New Zealand Female Cop Mowed Down in New Year’s Horror, Man Arrested

Jan 02, 2025 Komal Das

A New Zealand police officer was killed and another injured after a driver rammed their car following New Year's Eve celebrations

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Senior Sergeants Lyn Fleming, 62, and Adam Ramsay were hit by a vehicle allegedly driving at speed while conducting foot patrols in a Nelson car park early Wednesday

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Senior Sergeant Fleming later died in hospital surrounded by her family. Her injured colleague remains in hospital but is expected to fully recover

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A third officer and two civilians were injured. A 32-year-old man was arrested. The last on-duty police death in New Zealand was in 2020

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Senior Sergeant Fleming’s death sparked grief, with Police Commissioner Chambers praising her 38 years of service and her role in the community

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Senior Sergeant Fleming's death was the first police killing in Nelson and New Zealand's first female officer fatality. Flowers were laid by local officials

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Minister Mitchell called the attack "cowardly," and colleagues remembered Fleming as an "incredible officer with a kind heart"

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Colleagues honored Senior Sergeant Fleming, with one saying it was an "honor to serve" with her. The car park remained a crime scene

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Prime Minister Luxon expressed condolences after the officer's death. Fleming, a netball coach, was remembered for her impact. A vigil is planned, and the suspect remains in custody

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