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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

Dee Why Public Safety Round-Up: Late December Incidents

Police and emergency services responded to several incidents across Dee Why in the final days of December, according to reports received by authorities.

Disorderly Behaviour

Just after 1.00am on Saturday, 27 December, NSW Police received a report of a group of disorderly youths gathered near Howard Avenue, Dee Why.

Shortly before 10.00pm on Sunday, 28 December, police received a report of a group of intoxicated youths gathered near Pittwater Road, Dee Why.

Assault Reports

Shortly before 2.30pm on Saturday, 27 December, NSW Police were called to a report of a fight at Pacific Parade, Dee Why.

Later that same day, shortly after 7.00pm, police responded to a report of a person assaulted at Pittwater Road, Dee Why.

Just after 10.30pm on Wednesday, 31 December, NSW Police were called to a report of a person assaulted at St David Avenue, Dee Why.

Traffic and Injury Incident

Shortly before 6.00pm on Tuesday, 30 December, NSW Police and NSW Ambulance responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a van on Pittwater Road, Dee Why, near Howard Avenue. Paramedics treated the pedestrian, a man in his 50s, for abrasions and a head laceration before transporting him to Northern Beaches Hospital in a stable condition.

Police observed the driver of the van pretending not to speak English when officers explained the right of way for pedestrians crossing at traffic lights.

Fire Response

Just after 5.00pm on Wednesday, 31 December, Fire and Rescue NSW Narrabeen Station responded to a report of a fire at Westminster Avenue, Dee Why. Firefighters identified the source of smoke as unattended cooking inside a unit.

Police and emergency services responded to the above incidents as they were reported during the late December period.

Vicious Dog Seized After Attack in Dee Why

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A woman sustained multiple injuries after a dog attack in Dee Why, prompting police and authorities to seize the animal and launch an investigation.

Incident and Response

The attack occurred around 5:45 p.m. on Saturday, 18 October, along McIntosh Road between High Street and Vale Avenue in Dee Why. A 32-year-old woman was left injured after being mauled by a large dog. She sustained injuries to her limbs, including a suspected broken arm, and was taken by NSW Ambulance to Northern Beaches Hospital in a stable condition.

Police reported that a man in a silver utility vehicle restrained the dog and left the scene with the animal. Officers appealed to the public for information to identify both the man and the dog.

Dog Seized in Narraweena

On Sunday evening, 19 October, officers from the Northern Beaches Police Area Command and a NBC ranger attended a Narraweena address, where a man in his 50s surrendered a dog believed to be involved. The animal was then secured by the NBC’s canine retrieval unit.

NBC confirmed that rangers had seized the alleged animal and stated the matter remains under investigation. The NBC did not disclose the breed or confirm whether the animal was considered a restricted breed.

Investigation Under the Companion Animals Act

Authorities are assessing whether the animal will be declared “dangerous” under the Companion Animals Act, which applies to dogs that attack without provocation. Under the Act, NBC may seize a dog believed to have bitten a person within 72 hours if safety concerns exist.

No charges have been filed at this stage. If the dog is confirmed as the one involved and is found to be a restricted breed, the owner could face penalties of up to $55,000 and four years imprisonment.

Dee Why dog attack — *Photo Credit: Pexels*

Community Response

Local residents expressed sympathy for the injured woman and concern over dog control in public areas. Online comments called for stricter enforcement of leash laws, greater accountability for owners, and increased ranger activity across the Northern Beaches.

Community group Pittwater Unleashed extended support to the victim and reiterated its commitment to promoting responsible dog ownership and public safety awareness.

Ongoing Investigation

NSW Police and NBC continue to investigate the incident. Authorities urged anyone with relevant information to contact Dee Why Police Station or Crime Stoppers.

Published 3-Nov-2025