A police officer in Australia tragically died during his own engagement party due to a tragic accident.
Liam Trimmer, 29, accompanied by his fiancée and surrounded by loved ones, was hosting their engagement party at the couple's residence in Western Australia.
Originally from the United Kingdom, Trimmer began his policing career at Joondalup Police Academy in 2013, later relocating to Kalgoorlie in 2017.
However, what was meant to be a celebration of the couple's love soon turned to tragedy.
According to reports from The Telegraph and The Sydney Morning Herald, tragedy struck when Trimmer fell backward, sustaining a fatal cut to his neck.
Despite efforts from those present to assist the 29-year-old officer, they were unable to save his life, as confirmed by Western Australia Police Force Commissioner Col Blanch.
"I know everyone that was involved are really, really hurting," Blanch expressed. "I think they wish they could just wake up from this nightmare."
The exact circumstances leading to Trimmer's fall remain unclear, prompting an investigation.
Trimmer was a respected member of the police department, serving in the tactical response group and gang crime squad.
Commissioner Blanch remembered Trimmer as a promising young officer, expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy.
"This extraordinary officer loved helping the community, [he] was a fine example of WA policing," Blanch said, as cited by The Telegraph.
Blanch continued: "[He was] a very, very confident, capable young man with his whole life ahead of him, and that's how sad this is. It's important now for us to wrap around each other, to lean on each other.
"Can I thank the community and those involved - first responders and the broader parts of the community - for really offering their support to the family and fellow officers."
In the wake of the accident, the Western Australian Police Union took to Facebook to mourn the loss of their colleague.
"The WA Police Union sends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the fallen officer during this difficult period," their statement read.
Union President Paul Gale added: "Every time a death occurs for a police officer, it doesn't matter how, it really does rock the core of the police family."
WA's Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti said Trimmer's death was an "awful awful tragedy," adding: "As I understand it, this police officer came over from the UK to start a new life in WA. My condolences go out to the family and friends of that particular officer."
A police spokesperson told The West Australian: "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are extended to his family and colleagues.
"Our health, welfare, and safety division will provide support to those impacted by this tragedy."
A post mortem is currently being carried out on Trimmer's body, with a statement regarding his death expected in the coming days.
Our thoughts are with Trimmer's loved ones during this difficult time.
