was sighted with one foot on a rock ledge, holding on to grass.
By Amber.gibson
less than 2 min read
February 2, 2019 – 12:58PM
A LOCAL 60-year-old Byron Bay man was rescued from a cliff face after being swept onto the rocks by a wave whilst riding a surf ski this morning.
Tweed Byron Police District Sergeant Daniel Magrin who was the officer on scene said the police were notified at 9am that a man had been sighted hanging from the cliff face between The Pass and Wategos beach.
After being washed to the shore on his surf ski, the man attempted to climb up the cliff face to reach the path above but got stuck about 50ft above the waters edge trying to hold on to grass with one foot on a rock ledge.
NSW Police, Ambulance and Fire and Rescue services attended alongside NSW Volunteer Rescue Association (VRA) who sent volunteers from the vertical rescue service to winch the man from the cliff down to the ground.
While waiting for the VRA crew to arrive, Fire and Rescue crew threw a rope and a safety lanyard down to secure the man from falling.
Apart from minor abrasions the man was uninjured.
“I would just like to thank everyone involved in the rescue, for the great team effort among services, it came to a great conclusion,” Sergeant Magrin said.
AN 18-year-old Lismore man has been refused bail and been remanded in custody after allegedly assaulting security, a bystander, and police.
By Mjohnston
less than 2 min read
April 28, 2014 – 5:41AM
AN 18-year-old Lismore man has been refused bail and been remanded in custody after allegedly refusing to leave a licensed premise in Lismore, then head butting an elderly man, before assaulting police as they arrested him.
Just before 11pm on Saturday night a young man was refused entry to a licenced premises in Lismore, Senior Constable Dan Magrin of RichmondLocal Area Command said.
This man then became aggressive towards staff and security and refused to leave an area.
He allegedly assaulted a security guard before walking across the road to a 65-year-old bystander who was not involved in the incident, police said.
The 18-year-old man then allegedly head butted the elderly man in the face, causing the victim to fall backwards and hit his head on the pavement.
The elderly man suffered a suspected broken nose and lacerations to the back of the head. He was taken to Lismore Base Hospital.
The man was then detained by security officers until police arrived. Police said they found the man still struggling.
Once police officer restrained and handcuffed him. Police say they then placed the man in the back of the police car, where they removed the handcuffs.
The 18-year-old then allegedly punched a police officer in the jaw.
The man was taken to Lismore Police Station, where he was charged with offences, including assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault, assaulting police, resisting police, and failure to leave licensed premises.
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.
A woman has died following a crash in the Port Stephens area earlier this month.
Just after 4.20pm on Friday 4 October 2024, emergency services were called to Nelson Bay Road, Fullerton Cove, following reports of a crash.
Officers attached to Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were told a female motorcycle rider had been ejected from her bike.
The 55-year-old woman was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics for head injuries before being taken to John Hunter Hospital in a critical condition.
A crime scene was established and officers from Crash Investigation Unit commenced an investigation into the incident.
Police were told a utility had been travelling in front of the motorcycle.
Following initial inquiries, police attended an address in Chisholm and spoke to the 55-year-old male driver of the ute. He was taken to Maitland Hospital for mandatory testing.
Yesterday (Friday 18 October 2024), police were notified the woman had died in hospital.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
As inquiries continue, anyone with information or dash cam footage about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
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.
Rest peacefully my darling brother Trev Walter on what should have been your 66th Birthday
we miss you so very much and can’t believe you have been taken from us so soon and so suddenly doing what you loved we are heartbroken beyond belief and our hearts are shattered into a million pieces. We all love you so very much and are so very blessed you were our family, our rock our constant and we are so incredibly proud of you and all that you did and gave to us and so many others. You had the biggest heart and you shared your heart and love with all that you knew
We now have to navigate a life without you in it and live with the hole in our hearts that will never be filled Sending you all my love now and forever to keep in heaven until we meet again my darling brother rest in peace I love you
Retiring Detective Senior Constable Trevor Walter is flanked by his colleagues at the station. Photo: Rob Wright / The Coffs Coast Advocate. Picture: Rob Wright
Retiring Detective Senior Constable Trevor Walter is flanked by his colleagues at the station. Photo: Rob Wright / The Coffs Coast Advocate. Picture: Rob Wright
Coffs Harbour says goodbye to a top cop
TREVOR Walter has spent time in the company of many a violent criminal but it’s a love of motorbikes that has this police officer resting his feet.
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January 18, 2014 – 6:00AM
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Retiring Detective Senior Constable Trevor Walter at the station. Photo: Rob Wright / The Coffs Coast Advocate. Picture: Rob Wright
TREVOR Walter has spent time in the company of many a violent criminal but it’s a love of motorbikes that has one of Coffs Harbour’s longest serving police officers resting his feet.
He’s eager to enjoy his recently announced retirement as soon as possible but with a fractured leg – sustained just before Christmas when his bike landed on him – the well respected Detective Senior Constable has some time to reflect on a job well done.
The true country boy still smiles when he remembers the fresh-faced 18-year-old who headed for the big city in the late 70s.
NSW Police Cadets – Class 9, Phase III ( L – R )
Back Row: Phil VICKERY, Mick COWNIE, Walter KOENIG, Greg CALLANDER ( 17463 ), Glen MORRIS, Mike KNOWLES # 17558 ( R.I.P. ), Ivor PEDERSEN
Front Row: Anthony TANOS, R. BROWN, Acting Sgt Len HARRIS ( Drill Instructor ), Sgt 2/c William ‘Bill’ COMAN ( Instructor ), Sgt 3/c Keith JOHNSON # 7887 ( R.I.P. ), Andrew MARRIOTT, Andrew WARDROP
After finishing high school in the Orara Valley, Sen Const Walter thought he might try his hand at paint work but, as his mother blatantly pointed out, he wasn’t…well…very good at it.
When the police recruitment van rolled into town, she gently suggested he might like to check it out and before he knew it, Sen Const Walter was headed for the academy in Sydney.
The learning curve was steep for a teenager who had never ventured far from home but by the time he returned to Coffs Harbour – where he has served for 33 of his 37 years in the force – he had developed a rare set of skills.
A never failing empathy for victims of crime and the ability to carry them through a tedious legal process allowed him into the lives of countless people and eventually led to him receiving the Commissioner’s Award for outstanding victim support in 2011.
The knowledge that he was living in a country area where everyone, including the criminals, knew who he was and where he lived, never really troubled him.
As he has told the many fresh recruits he has mentored over the years, “if you are hard but fair” and treat others with respect, you will get by without too much opposition.
With the birth of his children came a new set of challenges.
Retiring Detective Senior Constable Trevor Walter is flanked by his colleagues at the station. Photo: Rob Wright / The Coffs Coast Advocate. Picture: Rob Wright
While he was lucky enough to have the kind of personality that allowed him to switch off when he got home, there were unavoidable emotions stirred when tragedy struck a family which he could compare to his own.
His eldest daughter was five when a local boy of the same age was killed after his head was crushed by a telegraph pole as he leant out of a bus window to wave goodbye to his friends.
A double fatality at Bonville, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl, the age of his daughter at the time, also hit hard.
“Those are the things that are very sad and remind us how lucky we are that our family is safe,” Sen Const Walter said
“I never lost sight of that fact.”
Mixed with the tough tasks were major achievements.
Sen Const Walter and another officer once arrested the state’s most wanted man, prison escapee Anthony O’Sullivan, who was discovered with a $64,000 stolen boat in tow and went on to serve a lengthy prison sentence.
In 2001, he risked his life to rescue a woman from a burning home in Karuah Ave.
For that, he was awarded the Bronze Medal for Bravery from the Royal Humane Society and the Commissioner’s Commendation for Bravery.
To this day, when the woman sees him down the street, she still hugs him and thanks him for saving her life.
More recently, Sen Const Walter had the satisfaction of watching as a disgraced member of a local surf lifesaving club, whom he had been investigating for a number of years, was convicted and sentenced to a significant time in jail over the persistent sexual abuse of a young girl.
There are the troubling cases, which he refuses to allow to haunt him, but admits will always remain strong memories.
He has few regrets but if he could have solved one more case before he left, it would have been the 1990 murder of 92-year-old Veronica Rigney, who was viciously clubbed for no apparent reason in her Hill St home, just near the police station.
Sen Const Walter was on duty that night and interviewed Mrs Rigney in hospital where she later died.
He’ll also miss his second family – both sworn officers and support staff (many of whom celebrated Sen Cost Walter’s career at a farewell party on Thursday night) – but he’s hoping that when the new justice precinct is open, he may just “be invited back for a cuppa”.
This article and historic pictures from Det Sen Const Walter’s career can be viewed on the Advocate website.
Tragically taken from us whilst holidaying in Thailand.
A loved & cherished son of Don and Fay Walter (both dec’d)
Loving and devoted Dad to Naomi and Peter,
Adored Popow to Evelyn and Freya.
Much loved and treasured Brother and Brother in law to Susan & Richard and Kay & Peter.
Loved & adored Uncle to his Nieces & Nephews and their families.
A caring, beautiful and loved partner of Robyn, respected friend, colleague and mate.
A Dedicated, respected and Proud Member of the NSW Police Force for over 38 years.
Trevor touched all our lives and will be greatly missed.
‘I do believe it’s time for another Adventure’
All who knew Trevor are invited to join his Family and Friends in celebrating his life at Coffs Harbour Racing Club, 2 Howard Street Coffs Harbour at 10:30am Saturday 13th April 2024. Thence for private cremation.
**Please dress brightly to reflect Trevor’s love for life!**
In the Australian shaped garden at Karangi Lawn Cemetery up near the chapel.
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Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
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Cal
Updated 6 October 2025 with NSW Police Cadets – Class 9, Phase III photo.
Updated 9 December 2025 with Grave Memorial photo, Live Stream and additional photos.
Virginia Suzanne MacKIE
03/02/2026
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.
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Bankstown policeman, Constable Chris McINTOSH recently took charge of a gleaming new patrol bike and although it is capable of hitting 125 miles an hour, represents safety for members of the public. Constable McINTOSH told last week how he chased a speeding motorist some time ago with the car reaching more than 90 miles an hour on Hume Highway between Woodville Rd and Yagoona. Constable McINTOSH was riding a bike which has since been disposed of by the Police Department. If he had had the new cycle he now rides, the chase would have been over earlier and thus danger to the public would have been reduced. The new machine is a Honda 750 of four cylinders and other car on Australian roads could out run or out manoeuvre it. Constable McINTOSH has been riding motor cycle for eight years, five of them with the Police Department. The bike is two seconds faster than the latest Phase three Falcon GTHO over a standing quarter mile and reaches 105 miles an hour from rest in 12.6 seconds. It weights about 530 pounds with large disc brake at the front and live speed gearbox.
Shortly after 9.30am on 22 September, 1973 Constable McIntosh was riding a Police Special Traffic Patrol solo motor cycle from Bankstown Police Station to Lakemba. As he was travelling along Wattle Street a panel van travelling in the opposite direction made a right turn in front of the police cycle. Constable McIntosh was unable to avoid a collision and the cycle struck the side of the van. The constable died as a result of injuries received in the collision.
The constable was born in 1946 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 8 August, 1966. At the time of his death he was attached to the Traffic Branch.
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( 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 )
William FREEMAN on 7 August 2022 at the Mercantile Hotel, the Rocks, NSW.
David UPSTON, William FREEMAN, Brian FRIEND on 7 August 2022 at the Mercantile Hotel, the Rocks, NSW.
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( August 2022 )
BILL is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Former Sergeant Bill Freeman, 74 years of age has succumbed to injuries received last week. He was the driver of a State Transit bus which was hit by a semi trailer. Bill was trapped, suffering critical injuries.
The driver of the semi was charged and now will no doubt have those charges upgraded.
Bill formerly worked at Bass Hill police.
Thinking of his family and many friends at this awful time. May he Rest In Peace
Bill also raced speedway cars and is reputed with having a small ‘cannon’ at Bass Hill Police Stn in years gone by.
He is also reported to have run in a number of City to Surf foot races over the years.
Worked with bill fir many years at bass hill plus he was the oldest police footy player to come out of retirement and play when we needed him
A wonderful man who was a character and a great old school cop
Bus driver dies in hospital following crash – Wetherill Park
Wednesday, 24 August 2022 07:16:42 AM
A man has died in hospital following a crash in Sydney’s west last week.
About 11.45pm on Thursday (18 August 2022), emergency services were called to the intersection of Davis Road and the Liverpool-Parramatta Transitway, Wetherill Park, following reports a Kenworth semi-trailer and a state transit bus had collided.
The bus driver – a 74-year-old man – was trapped in the vehicle, before being freed by Fire and Rescue NSW.
He suffered serious injuries and was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition.
Four male passengers on the bus were treated for minor injuries.
Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command established a crime scene, and specialist officers attached to the Metropolitan Crash Investigation Unit commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The truck driver – a 26-year-old man – was charged and remains before the courts.
Police have now been told the 74-year-old man died in hospital about 10am yesterday (Tuesday 23 August 2022).
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
Additional charges laid after fatal crash – Wetherill Park
Monday, 29 August 2022 03:55:37 AM
Police have laid additional charges following a fatal crash in Sydney’s west earlier this month.
About 11.45pm on Thursday (18 August 2022), emergency services were called to the intersection of Davis Road and the Liverpool-Parramatta Transitway, Wetherill Park, following reports a Kenworth semi-trailer and a state transit bus had collided.
The bus driver – a 74-year-old man – was trapped in the vehicle, before being freed by Fire and Rescue NSW.
He suffered serious injuries and was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics then taken to Liverpool Hospital in a critical condition.
Police were advised the man subsequently died in hospital on Tuesday 23 August 2022.
Four male passengers on the bus were treated for minor injuries and have since recovered.
Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command and specialist officers attached to the Metropolitan Crash Investigation Unit commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
As part of ongoing inquiries, police charged a 26-year-old man over his alleged involvement in the crash earlier this month. He remains before the courts.
Following further inquiries, the Woolgoolga man’s charges have been upgraded to dangerous driving occasioning death and negligent driving occasioning death.
Additionally, he’s been charged with three counts of not stop at stop line at red light, two counts of not stop at stop line at yellow light, and five counts of driver use mobile phone when not permitted.
He remains on conditional bail and will appear at Fairfield Local Court today (Monday 29 August 2022).
Bus driver fighting for life after horror crash in Sydney
William Robert FREEMAN, ( Bill FREEMAN ) with St Joseph’s – Sefton 1981 L Grade Rugby Team.
William Robert FREEMAN, ( Bill FREEMAN ) with ?
William Robert FREEMAN, ( Bill FREEMAN ) with ?
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. Harris has been involved with Police Legacy for many years, including joining the Kokoda Trek in 2019 with brother Connor. Congratulations Harris, and the very best of luck with this momentous next step on your way!
NSW Police Cadets – Class 9, Phase III ( L – R )
