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Police office killed in horror car crash
The driver was taken to hospital in stable condition as police declared a critical incident and sought witnesses and dashcam footage.
- On Friday at 1.30am, a marked NSW Police vehicle crashed into a tree on Gibbons Street in Redfern, instantly killing passenger Constable Mia Lay, 24, a newly joined officer.
- Responding to a reported vehicle theft in Glebe under lights and sirens, the vehicle struck the tree; the male driver was transported to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in stable condition.
- Lay joined the NSW Police Force just 16 months ago and was popular among colleagues, NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said. NSW Minister for Police Yasmin Catley called the loss "heartbreaking news."
- Premier Chris Minns extended condolences to the officer's family and colleagues, while NSW Liberal leader Kellie Sloane said she was "heartbroken" the constable died while "protecting the community."
- Authorities closed Gibbons Street and Regent Street in both directions to facilitate the investigation, with motorists advised to avoid the area as several bus routes remain diverted.
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