Nelson police officer killed in car ramming

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On New Year's Day, a vehicle struck police officers during a foot patrol in Nelson's Buxton Square, although one report gives New Year's Eve.^{1, 2 Jan 2025} Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming died from her injuries, and a fellow senior sergeant, Adam Ramsay, was injured and has since been reported in stable condition after surgery.^{1, 2 Jan 2025} A 32-year-old man was arrested at the scene and now faces eight charges, including murder, attempted murder and using a vehicle as a weapon.^{1, 2, 9 Jan 2025} At Nelson District Court he was remanded in custody without plea, and his name suppression was later extended until his High Court appearance.^{3, 9 Jan 2025} Thousands attended a candlelight vigil, and a national minute's silence was held before a funeral with full police honours in Nelson, which the Prime Minister returned early to attend.^{3, 12, 15 Jan 2025}

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Fleming's funeral was held in Nelson with full police honours and was attended by dignitaries.^{16 Jan 2025} Police across New Zealand had earlier observed a minute's silence in her honour.^{15 Jan 2025}

What's next

The accused is due to appear in the High Court in February, when his name suppression will be considered again.^{9 Jan 2025}

Key moments

1. 1 Jan 2025Senior Sergeant dies after car rams police vehicle in Nelson
2. 2 Jan 2025Driver charged with murder and attempted murder after officers struck
3. 3 Jan 2025Accused remanded in custody without plea at Nelson District Court
4. 3 Jan 2025Thousands attend candlelight vigil in central Nelson
5. 9 Jan 2025Name suppression extended; accused faces eight charges including murder
6. 12 Jan 2025Prime Minister cuts short overseas trip to attend funeral
7. 15 Jan 2025Police nationwide observe minute of silence for senior sergeant
8. 16 Jan 2025Funeral held in Nelson with full police honours

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