multiple blunt force injuries after his mini-motorcycle collided with another vehicle
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Corey Kramer, aged 14, died from multiple blunt force injuries when his unregistered mini-motorcycle collided with a utility vehicle while being pursued by police. At the time, the motorcycle was travelling at approximately 54.6 km/h with compromised brakes. The police officers involved were not in compliance with the NSW Police Force's Safe Driving Policy. The lead officer (LSC Omoregbee) had not completed required reaccreditation following suspension of his civilian licence and did not clearly understand that his actions constituted a police pursuit. The coroner found that further training on the Safe Driving Policy was necessary for NSW Police officers, and that streamlined confiscation procedures for dangerous unregistered motorcycles should be reviewed. The incident highlights the critical importance of proper policy understanding, appropriate escalation procedures, and system-level reviews to prevent similar deaths.
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Police pursuit of unregistered motorcycle not in compliance with NSW Police Force's Safe Driving Policy
LSC Omoregbee not properly certified to engage in a pursuit following civilian licence suspension
LSC Omoregbee failed to call a pursuit and obtain oversight as required by policy
Flawed understanding of Safe Driving Policy by both police officers
Motorcycle had compromised brakes due to removed rear brake caliper assembly
Teenager was riding dangerously at excessive speed in high-risk manner
Recklessness increased after Corey realised he was being followed by police
Unregistered and uninsured motorcycle in dangerous condition
Coroner's recommendations
NSW Commissioner of Police to implement further training and educational initiatives aimed at developing a better understanding of the requirements of the Safe Driving Policy regarding pursuits amongst NSW Police Force employees to whom the policy applies
NSW Commissioner of Police to undertake a full audit regarding the effectiveness of these training and educational initiatives
NSW Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight to consider consulting all relevant stakeholders with a view to establishing a working party to review the current confiscation powers available to police under the Road Transport Act 2013 (NSW) in relation to trail bikes and mini-motorcycles
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