Inquest into police shooting of Brett Walker hears about domestic violence and drug use
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Inquest into police shooting of Brett Walker hears about domestic violence and drug use

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In short: The NSW Coroners Court is investigating the fatal police shooting of Brett Walker after he stabbed his partner in the neck and then threatened officers. The NSW Coroners Court is investigating the fatal police shooting of Brett Walker after he stabbed his partner in the neck and then threatened officers. Ms Gerace told the court Mr Walker also had a long history of illicit drug use including ice, the misuse of prescription medication and daily consumption of alcohol. Mr Walker was in a highly agitated state, walking away from the officers, holding a knife while taunting the police screaming, "shoot me you f*****g dogs," and running towards another person in the street.

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NSW Coroner praises police and calls for better prisoner rehabilitation after inquest into fatal shooting at Nowra
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NSW Coroner praises police and calls for better prisoner rehabilitation after inquest into fatal shooting at Nowra

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The New South Wales Deputy Coroner has commended police for their heroism in a fatal shooting on the South Coast two years ago, but also called for improved offender rehabilitation. Magistrate Erin Kennedy praised the police for their response, which she said was "beyond textbook". Bodycam footage from the officers captured Mr Walker, armed with a large knife, taunting officers …

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