Police officer who murdered elderly woman removed from duty

NSW Police Senior Constable Kristian White has recently found himself in a difficult situation. After being convicted of manslaughter in the death of a 95-year-old great-grandmother, he has been suspended without pay from the force. The incident occurred in May of 2023 at Yallambee Lodge, an aged-care home in Cooma, NSW. White had discharged his stun gun at the elderly woman in a treatment room, causing her to fall and hit her head. She passed away a week later in the hospital.

During the trial at the NSW Supreme Court, video footage was played showing White saying "nah, bugger it" before shooting the great-grandmother in the torso. The jury ultimately found him guilty, and as the verdict was delivered, White stood silent with his eyes closed and head bowed. Crown prosecutors immediately requested that he be detained in custody, but Justice Ian Harrison postponed the hearing until the following day.

The next morning, the NSW Police issued a statement confirming White's suspension without pay. The statement also mentioned that the Police Commissioner was following the mandated procedure under the Police Act when it came to White's continued employment. It is a difficult situation for all involved, and White could potentially face jail time for his actions.

Given that White is a police officer, there are additional considerations to be made when it comes to his incarceration. Typically, officers are housed separately from other inmates to ensure their safety. Criminals who have been locked away may see them as targets and pose a threat. These factors will need to be taken into account before a decision is made about White's sentence.

During the trial, White's defense barrister argued that a jail sentence was not inevitable, as there are a wide range of possible punishments for manslaughter. The charge carries a maximum jail term of 25 years, but there are other options available. In the meantime, White has been granted leave from his duties to undergo IVF treatment with his partner.

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