The Commissioner's Inquiry into the incident at Senior has reached a preliminary position.
Acting Commissioner Linda Williams said whilst the inquiry and investigations are ongoing, it's appropriate to acknowledge the actions of all officers.
On Thursday, 16 November Constable Rebekah Cass, Brevet Sergeant Jason Doig and Sergeant Michael Hutchinson attended a rural property at Senior to conduct enquiries in relation to a domestic related incident.
Shortly after attending the property, a male occupant shot both Brevet Sergeant Doig and Sergeant Hutchinson. During the incident police returned fire and incapacitated the occupant before arresting him.
Tragically Brevet Sergeant Doig did not survive his injuries. Sergeant Hutchinson and Constable Cass are both recovering at home.
"Both Sergeant Hutchinson and Constable Cass placed themselves at great personal risk to render first aid to Brevet Sergeant Doig and handcuff the accused under what was an incredibly confronting and distressing incident," said Acting Commissioner Williams.
"It is now evident to me that Sergeant Hutchinson and Constable Cass performed their duties on the night with courage and bravery."
Major Crime Investigation Branch continues to investigate the matter, and have charged a 26 year old male from Senior with the murder of Brevet Sergeant Doig and the attempted murder of Sergeant Hutchinson.
