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Two female police officers allegedly assaulted on call-out in Bidwill, Sydneys

Two young female police officers have been hospitalised after they were allegedly assaulted during a call-out in western Sydney.

Two young female police officers have been hospitalised after they were allegedly assaulted while responding to a call in Sydney’s west.

A 23-year-old female officer was found lying unresponsive on Bunya Rd, near Daniels Rd, at Bidwill shortly before 6.30pm on Friday.

She was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition.

A second officer, a 22-year-old woman, was also treated at the scene and taken to Mount Druitt Hospital.

Police are investigating the circumstances around the alleged assault. Picture: NewsWire/ Gaye Gerard
Police are investigating the circumstances around the alleged assault. Picture: NewsWire/ Gaye Gerard

The officers, both attached to Mt Druitt Police Area Command, were believed to be attending a mental health incident at the time of the assault.

A 19-year-old man was arrested at the scene and taken to Mt Druitt Police Station, before being transferred to Nepean Hospital.

A crime scene has been established and investigations are ongoing.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Originally published as Two female police officers allegedly assaulted on call-out in Bidwill, Sydneys

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