Inspector Amy Scott was awarded the prestigious Commissioner’s Valour Award for her extraordinary bravery in stopping a violent attacker at Bondi Junction Westfield. Her decisive actions during the harrowing incident saved numerous lives.
The tragic event unfolded with Joel Cauchi launching a stabbing spree that resulted in the deaths of six people, including a security guard and a mother, whose baby was injured in the attack. Demonstrating remarkable courage and professionalism, Inspector Scott pursued Cauchi through the shopping centre, confronting him and ordering him to drop his weapon. When he refused, she was forced to shoot him. Throughout the ordeal, she also rendered first aid and ensured the safety of the public.
During the ceremony at the Goulburn Police Academy, where 169 new officers graduated, NSW Premier and other leaders praised Inspector Scott’s actions, citing her as a shining example for the new recruits. The family of the attacker also acknowledged that Inspector Scott was fulfilling her duty to protect others.
Inspector Scott’s heroism stands as a testament to the dedication and bravery of law enforcement officers in the face of danger.