Constable’s death and the dark territory that goes with job

September 25, 2026 — 5:30pm

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The death of a young constable in a police car accident at Redfern is a reminder of the inherent dangers and the risks facing those who sign up to protect the people of NSW.

Every day, police officers put themselves in harm’s way.

Nearly two and a half years ago, the unforgettable footage of NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott running towards danger to confront the knife-wielding Bondi Junction killer, shoot him and perform CPR on him while awaiting back-up, lifted our hearts.

Now the death of Constable Mia Lay, 20 – who joined NSW Police just 16 months ago – has broken our hearts. She was travelling........

© The Sydney Morning Herald