What Happened in Nelson?
In a devastating start to 2024, a New Zealand police officer lost her life when a driver allegedly plowed into two cops during their routine patrol.
The shocking incident happened around 2 AM on New Year’s Day in Nelson, a peaceful city of 55,000 people.
Who Was the Victim?
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming, a beloved police officer with 38 years of service, tragically died in the hospital after the attack. She wasn’t just any officer – she was a well-known face in Nelson, leaving behind a heartbroken family including her spouse and children.
The Attack Details
The suspect, reportedly driving “at speed,” didn’t stop at just hitting the officers. After ramming into the two cops on foot patrol, they allegedly turned around and crashed into a police car too! Talk about a horrific chain of events just hours after the city’s New Year celebrations.
What About the Other Victims?
- One police officer is fighting serious injuries but expected to recover
- Another cop got a concussion in the police car crash
- Two brave civilians who rushed to help also got hurt
What’s Next?
Police have already caught the suspect – a 32-year-old who’s facing charges and will be in court this Friday. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers mentioned this attack came without warning, making it even more shocking for this peaceful country where attacks on police are super rare.
This story is developing, and we’ll keep you updated as we learn more.
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