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Dee Why Public Safety Round-Up: 14–20 February 2026 Incidents

Emergency services attended a series of traffic, medical and public order incidents across Dee Why between 14 and 20 February 2026, based on reports received by NSW Police and other responding agencies.

Traffic Incidents

5:30am, Saturday 14 February
NSW Police, NSW Ambulance and Fire and Rescue NSW crews from Dee Why Station responded to a crash on Pittwater Road where a vehicle struck another car before coming to rest on the footpath. A 41-year-old man was located inside in a semi-conscious condition, with suspected intoxication noted. He was transported in a stable condition to Northern Beaches Hospital for mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

12:45pm, Tuesday 17 February
Police and paramedics attended a collision at Kingsway near Westminster Avenue involving a silver 2003 Holden Astra and an e-bike rider. The rider, a woman in her 50s, sustained a leg injury and was taken to Northern Beaches Hospital in a stable condition.

Medical And Injury Responses

10:30am, Sunday 15 February
NSW Ambulance, assisted by NSW Police and the CareFlight Rescue Helicopter, responded to a report of a six-month-old girl experiencing an allergic reaction at Pacific Parade. After assessment near James Meehan Reserve, the infant was transported by road to Northern Beaches Hospital in a stable condition.

10:30am, Sunday 15 February
Surf Life Saving NSW Dee Why patrol requested ambulance assistance after a man dislocated his shoulder in the surf. Paramedics treated and relocated the shoulder at the scene.

5:15pm, Thursday 19 February
NSW Ambulance attended St David Avenue near Dee Why Library after a 17-year-old girl was reported unconscious following a fall from a vehicle in a nearby car park. She was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Rescue

3:00pm, Saturday 14 February
Police and firefighters assisted with the safe release of a child locked inside a public toilet at Walter Gors Park on Howard Avenue.

Public Order And Property Reports

8:15pm, Sunday 15 February
Police received a report of youths throwing eggs at vehicles along Oaks Avenue.

8:45pm, Sunday 15 February
Police and NSW Ambulance responded to reports of a man collapsed on the pavement at Howard Avenue. The 26-year-old was described as intoxicated and became agitated when approached. Police restrained him after he allegedly reached toward an officer’s firearm. He was taken to Northern Beaches Hospital for treatment and mental health assessment.

9:15pm, Sunday 15 February
Police received a report of property damage at Oaks Avenue.

6:00pm, Monday 16 February
Police were notified of a group of youths behaving in a disorderly manner near Howard Avenue.

7:45pm, Tuesday 17 February
Police received a report of a group of youths gathered near Pittwater Road.

4:30pm, Thursday 19 February
Police were notified of disorderly behaviour involving youths near Oaks Avenue.

7:30am, Friday 20 February
Police received a report of property vandalism at Pittwater Road.

5:30pm, Friday 20 February
Police were notified of suspected drug-related activity at Fisher Road.

8:00pm and 10:00pm, Friday 20 February
Police received further reports of disorderly youths gathered near Oaks Avenue.

These matters were recorded by responding authorities during the reporting period.

Published 21-Feb-2026

Dee Why Public Safety Round-Up: 31 January to 5 February Incidents

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Police and emergency crews responded to a number of unrelated call-outs across Dee Why from Saturday, 31 January to Thursday, 5 February, based on reports received by authorities.

Theft

Just before 1:45am on Saturday, 31 January, NSW Police received a report that items had been stolen from a vehicle parked on Wheeler Parade, Dee Why. Police inquiries are continuing.

Fire Responses

Shortly after 10:45am on Saturday, 31 January, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Dee Why Station attended a fire alarm at Fisher Road, Dee Why. Firefighters found no sign of fire and used a thermal imaging camera to check the ceiling space. A faulty heat detector was replaced and the alarm system was reset.

Later that day, shortly before 10:30pm, NSW Police and FRNSW Dee Why Station responded to a fire alarm at Tor Road, Dee Why. Residents reported hearing a loud bang from an oven range hood. Firefighters located a fire in the range hood and extinguished it using a CO₂ fire extinguisher. The range hood and ducting were removed and the ceiling space was checked with thermal imaging to confirm there was no spread.

Assault And Disorderly Behaviour

Just before 2:00am on Sunday, 1 February, NSW Police were called to Palara Place, Dee Why, after a fight was reported.

Just after 2:00am, police received a further report of disorderly youths gathering near Grafton Crescent, Dee Why.

Shortly after 9:00pm on Sunday, 1 February, police attended Pittwater Road, Dee Why, to assist a person reported to be intoxicated.

Just after 10:15pm on Wednesday, 4 February, police were again called to assist an intoxicated person at Kingsway, Dee Why.

Injury Incidents

Just after 4:00pm on Sunday, 1 February, NSW Police and NSW Ambulance responded to an e-bike crash on Griffin Road, Dee Why, near Banksia Street. Paramedics located the 15-year-old female rider in the gutter and assessed her for a potentially serious head injury.

The Toll NSW Ambulance Rescue Helicopter was requested and landed at John Fisher Park, Abbott Road, North Curl Curl, just before 5:00pm. The rider was placed into an induced coma and transported to Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick, in a critical condition.

Just before 10:00pm on Thursday, 5 February, NSW Police and NSW Ambulance attended a home on Delmar Parade, Dee Why, following a report that a woman had fallen down a flight of stairs. Paramedics assessed the 63-year-old woman for a serious head injury.

The Toll NSW Ambulance Rescue Helicopter was tasked from Bankstown and landed at Reub Hudson Oval, Abbott Road, North Curl Curl. The woman was placed into an induced coma, taken to the oval, and then transported to Royal North Shore Hospital by road in a critical condition, with a police escort and green-light corridor.

Hazard

Just after 6:00am on Monday, 2 February, FRNSW Dee Why Station attended Pittwater Road, Dee Why, near Oaks Avenue, after a light pole was reported to have come down in strong winds. A vehicle was damaged, but no injuries were reported. Ausgrid attended to repair the pole and wiring, and two northbound lanes were affected.

Death

Just after 6:00am on Tuesday, 3 February, NSW Police, NSW Ambulance, and firefighters from Dee Why and Narrabeen stations were called to Dee Why Beach, about 200 metres north of the surf club, after a man was found unresponsive on the sand. Efforts to revive him were unsuccessful and he was declared deceased just after 6:45am.

Police inquiries are continuing into the reported theft, and the remaining incidents were attended and managed by responding services as reported.

Published 6-Feb-2026

E-Scooter Crash in Dee Why Leaves Local Man Fighting for Life

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A man has been left in critical condition after crashing his e-scooter on a poorly lit street in Dee Why, raising serious safety concerns in the Northern Beaches community.

Emergency Response and Hospitalisation

The incident happened just after 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, 24 June, on May Road. Emergency crews responded to reports that the man, believed to be in his 50s or 60s, had suffered a major fall after hitting a pothole. He was found unconscious with serious head injuries.

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NSW Ambulance paramedics rushed to the scene alongside the Toll Rescue Helicopter and a specialist medical team. After stabilising the man at the site, they placed him in an induced coma. Due to the critical nature of his injuries, he was taken by road to Royal North Shore Hospital for further treatment.

Paramedics confirmed that the man had suffered significant trauma. Authorities said he was not accompanied by anyone at the time, and the crash is believed to have occurred at high speed.

Uneven Road Conditions Blamed

At the time of the crash, road resurfacing works were underway in the area. Residents nearby told local media that the road surface was uneven, and lighting was limited along parts of May Road. It’s believed the rider struck a pothole caused by the works, causing the scooter to flip and throw him onto the roadway.

Police say the scene showed clear signs of impact consistent with a fall from an e-scooter. Early investigations have not confirmed whether the man was wearing a helmet or if the scooter was privately owned or part of a shared fleet.

Police Investigation Underway

Northern Beaches Police Area Command has launched a full investigation into the cause of the crash. Officers are looking at road conditions, the presence of warning signs, the man’s speed, and whether safety gear was used.

No other vehicle was involved, and officers have not reported any eyewitnesses so far. Authorities are appealing to the public for information or dashcam footage that may help explain what happened in the moments before the fall.

Community Concerns and Calls for Safety

The crash has renewed concerns about e-scooter safety in the Northern Beaches. Residents have raised issues around helmet use, speeding, and footpath riding.

Seniors in particular have called for stricter rules and better infrastructure. With usage on the rise, locals want a safer balance between access and road conditions.

Published 03-July-2025