Paul White: Former NT Police Commissioner killed in cycling crash in Adelaide
Police say a 72-year-old former NT Police commissioner was involved in a crash while cycling on Sunday. Read the tributes for the officer here.
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Former NT Police Commissioner and Police, Fire and Emergency Services chief executive, Paul White, has died suddenly in Adelaide aged 72.
Current acting Commissioner Murray Smallpage announced Mr White’s passing “with great sadness” following a motor vehicle crash in Glen Osmand in the city’s inner west on Sunday.
Mr White retired from NTPFES in October 2009, following almost eight years of service in the role.
Mr White joined South Australia Police as a cadet in 1968, and attained the rank of Assistant Commissioner before commencing his appointment in the Northern Territory.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to Mr White’s family and friends during this difficult time,” Mr Smallpage said.
In a statement released concurrently by South Australia Police, a spokesman said officers were investigating the death of a cyclist, saying the 72-year-old Glenunga man died at the scene of a crash.
“A 61-year-old male driver from St Georges is assisting major crash officers with their investigation into the circumstances leading up to the crash,” he said.
“The man’s vehicle was towed from the scene for examination.”
Graeme Beaver said he was one of the first to arrive on the scene.
“My fiancee and I were just driving down and we saw a cyclist on the road with people responding,” he said.
“She jumped off and ran out to help because she’s a nurse. When the paramedics and doctors were here my partner stepped away. All the responders and people that helped out in this instance have done an amazing job.”
Blain MLA and former NT police officer Mark Turmer said Mr was respected during his time as the NT’s top cop.
“He was very highly thought of as a police commissioner,” Mr Turner said.
“The fact that so many people still talk about him so long after he left the agency shows the lasting impact he made on so many people.”
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au.
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