Senior NSW Police Officer Sentenced for Drunk Driving Incident in Sydney Tunnel

The officer received a two-year community correction order, a $1,500 fine, and a six-month license suspension after crashing a police car while intoxicated.

• The unnamed officer, protected by a court suppression order, crashed an unmarked police vehicle in Sydney's NorthConnex tunnel in May 2023 after consuming over 20 standard drinks.
• The court sentenced him to a two-year community correction order, fined him $1,500, and suspended his license for six months, with an additional 12-month interlock device requirement upon reinstatement.
• Footage showed the officer drinking and dancing with colleagues before the crash, and he later fled the scene to avoid a breath test, later claiming he fell asleep at the wheel.
• The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission found the officer guilty of serious misconduct for leaving the crash scene and providing dishonest information on an insurance claim form.
• Despite the sentencing and misconduct findings, the officer has not been suspended from duty, though he is currently on paid leave.

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