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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Cal
First published on this site on 5 January 2014
Updated 1 January 2026 with further information and photos.
Neville Patrick JURY
02/01/2026
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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Paul SMITH # 24081 & his father – Roger SMITH # 9290 at a Remembrance Day in Deniliquin, NSW
Inspector Jy Brown OIC of Deniliquin Police Station with Roger Smith who is receiving his retired police pin …a little late….as I said he loved a laugh.
Another weekend in Deniliquin after the new Police Station opened. L-R Beth Docksey, Cheryl Rosewarne & Brian Rosewarne, Warren Mitchell, Ken Zegiel, Kay Smith & Roger Smith, Paula Zegiel & Allan Grogan.
Wife Kay SMITH & Roger SMITH in about 2019. Roger loved a laugh.
Wife Kay SMITH & Roger SMITH in about 2019.
Deniliquin in April 2023 at lunch. L-R Jy Brown, Beth Docksey, Jenny Choice, Ross Pogonoski, Roger Smith & Kay Smith, Graham Dockey. Always a great fun and a great socialiser.
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NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 081
NSW Police Cadet # 1440
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 9528
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Monday 19 May 1958 ( aged 17 years, 5 months, 26 days )
Probationary Constable – appointed Monday 23 November 1959 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 0 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 23 November 1965
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 23 November 1969
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Appears in the 1979 Stud Book but not the 1984 issue
Final Rank: = Senior Constable?
Stations: ?, South District ( 1965 ), ?
Time employed ( Paid ) with NSW Police: From: Monday 19 May 1958 to ? ? ?c1980 = 22+? years,
Service ( From Training Date ) period: From Monday 19 May 1958 to? ? ? = ? years, Service
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: National Medal – granted 15 September 1980 ( SenCon )
Born: Saturday 23 November 1940
Died on: Friday 31 December 1993
Age: 53 years, 1 month, 8 days
Organ Donor: Y / N / ?
Cause: ?
Event location: ?, Canberra, ACT
Event / Diagnosis date: ?
Funeral date: Wednesday 6 January 1994
Funeral location: ?
LIVE STREAM?
Wake location: ???
Wake date: ???
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: Big Hill Uniting Church graveyard, Arthursleigh Rd, Big Hill, NSW
Grave Location: Section: Row: 05 Plot: 07
Grave GPS: -34.562461, 150.010382
Buried at: Big Hill Uniting Church graveyard, Arthursleigh Rd, Big Hill, NSW Grave Location: Section: Row: 05 Plot: 07 Grave GPS: -34.562461, 150.010382
Although the grave stone indicates that he is ” At Rest Middlingbank, Eucumbene, NSW “
Middlingbank is located about the intersection of the Middlingbank Rd and Slacks Creek Rd – about 2 kms from Buccanderra Caravan Park on Lake Eucumbene, NSW.
It is ‘assumed’ & most probable ( that Selina is his mother because of the age difference ),
his Mother – Selina May MARTIN ( nee THOMPSON )( Born 1913 – Died 1988 ) is located in the grave at the head of his Marker at Big Hill, that Peter was Cremated and his Ashes scattered at Eucumbene at a location they called Middlingbank and that Peter’s Marker ( at the foot of Selina’s grave ) is a Cenotaph.
Grave of Selina MARTIN – ‘assumed’ to be the mother of Peter James MARTIN
4 row ( l to r ):
L. C. Bennett; D. W. Stolle # 9460; M. W. Kirk # 9512; R. C. Landers; B. Symons; A. Southall # 9527; John C. Dunbar # 9482; Peter J. Martin # 9528; B. K. Leaney # 9533; D. W. McLaughlin; J. R. Dorsett # 9498; P. W. Medway # 9444; J. McGregor # 9518; F. J. Ryder # 9506; Ray. N. Morris # 9517; P. R. Clemson # 9523; J. O. Parry; P. J. Woodward # 9478; D. C. Newton # 9480; Rod. L. Power # 9477; A. W. McDonald # 9510; B. A. Kearns; P. R. Leembruggen # 9530; R. G. Dunn.
3rd row ( l to r ):
E. H. Williamson # 9507; Syd. K. Isedale # 9490; T. G. Purcell # 9468; Allen J. Murphy # 9509; A. P. Lynch # 9500; R. W. Stone # 9488; M. C. Adams; H. J. P. Munro # 9484; J. E. Hawley # 9522; S. C. Heckenberg # 9487; H. T. Auliff # 9464; Barry A. Melouney # 9492; M. R. Turk # 9526; Anthony C. Frost # 9516; C. A. Hermanson # 9525; Edward ( Ted ) F. Doherty # 9446; W. McCormick # 9529; Ken. J. Williams # 9461; M. C. Moy # 9449; K. G. McNeill # 9455; A. D. Morris # 9469; R. L. Scarf # 9457; J.R. Press # 9462; R. J. Mahoney # 9514.
2nd row ( l to r ):
J. J. McNamara # 9465; T. J. Webber # 9504; B. A. Bennett # 9453; J. F. Bostock # 9535; R. N. Thornett; W. A. Allan; K. J. Hall; Mick R. Hay # 9452; Ken. Waters # 9494 or 9505; Keith Waters # 9494 or 9505; G. N. Crouch # 9532; R. C. Rogerson # 9536; D. S. McAfee # 9459; G. A. Wilson # 9470; B. Garland # 9511; J. Peterlin # 9503; Thom. C. Coleman # 9496; R. J. Canning # 9473; Victor A. Schweikert # 9458; R. Pearson; B. Kerrison # 9485; J. G. Kinnane; L. R. Kriss # 9483.
Front row – seated- ( l to r ):
Sergeant 3/c. Ben Hall; C. C. Greenham; G. R. Gibb # 9445; R. C. Jenner # 9486; J. C. McGingley; Darcy W. Cluff # 9463; R. J. Graham # 9467; David E. Nelson # 9481; F. B. McGoldrick; Ernest G. Mercer # 9515; E. W. Kelly; J. Kelly # 9531; Sergeant 1/c. Sligar # 8146; Sergeant 1/c. Barber # 4474; Sergeant 3/c. Porch; Miss. Sylvia W. Paull # P/W 0038; Mrs. Eileen. M. McLean # P/W 0037; Miss. June W. Fielding # P/W 0039; S. Favot # 9493; J. P. Boon # 9519; L. E. Ervine # 9497; R. T. Milligan # 9479; Denis W. Wardrobe # 9456; D. C. Rugers; H. V. Clarke.
Recently, in October 2024, I was again driving aimlessly in Goulburn PAC area and came across this graveyard.
I actually forgot that I have been here back in 2006.
I took a new photo of the Grave Plate and Plot and have now done, as much as I can, as a Memorial Post.
Cal
15 October 2024
SUNDAY 9 APRIL 2006
In the yard of a small Church at a place called ( Goulburn Police Patrol ) ‘BIG HILL’ WE STOPPED AT A CHURCH AND TOOK A FEW GRAVE PHOTOS IN THE Cemetery BEFORE HEADING OVER TO TARALGA AND THEN BACK TO GOULBURN.
THIS PLAQUE HAS THE NSW POLICE CREST BADGE ON THE UPPER LEFT CORNER. I DON’T KNOW THE STORY BEHIND IT AT THIS STAGE.
020108: Note added:
We were driving around aimlessly one day (090406) in the depth of Goulburns’ Patrol and we came upon this small Church at a place called ‘Big Hill’. Nothing there except for this Church and a few headstones.
One of the headstones had the NSW Police Crest on it – together with another Crest – which is the Free Masons Crest. Even though it is relatively a new grave – the fact that it has the NSW Police Crest was interesting.
I have no idea who he was, where he was Stationed etc or what the reference to Eucumbene is. I assumed that he has a Head Stone at ‘Big Hill’ (Goulburn / Taralga) but is buried at Eucumbene.
But Peter James Martin was only 53 when he died and died on New Years Eve. I did a “Google” search on him but didn’t find any information on him.
Plaque location: row 5 plot 7
Cal
9 April 2006
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About 6.50pm on 3 May, 1977 both senior constables were returning from the Beresfield Crematorium following a funeral service for Senior Constable Douglas Eaton who had been murdered on 30 April.
As they were travelling along John Renshaw Drive near Buttai, Senior Constable Thompson swerved to avoid a horse on the road. The vehicle left the roadway and overturned several times. Senior Constable Scorer was killed instantly and Senior Constable Thompson died a short time later in the Royal Newcastle Hospital.
Senior Constable Thompson was born in 1947 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 3 April, 1967. At the time of his death he was stationed at Cessnock.
Senior Constable Scorer was born in Hamilton in 1945 and joined the New South Wales Police Force on 14 April, 1966. At the time of his death he was stationed at Cessnock.
Dedicated on the 24 November 2005 and placed outside of Cessnock Police Station.
Canberra Times (ACT : 1926 – 1995),
Thursday 5 May 1977, page 15
Crash kills two policemen
SYDNEY: Two policemen were fatally injured on Tuesday night in a car crash near Newcastle while returning from the funeral of a colleague who was shot dead on Saturday.
Police said a car carrying five’ policemen from Cessnock, overturned after apparently failing to negotiate a bend near Kurri Kurri.
Those killed were Senior-Constable Raymond Scorer, 31, of Aberdare, and Senior-Constable Alan Thompson, 30, of Cessnock. Each was married, with two children.
They had attended the funeral of Senior-Constable Doug Eaton, who was shot dead at a golf club at the weekend.
The three other policemen are in a satisfactory condition in Cessnock Hospital.
The POS accused of fatally running over a young police officer has admitted stealing and driving the car but denies murdering the constable, a court has heard.
Reagan Ainslie Chown, 23, faced Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court in Perth on Wednesday ( 21 Feb. 2024 ) where he pleaded guilty to driving recklessly to escape police during a pursuit in a stolen Holden Cruze.
But he pleaded not guilty to murdering Constable Anthony Woods, 28, who was allegedly struck with the car in Ascot on June 8 last year.
The officer and his colleague had pulled over the vehicle and they were trying to detain three occupants when Constable Woods was allegedly dragged underneath as the car reversed.
Constable Woods was rushed to hospital in a critical condition and died on June 11.
He became the 88th WA Police officer to lose his life in the line of duty.
Constable Woods had only been on the force for about three years and had just passed his probation when he died.
He was farewelled at Optus Stadium on July 7.
In a statement after his death, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered.
“He was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard-working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.
“We ask that you keep Anthony’s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the young officer had been trying to keep the community safe.
“It was the sort of interaction that any of our officers may encounter any given day or night of the year, reminding us of the ever-present dangers facing police officers,” he said.
Constable Woods’ name has been added to memorial wall at the WA Police Academy in Joondalup, facing the flame of remembrance.
Chown will next face the WA Supreme Court on June 10.
Constable Anthony Woods succumbed to injuries suffered in the line of duty, while attending an incident in early June, in Ascot, Perth, Western Australia.
Three weeks previously, he had welcomed PolicingTV Founder, Bernard Rix, to Belmont Police Station in Perth, where they recorded this video intended to give PolicingTV viewers a detailed look behind the scenes.
Constable Woods’ family has asked that PolicingTV publish this video – today, the day of Anthony’s funeral – in his memory.
A personal statement by PolicingTV Founder, Bernard Rix:
It is with great sadness that I heard of the recent death, whilst on duty, of Western Australia Police Force’s Constable Anthony Woods.
Just last month, Anthony was chosen by the Force to provide me and PolicingTV with a guided tour of Belmont Police Station, in Perth. It was my great pleasure to film with him: he was a natural communicator, wonderfully friendly and engaging. I left Belmont that day having made a new friend, as well as with some wonderful film and memories.
My heart goes out to Anthony’s family, friends and policing colleagues. I may have met Anthony just the once, but his warmth that day made me feel I’d known him far longer. I hope this video helps bring back positive memories of a wonderful man: like so many others, I mourn his loss.
Thousands gather for funeral of police officer Anthony Woods in Perth
Thousands have gathered to honour Constable Anthony Woods after he was killed in the line of duty.
A West Australian police officer killed on duty is being laid to rest as his loved ones remember a larger-than-life character full of fun and joy.
A police funeral was held Thursday for Constable Anthony Woods, 28, who was allegedly run over by a man attempting to avoid arrest in June.
WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Loved ones mourn Perth officer Anthony Woods.
About 2000 officers and dignitaries stood in silence on Thursday as a bagpiper led the procession into a function room at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, WA Governor Chris Dawson, Police Commissioner Col Blanch and WA Premier Roger Cook were among the guests.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, who paid tribute to Woods in a statement as a “young man cruelly robbed of his future”, was represented by local Labor MP Zaneta Mascarenhas.
Police chaplain Paul Trimble paid tribute to the “larger-than-life” character who was full of fun and joy, but always treated others with respect.
A firm but fair officer, he died doing what he loved best.
The service concluded with a police honour guard. Credit: 7NEWS
“Anthony was in his element and wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else in that moment,” Timble told the service.
The chaplain spoke of a man who Woods had previously arrested leaving a condolence card at the station when he attended to sign in for his bail conditions, describing the officer as “a gentleman”.
In a poignant tribute, Woods’ wife Emily said she was “proud” and “so grateful for you”.
“Your love made me really strong and I’ll carry that with me every minute of every day,” she said
Woods’ older brother Nathan paid an emotional tribute, promising to live life to the fullest in his sibling’s honour.
“I’ll do my best to pick up where you left off. You’ve left a legacy and a massive imprint on this world,” he said.
“I love you bro and always will … until next time, mate.”
Anthony Woods’ wife Emily said she was ‘proud’ and ‘so grateful’ to have known the fallen officer. Credit: 7NEWS
The service concluded with a police honour guard.
A few dozen members of the public gathered in gloomy weather to watch a livestream of proceedings outside the stadium.
Albanese said all Australians joined the officer’s family in mourning.
“He was a young man cruelly robbed of his future … an Australian who went to work and never came home,” he said.
“Like all police officers, Constable Woods knew the risks his job entailed, yet he bravely performed his duties, putting himself in harm’s way so others could be safe.”
Albanese said the hearts of all Australians went out to Woods’ wife, Emily, and his family.
“We grieve with his friends, his workmates and the broader police community, whose every member feels each loss so very deeply,” he said.
Earlier on Thursday, WA Police shared footage of Woods filmed just a month before his death.
The video was captured in May as part of a tour of Belmont Police Station as part of a series for PolicingTV.com.
“The selected footage demonstrates his professional, friendly and enthusiastic approach to the job he loved,” WA Police said.
Woods had just passed his probation with the force before he was killed, having volunteered at the PCYC before joining the police cadets in 2019 and moving into the recruit squad in 2021.
Emily has previously remembered him as a devoted husband and loving son, brother and uncle “who was taken from this Earth far too soon”.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates,” she said in a statement.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.”
Woods’ family was shattered by his death.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community,” the family said in a statement.
“We ask that you keep Anthony’s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
Blanch said Woods was a brave and dedicated police officer and it was a sad time for the “blue family”.
“You did your duty mate, we will remember,” he said at a press conference to announce the death.
WA Police headquarters was turned blue in honour of the officer, while flags were flown at half-mast in the wake of the officer’s death. Credit: 7NEWS
Flags flew at half-mast at police stations across the state soon after, and Const Woods was honoured in federal parliament as someone who exemplified the values of the force.
Reagan Ainsley Chown, 23, has been charged with Woods’ murder after a vehicle with stolen number plates that he was allegedly driving hit and dragged the young officer underneath.
Chown is scheduled to next appear in court on August 30.
‘Infectious smile’: Funeral held for fallen WA cop Anthony Woods
The wife of a police officer killed while on duty has recounted the day they cried “happy tears” when he was accepted as a police cadet.
Anthony Anderson
4 min read
July 6, 2023 – 4:26PM
Hundreds of police officers and dignitaries from all branches of emergency services have filed into Perth’s Optus Stadium for the funeral of Constable Anthony Woods.
The 28-year-old died in hospital on June 11, four days after he was allegedly run down and dragged by a car during an early morning vehicle stop in the inner-east Perth suburb of Ascot.
Mourners braved a chilly, overcast Perth morning as they waited to be let into the private service on Thursday, the facade of Optus Stadium illuminated in blue lights.
The coffin of Constable Woods leaving the service in an honour guard. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Although the forecast called for a high chance of rain, it graciously held off as uniformed officers, some donning their full dress uniform, entered the stadium.
Police commissioners from across the nation were in attendance.
Queensland Police Service also paid tribute to the fallen constable on social media.
“Today, we are thinking of our (WA Police) colleagues as they farewell Constable Woods. With Honour He Served,” it posted on Twitter on Thursday morning.
Members of the public gathered outside the stadium to watch the service on a big screen. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
Even Anthony Albanese posted a tribute to Constable Woods ahead of the service.
“Like all police officers, Constable Woods knew the risks the job entailed, yet he bravely performed his duties, putting himself in harm’s way so others could be safe,” the Prime Minister said in a statement.
Representatives from the Australian Defence Force and St John Ambulance also headed inside as invited guests, joined by family and friends of the late Constable Woods.
Outside, members of the public gathered to watch the service in the BHP Amphitheatre, which features a large screen normally used for broadcasting whatever sporting event is taking place inside the venue at the time.
Those in attendance included WA Governor, former police commissioner, Chris Dawson, Police Commissioner Col Blanch, Premier Roger Cook and his Police Minister Paul Papalia, and Federal Opposition Leader and former Queensland police officer Peter Dutton.
Mr Albanese was represented by member for Swan Zaneta Mascarenhas, while WA’s National and Liberal parties were represented by Shane Love and Peter Collier respectively.
Eulogies during the service were delivered by Constable Woods’ brother Nathan, his mother Natalie, wife Emily, childhood mates, and colleagues from the Belmont Police Station, where the constable had been posted since December.
Nathan said his brother should have been the one speaking “in the limelight, in his element, making you smile”.
Constable Woods’ “infectious smile,” as his mother described it, continued to pop up in the eulogies.
“You may now have been able to live the longest life, but you lived a full one,” Nathan said.
Adolescent friends Max and Jacob fondly remembered their mate, known to them by his nickname “Fumbles”.
“He is someone who deserve better, and I’ll miss him every day,” Max said.
Constable Woods’ coffin being taken from the room ahead of his final trip to Karrakatta Cemetery. Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian/ Pool image
Belmont Police Station colleagues Shaun and James touched on “Woodsy’s” less-than-perfect driving ability and elicited laughs from the audience when they told of the time he accidentally “tasered the floor”.
But they also praised the quality of his police work.
Mum Natalie said in death her son “has been given angel wings and a golden heart”.
But perhaps most touching was the eulogy given by Constable Woods’ wife Emily.
“You cried all through our wedding vows while I was dry-eyed and professional, so I think it’s only fair that it’s my turn to cry in public,” she said.
She told the story of how they received the news Constable Woods had been accepted in the police cadet program while out grocery shopping and had held each other and cried happy tears in the middle of the store.
“We spent 95 per cent of the day doubled over in laughter, loving each other and planning our future,” Ms Woods said.
“Nothing in the world will replace the comfort and love you gave me.”
Emily Woods embraces WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch, alongside WA Governor and Mr Blanch’s predecessor, Chris Dawson. Picture: Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian/ Pool image
The service ended with the hundreds of police officers gathered forming an honour guard outside the stadium, where Mr Blanch radioed every officer statewide, calling on them to stand if they were able to have a minute’s silence for their fallen colleague.
Those driving were ordered to pull over, activate their emergency lights, and leave their vehicles for the minute.
Constable Woods’ body was taken to Karrakatta Cemetery, where he will be cremated.
The hearse was followed by mounted police units and bagpipe players as it made its way around the stadium. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Sharon Smith
The funeral comes just a day after the man allegedly responsible for running down Constable Woods, Reagan Chown, fronted Perth’s Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court.
The 23-year-old appeared on a charge of murder, upgraded in the wake of Constable Woods’ death.
Mr Chown’s was adjourned until August 30 when he’ll appear on all charges relating to the alleged incident.
Police say Mr Chown was behind the wheel of a car that bore stolen number plates when it was pulled over by Constable Woods and his partner about 1am on June 8.
As the officers tried to apprehend three people in the vehicle, Mr Chown allegedly reversed over Constable Woods and dragged him some distance, causing him catastrophic injuries.
Other officers arrived and they had to lift the vehicle off Constable Woods and perform CPR until paramedics arrived.
Nathan Woods said his brother lived a full life. Picture: Andrew Ritchie/The West Australian
Mr Chown is the first person to be charged over the alleged killing of a WA police officer in the line of duty in 16 years since Constable Damien Murphy was run down by an unlicensed driver in 2007.
His killer was later jailed on a charge of manslaughter.
Constable Woods is the 88th WA Police officer to die in the line of duty.
A man who allegedly ran over and killed a West Australian police officer is now facing a murder charge.
Constable Anthony Woods, 28, died in hospital on Sunday night, four days after he was allegedly dragged under a car in Ascot in east Perth during an arrest.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the man in custody over the incident, Reagan Ainsley Chown, would have his charges upgraded.
On Tuesday, police revealed the 23-year-old had officially been charged with murder.
Mr Chown initially appeared in court on Friday and made no application for bail on a number of charges, including causing grievous bodily harm while trying to avoid arrest.
He appeared in court again on Tuesday via videolink from Hakea Prison on the murder charge. He did not apply for bail and will appear in Stirling Gardens Magistrate in July.
Flags were flown at half mast outside the WA Police headquarters and at police stations across WA on Monday.
WA Police officer Anthony Woods (left) with wife Emily
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch revealed on Monday that Constable Woods had just finished his probation prior to the tragic incident.
He described the young officer as someone who liked to joke with friends and colleagues at Belmont police station.
“We spoke about his cheeky grin and the pranks that he pulled,” Mr Blanch said.
“He had a bubbly personality, he was very personable, he was well loved by all.
“Anthony was a brave and dedicated police officer. You did your duty mate. We will remember.”
Mr Blanch said a full police funeral would be offered to Constable Woods’ family, who shared a tribute to the late officer on Monday.
In a statement, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered by the loss of their “dear Anthony”.
“He (Mr Woods) was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.
“We ask that you keep Anthony‘s memory alive by telling stories of all of your good times with him.”
On Sunday, WA Police said in a statement: “Constable Anthony Woods exemplified the values of the WA Police Force.
“His is memory will be forever etched in our hearts.
“We extend heartfelt condolences to Anthony’s family, colleagues and all those who knew and loved him.”
Constable Woods and his partners were following a vehicle with allegedly stolen plates about 1am on Thursday.
The vehicle came to a stop on Ascot Place before police approached the vehicle and the three people inside.
It is alleged the car suddenly reversed while police were dealing with the driver.
“He (Constable Woods) has subsequently been pinned by that vehicle,” Mr Blanch said.
“His partner then had a desperate few minutes to not only put three suspects into custody inside that vehicle but also try to save the life of his partner.”
Other officers arrived soon after and rushed to assist.
Police used a nearby resident’s car-jack to lift the car off Constable Woods before performing CPR.
Constable Woods was resuscitated before being rushed to hospital soon after in a critical condition.
Constable Woods’ death marks the 88th police officer in the state to die in the line of duty.
WA Premier Roger Cook took to social media to share his condolences to the force.
Deputy Commissioner Col Blanch said the car suddenly reversed while police were dealing with the driver.
“I am devastated by the horrific events that occurred last week resulting in the death of one of our police officers,” Mr Cook said.
“Actions like these are senseless – and going to work should be safe.
“I know I speak on behalf of everyone in WA, in sending our love and thoughts to Anthony’s family, friends and colleagues. His life was dedicated to making our state a safer place for West Australians.
“He is to be commended on his dedication and bravery.”
Perth Mayor Basil Zempilas said on Sunday the Council House would be lit blue to honour Constable Woods.
“We remember his bravery and mourn his loss,” Mr Zempilas said.
“Our deepest condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
“Our city has lost a hero.”
City of Gosnells councillor and former police officer Glenn Dewhurst also paid his respects.
“Even though I have been out of the force for some time, it still hits home when one of your own loses their life,” he said.
“God bless you – your family and friends and your colleagues past and present.”
Police said the vehicle’s other two occupants, a 20-year-old woman and 25-year-old man, had been released pending further investigation.
Accused cop killer in court one day before Constable Anthony Woods’ funeral
The man accused of fatally running down a police officer made a brief appearance in court just a day before his alleged victim is farewelled.
Anthony Anderson
2 min read
July 5, 2023 – 1:14PM
The man accused of fatally running down a West Australian police officer has briefly appeared in court the day before his alleged victim is farewelled in a massive service.
Constable Anthony Woods will be honoured in a private funeral service at Optus Stadium on Thursday, expected to be attended by thousands of his fellow officers.
The 28-year-old’s life support was switched offfour days after suffering catastrophic injuries after allegedly being backed over and dragged by a car he and his partner had stopped in the inner-eastern Perth suburb of Ascot in the early hours of June 8.
The man allegedly behind the wheel of the vehicle, Reagan Ainsley Chown, had his case briefly heard in Stirling Gardens Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
The 23-year-old appeared via video link from Hakea Prison in his first appearance in Stirling Gardens following appearances in Perth Magistrates Court, where he had his charges upgraded to murder.
He’s also facing a number of drugs charges as well as reckless driving to escape pursuit by police and driver of a vehicle failed to comply with a direction to stop (circumstance of aggravation), which also relate to the June 8 incident.
His matter was adjourned to August 30 when all of his charges, including the count of murder, will be heard together.
During the fatal incident, Constable Woods and his partner had been trying to detain three people in the stopped vehicle, which allegedly bore stolen number plates, when it allegedly reversed and struck Constable Woods.
Other officers arrived and had to lift the car off the critically injured constable, performing CPR until paramedics arrived.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch previously spoke about visiting Constable Woods’ colleagues at Belmont Police Station in the days following his death.
“We spoke about his cheeky grin and the pranks that he pulled,” Mr Blanch said.
“He had a bubbly personality, he was very personable, he was well loved by all.
“Anthony was a brave and dedicated police officer. You did your duty mate. We will remember.”
In a statement following his death, Constable Woods’ family said they were shattered by the loss of their “dear Anthony”.
“He (Mr Woods) was a devoted husband and loving son, brother, and uncle who was taken from this earth far too soon,” they said.
“Anthony will be remembered as a funny, hard working man who loved the West Coast Eagles and mucking around with his mates.
“He brought light and laughter to every situation, and his wicked sense of humour is irreplaceable.
“Our pain at this time is indescribable, and we take comfort in the outpouring of love from the community.”
Mr Chown is the first person to be charged over the alleged killing of a WA police officer in the line of duty in 16 years since Constable Damien Murphy was run down by an unlicensed driver in 2007.
His killer was later jailed on a charge of manslaughter.
* Story behind any Nickname: Woodsy – stemming from the surname Woods. Fumbles: ?
As of 16 February 2024, the offenders Court matter, involved in our Blue Brothers Murder, has still not been finalised.
Tony WOODS & ?
Siblings: Anthony, Brooke & Nathan WOODS
?, Nathan WOODS, Tony WOODS & ?
Nathan WOODS, ?, Tony WOODS
? & Tony WOODS
Tony WOODS & ?
Nothing further, than what is recorded above, is known about this person at the time of publication and further information and photos would be appreciated.
Updated 16 February 2024 with additional photo and offender update.
Updated 22 February 2024 with Court information.
Alan Keith ANDERSON
02/01/2026
Alan Keith ANDERSON
AKA Ando
Late of Avalon Beach, NSW
Is Uncle to Stephen John ROWE, formerly of Liverpool Police Stn, NSWPF # 24729
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # 119A
New South Wales Police Force
Uniform # 4356
Regd. # 13759
Service: From 12 May 1969 to 11 August 1994 = 25 years 2 Months, 30 days Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy on Monday 12 May 1969 ( aged 18 years, 11 months, 14 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed Monday 23 June 1969 ( aged 19 years, 0 months, 26 days )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 23 July 1974
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( NO )
Senior Constable – appointed 23 July 1978
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 7 July 1985
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Sergeant 2nd Class – Retired Physically Unfit on 11 August 1994
Stations: Central GDs ( 1 Division )( 1969 ), Inner City Cycles ( 1 Division ), 21 Division, Water Police ( part time ), Water Police ( Broken Bay )( Full Time ) – Retirement – 11 August 1994
Retirement / Leaving age: = 44 years, 2 months, 14 days
Time in Retirement from Police: 4 years, 5 months, 5 days
Awards: National Medal – granted 3 September 1985 ( Sgt )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 16 June 1993 ( Former Sgt )
2nd Clasp to National Medal – granted 3 October 1995 ( Sgt )
Born: Sunday 28 May 1950
Died on: Saturday 16 January 1999
Age: 48 years, 7 months, 19 days
Cause: Myocardial Infarction, had other issues over an 8 year period.
Event location: at Home with family
Event date: Illness since around 1991
Funeral date: 19 January 1999 @ 10am
Funeral location: Crematorium, North Ryde, NSW
Funeral Parlour: William Lee & Son, NSW
Buried at: Cremated
22 January 1999 @ noon: Ashes spread at Pittwater – facing south into Pittwater off Lion Island ( where he and Deb met ) from a Police Launch.
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at:
Police Centre, Surry Hills, Wall of Remembrance: Left Wall, Portion D13
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: 2019
ALAN is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance * NOT JOB RELATED
ALAN is mentioned on the Sydney Police Centre Wall of Remembrance ( Left Wall D13 )
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Lion Island, off Pittwater, NSW where Alan ANDERSON met his wife – Deb ANDERSON. Alan’s Ashes are scattered here.
11 August 1994 – Last Shift
23 June 1969. A fresh Probationary Constable.
Touch Plate at the Sydney Police Centre, Goulburn St, Sydney, for Sgt Alan Keith ANDERSON. Unfortunately his Registered number is incorrect. It is NOT 13579 which belongs to R.G. BOWN. Alan Keith ANDERSON, NSWPF 13759
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.
Condolences to Deb and family.
Cal
5 December 2021
Oliver Clyne WATERS
02/01/2026
OLIVER CLYNE WATERS
AKA Oliver Clive Waters
Late of Parramatta
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 9986
Service: From 6th January 1915to 26th May 1915 = 4 months Service
Rank: Commenced Training at / as ? Police Academy Police Cadet on ? ? ?
Probationary Constable- appointed 6th January 1915
Constable – appointed 6th January 1916 (posthumously in 1918)
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: His body was not recovered.
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: Menin Gate, Belgium
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( July 2021 )
He is mentioned on the NSW Police Force Roll of Honour 1914-1918
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Oliver Clive Waters (recorded as Oliver Clyne Waters in the NSW Police Gazette) was born about September 1893 at Hickeys Creek near Kempsey.
Oliver Clyne Waters was sworn in as a Probationary Constable of the NSW Police Force on the 6th January 1915. He was attached to Parramatta. He was confirmed as a Constable on the 6th January 1916 although this was done posthumously in 1918 .
On the 26th May 1915 Constable Waters joined the Australian Imperial Forces. He was attached to the 3rd Battalion 8th Reinforcements. The 3rd Battalion was in the 2nd and 3rd waves at Gallipolis. They were also involved in the battle of Lone Pine. Oliver did not arrive until November 1915 which was after these battles. However by December 1915 Oliver was wounded and evacuated with all of the AIF. The Battalion was sent to Egypt where they defended the Suez Canal.
In May 1916 the 3rd Battalion embarked for France and for the next 2½ years served in the trenches of the Western Front. On the 27th July 1916 Oliver was wounded in action during the Battle of Pozieres. He was sent to hospital and eventually transferred to England for his injuries and other illnesses that he had contracted.
In September 1917 Oliver was transferred back to the 3rd Battalion. He was killed in action at Ypres, Belgium on the 8th November 1917. He was originally reported wounded and missing. Witnesses reported he was badly wounded from a shell in the hand, face and legs at Zonnebeke near Passchendaele. He was carried by comrades to some stretcher bearers who took him to a Canadian dressing station. There is no further information about him after that. His body was never found.
His name is on the Menin Gate Memorial in Belgium.
There are photographs of Oliver Waters in Police and Army uniform on Ancestry.
Robert John DINES
02/01/2026
Robert John DINES
AKA Bob DINES, Rob DINES, Dinesy
Late of Shoalhaven Heads Formerly of Taree, Penshurst and Tahmoor, NSW
NSW Police Training Centre – Redfern – Class # Initially ‘may have’ been part of Class 044 as a Cadet and ended up in Class 058 who were Sworn In on 17 November 1958.
NSW Police Cadet # 1262
New South Wales Police Force
Cadet # 1262
Regd. # 9125
Uniform # 1248
Service: From 3 January 1956 to? ? ? = ? years Service
Rank: Commenced Training at Redfern Police Academy as a Police Cadet on Tuesday 3 January 1956 ( Aged 16 years, 2 days )
Probationary Constable- appointed 1 November 1958 ( aged *18 years, 10 months ) *Bob must have gained 2 months Seniority whilst training at the Academy – most probably through academic methods as “usually” people could NOT become a Sworn Policeman BEFORE their 19th birthday. He ‘may have been officially a Sworn member but most probably wasn’t allowed onto the Streets until his 19th birthday ( I assume – Cal )
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed 1 November 1964
Detective – appointed ? ? ?
Senior Constable – appointed 1 November 1968
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 3rd Class – appointed 1 April 1974
Sergeant 2nd Class – appointed ? ? ?
Sergeant 1st Class – appointed 31 March 1983
Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Chief Inspector – appointed ? ? ?
Superintendent – appointed ? ? ?
Chief Superintendent – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = ?
After Retirement, Bob owned a car wash for a number of years in Taree, NSW.
Stations: ?, Kogarah ( 1959 – 1961 )(Walked the beat (Beats #1 & 2 – from Kogarah to Carlton Rlwy Stn. to where there was a call box on the western side of the railway lines, then back to Kogarah, around the shops etc, and down the Princes Highway via Regent Street, etc. Did Station Reserve Constable duties, PD work on Car 23, etc. ), Hurstville ( 31 Division ) ( Sgt )( 1985 ), Peakhurst, Kogarah, ?
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Time in Retirement from Police: ?
Awards: Silver Jubilee Medal – granted 1 August 1977
National Medal – granted 22 August 1980 ( Sgt 3/c )
1st Clasp to National Medal – granted 15 May 1986 ( Sgt 1/c )
2nd Clasp to National Medal –granted 15 May 1986 ( Sgt 1/c )
Born: Monday 1 January 1940
Died on: Sunday 27 June 2021 @ 4.30pm with his youngest son, Stanley, by his side.
Age: 81 years, 5 months, 26 days
Cause: Cancer – Prostate
Event location: Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital, Nowra, NSW
Event date: ? ? 2019
Funeral date: Tuesday 6th July 2021 at 1pm
Funeral location: The Chapel, Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens, Worrigee Road, Worrigee, ( Nowra ) NSW
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: Murphy’s Family Funerals, Nowra, NSW
Buried at: ?
Live Stream Link will become Live on the funeral date
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: A Meeting room in Police Bank Head Office, Sydney, NSW
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( July 2021 )
NSW Police Cadet Robert John DINES
Constable Robert John DINES
Sergeant Robert John DINES & Constable Cathy BARRETT # 19154 Class # 167 ( background ) at a Hurstville Blue Light Disco in 1983.
Robert John DINES AKA Bob DINES
BOB is NOT mentioned on the Police Wall of Remembrance *NEED MORE INFO
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Bob’s wife of 47 years, Helen ( who was head Matron at Taree Base Hospital ) predeceased him with Cancer in 2010.
Bob, some years later, met up again with a childhood sweetheart, Moira, and they married in 2013 and moved to Shoalhaven Heads ( South Coast ) where Bob was an active member in the local Men’s Shed and would help out the guys on the Wollondilly Historical Facebook page with his wealth of knowledge.
Bob is described as a good guy and a great boss who told me, in 2019, that he is ‘getting on a bit but enjoy a pretty good life despite the old bones and prostate cancer etc.
A bloke who didn’t mind a drop of Traminer TR2.
Obituary of Robert John Dines
27th June 2021
Passed away peacefully at Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital
Late of Shoalhaven Heads Formerly of Taree, Penshurst and Tahmoor
Beloved husband of Moira, formerly married to Helen
Much loved father and father-in-law of Bradley & Melinda, Phillip, Stan & Kelly
Loved and respected by the Doosey family
Adored Pop to his 4 grandchildren Harrison, Connor, Kirralee and Blake
Loving brother, uncle, cousin, mentor and mate to many
‘Forever in our hearts’
Aged 81 years
Robert’s funeral service will be held in The Chapel, Shoalhaven Memorial Gardens, Worrigee Road, Worrigee on Tuesday 6th July at 1.00pm Relatives and friends are invited to attend Due to COVID regulations guests are required to wear masks and register via QR code at the venue The service will be live-streamed on the day and can be viewed via the link on this page Please leave messages and condolences for the family on the tribute wall
Bob was one of our original Directors and throughout his 25 years of service on the Board he contributed immensely to where we are today, so much so, one of our meeting rooms in our Head Office is named in his honour.
On behalf of Police Bank, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
Sincerely, The Directors, Management and Staff at Police Bank
Phil Posted Jul 2, 2021 at 12:58 AM
Thank you for your condolences, I am sure he would be proud to have a room named after him.
Here is a brief history of the development of Police Bank.
1970-79
Rapid Growth of Services
The Credit Union employed its first full time administration officers in 1970 to meet the growing demand for services. By late 1971, membership had reached 2,583 and deposits grew by over half a million dollars from the previous year. By 1972 the organisation was lending nearly $50,000 per month.
Appointed Representatives Bob Dines became Chairman in 1970 with Arthur Sharp taking on the General Manager role the following year, a position he would hold for over a decade. Ian Pettit, Terry Seery, John Gorman, Bob Page, Merv Taylor and Alan Dahl joined as Directors in the early to mid seventies. Alan Dahl was elected Chairman in 1975 with the auditing firm, Nicholls & Thomas (Kevin Thomas principal), appointed in the same year.
Around this time the Credit Union appointed Dennis Neate as a ‘Field & Promotions Officer'(the forerunner to our Business Development Officers of today) to increase awareness of Police Credit Union across the state.
Photo taken at Govt. House, Escort receives thanks from King Karl Gustav of Sweden. Bob Dines in civvies on the end. 06 Apr 1982 was when King Karl Gustaf of Sweden ended his official visit to Sydney – probably the very last for which I wrote the Operation Orders. The photo was taken at Government house where the King had expressed his wish to personally thank the M/C escort squad before leaving for the airport. I didn’t normally get involved in this phase of such visits, but I was included as the “back room boy” who “looked after him,.” not just the usual flock of dignitaries and higher officials. My previous message gives the location.
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.
Cal
4 July 2021
Kelly Ann FOSTER
02/01/2026
Kelly Ann FOSTER VA
AKA Kel
Late of ?
NSW Police Training Centre – Goulburn – Class # 310
New South Wales Police Force
Regd. # 46412
Rank: Commenced Training at Goulburn Police Academy on Monday 18 January 2010 ( doing 7 months, 9 days at the Academy )
Probationary Constable- appointed 27 August 2010
Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Constable 1st Class – appointed ? ? ?
Detective – appointed ? ? ? ( N/A )
Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Leading Senior Constable – appointed ? ? ?
Final Rank = Senior Constable
Retirement / Leaving age: = ?
Stations: ?, Lithgow – Death
Service: From 18 January 2010 to Saturday 2 January 2021 = 10 years, 11 months, 15 days Service
Awards: No Find on Australian Honours system
Born: ? ? ?
Died on: Saturday 2 January 2021
Age: 39
Cause: Drowned – Off Duty – Rescue attempt in swift water
a Breast Cancer Survivor
Event location: Wollangambe Canyon at Mount Wilson, north of the Blue Mountains, NSW
Event date: Saturday 2 January 2021 – Sunday 3 January 2021
Funeral date: Thursday, 14 January 2021 at 12:30pm
( Due to current Govt. restrictions on ‘Gatherings’ due to Corona19 Virus Pandemic, some families may wish to have a Memorial Service / Wake with friends and family at a later date )
Funeral Parlour: ?
Buried at: ?
Memorial / Plaque / Monument located at: ?
Dedication date of Memorial / Plaque / Monument: Nil – at this time ( January 2021 )
Police identified the 39-year-old woman as serving NSW Police officer, Senior Constable Kelly Foster. Credit: NSW Police
KELLY is mentioned on the National Police Wall of Remembrance
KELLY IS mentioned on the Sydney Police Memorial Wall
FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED ABOUT THIS PERSON, THEIR LIFE, THEIR CAREER AND THEIR DEATH.
Kelly, prior to joining the ranks of NSWPF was a Teacher.
Chifley Police District
January 2, 2022 9.03PM
Remembering one of our own – Senior Constable Kelly Ann Foster VA
At a special, private ceremony held today ( Sunday 2 January 2022 ) at Lithgow Police Station, close family and colleagues gathered as a mark of respect, to honour Senior Constable Foster VA, one year after her passing.
In memory of Kelly, Lithgow officers, Leading Senior Constable Michael Barr and Senior Constable Jim McMillan, along with members of Kelly’s family and other colleagues built a special memorial garden.
The memorial would not have been possible without the generosity of donations from the local community also.
The garden was unveiled today by Kelly’s parentsTerry and Marilyn, her brother David and sister Leigh.
Lithgow Police, Chief Inspector Chris Sammut said, ” Today’s intimate ceremony between Kelly’s family and Lithgow police staff was beneficial as it formed part of the healing process for family and work colleagues. The memorial wall and garden will be a lasting tribute to Kelly. It will ensure for decades to come that Kelly’s heroic story will never be forgotten by police and the community whom she so tirelessly served “
Senior Constable Kelly Ann Forster VA, tragically died while attempting to save the life of a fellow canyoner, Jennifer Qi, within the Wollangambe Canyon at Mt Wilson on 2 January 2021.
As a result of her brave actions, Senior Constable Foster was posthumously awarded the Commissioners Valour Award.
This morning, Senior Constable Kelly Foster‘s name was placed inside the Commissioner’s Baton, blessed, and carried to the NSW Police Wall of Remembrance.
In a normal year, the baton would be on the road by now, carried by a convoy of motorbike riders in the Wall to Wall – Ride for Remembrance, all travelling towards the National Police Memorial in Canberra with the express purpose of honouring and remembering fallen police mates.
The bikes remain silent today, but the moment loses none of its importance.
COVID has changed everything, but it will never diminish the memories of the fallen.
Kelly Foster‘s name will stay inside the baton until next year, when it will be carried by the Wall to Wall Riders to the Memorial.
From all of us at Chifley Police District, we would like to thank the community for their love and support in relation to the untimely death of Senior Constable Kelly Foster.
As you can appreciate, we are expecting a significant gathering to bid her farewell, and with the current COVID restrictions, not everyone who would like to pay their respects in person will be able to do so.
We are urging members of the public not to attend the church; instead, please demonstrate your community spirit by forming a socially distanced line along either side of Bridge Street (between Mort and Short streets) from 1:30pm tomorrow (Thursday) to view the procession as it leaves the church.
On behalf of Kelly’s family and the broader NSW Police Force family, thank you for your ongoing support.
ROAD CLOSURES FOR FUNERAL OF SENIOR CONSTABLE KELLY FOSTER-
THURSDAY 14/1/2021.
CHIFLEY PD
Police advise of a soft road closure of Bridge Street Lithgow at the intersection of Mort Street- the road will be closed all the way to the intersection of Short Street and includes closure of the Church St intersection with Bridge St. Residents will be able to enter and exit by advising Police at the traffic points. Road closed from 6 am until abut 4 pm. The funeral commences at 12.30 pm
Senior Constable Kelly Foster, aged 39, died following a canyoning incident at Mount Wilson yesterday (Saturday 2 January 2021).
Snr Cst Foster attested on 27 August 2010, after which she commenced duties as a probationary constable at Newtown Local Area Command.
She was confirmed as a constable in May 2012.
In May 2014, Snr Cst Foster joined the State Crime Command working as an intel analyst until May 2020.
She was most recently working at Chifley Police District, stationed at Lithgow Police Station.
NSW Police Acting Commissioner Mal Lanyon has extended his condolences to the Foster family on behalf of the NSW Police Force.
“It’s a very sad time for the NSW Police Force and Kelly’s death is a loss to the whole community,” Acting Commissioner Lanyon said.
“To hear reports that Kelly was trying to help another woman when she died demonstrates her commitment to the community she served and the ability to put the needs of others before her own.
“Kelly was a highly regarded and dedicated officer who will be sorely missed by colleagues across the force.
“Her policing career was put on hold when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, however, her strength to survive this and return to work is another testament to her strength and resilience.
“Above all, Kelly was a kind and loving daughter, sister and partner.”
Snr Cst Foster’s family have requested privacy at this time.
Kelly FOSTER – On top of Australia at Mt Kosciusko
An international student, 24, was among a group swimming on inflatable lilos at the popular Wollangambe Canyon (pictured) when she was sucked into the whirlpool. Her body was recovered on Sunday, along with Senior Constable Foster’s
The couple bonded over their mutual love of adventuring and regularly went camping, hiking and on mountain bike rides throughout Australia
Senior Constable Kelly Foster (left) drowned while trying to save an international student who became stuck in raging waters in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney, on Saturday. Senior Constable Foster had trekked to the picturesque spot with her boyfriend Gavin Morom (right)
Mr Morom (right) had posted about his trek with Senior Constable Foster (left) on adventurers social media app Strava on Saturday. The policewoman only recently returned to the job after overcoming breast cancer
Gavin & Kelly – Cedar Creek
Emergency services rushed to the scene after the alarm was raised about 2.30pm on Saturday, but poor weather conditions meant a search had to be called off about 6pm. When it resumed on Sunday the bodies of the two women were located by NSW Police divers
Eight other members of the group who the international student was with were uninjured
It’s believed both women were canyoning in water only that can only be reached after hours of hiking through rough terrain
Missing canyoners found after sucked into whirlpool in Blue Mountains including NSW police officer
There has been a sad end in the search for two missing canyoners after they were sucked into a whirlpool in regional NSW.
The women had not been seen since disappearing beneath the water’s surface on Saturday in Wollangambe Canyon at Mount Wilson, north of the Blue Mountains.
But on Sunday, police divers joined the search and located two bodies around midday.
Police identified the 39-year-old woman as serving NSW Police officer, Senior Constable Kelly Foster, who has most recently been stationed at Lithgow Police Station.
The other woman is believed to be an international student, aged 24, from Chiswick.
She is yet to be formally identified and police are waiting for confirmation that family members are notified.
Witnesses told police the younger woman fell off her inflatable lilo and it was swept into the whirlpool.
Snr Cst Foster was also swept out when she tried to rescue her.
Port Hacking High School pays tribute to Senior Constable Kelly Foster
The Port Hacking High School community is saddened by the tragic news that former student, NSW Police Senior Constable Kelly Foster, who lost her life in a tragic canyoning accident over the weekend.
Senior Constable Foster, 39, died following a canyoning incident at Mount Wilson on Saturday.
“Kelly graduated in 1999 and according to her peers was very smart, kind, had an easy going nature and always put others before herself,” a statement on the Port Hacking High School Facebook site said today.
“We send our deepest condolences to Kelly’s family and friends at this time.”
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