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Incident Overview
A 43-year-old motorcyclist is in critical condition after crashing into a power pole in Cartwright, Sydney. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning, December 24, 2024, and is under investigation by a critical incident team due to the involvement of police officers who were present at the time of the crash.
Location and Time
The crash happened around 2:00 am on Mawson Drive in Cartwright, Sydney.
Vehicles Involved
The incident involved a motorcycle and a police vehicle.
Incident Description
Police officers were traveling on Mawson Drive when they observed a motorcycle traveling in the opposite direction. The officers activated the warning lights of their vehicle, but the motorcyclist did not stop and continued driving before crashing into a power pole at the intersection of Wianamatta Drive.
Injuries
The 43-year-old male motorcyclist was treated at the scene by police and paramedics before being transported to Liverpool Hospital in critical condition.
Emergency Response
Police officers at the scene provided initial treatment to the injured motorcyclist before the arrival of NSW Ambulance paramedics.
Investigation
A critical incident team from Campbelltown Police Area Command will investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. 1 This investigation will be subject to an independent review by the Professional Standards Command and overseen by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.
Witnesses/Appeals
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Community Impact
This incident has raised concerns about police conduct and the circumstances surrounding the crash. The involvement of a critical incident team and independent oversight highlights the seriousness of the incident and the need for transparency in the investigation.
Contributing Factors
The contributing factors to the crash are still under investigation. However, the fact that the motorcyclist did not stop when police activated their warning lights suggests that the rider may have been attempting to evade police or was otherwise not in a position to stop safely. The investigation will likely examine whether the police officers’ actions contributed to the crash in any way.