One of the injured officers has been named as Constable Scott Dyson, who has been serving with the Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command for the past 18 months. Currently, he is hospitalized in a serious but stable condition.

Details about the second officer remain limited; however, it is known that they are also in a serious but stable condition.

NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed on Monday that both officers sustained gunshot wounds during a shootout with the alleged assailants.

In a statement, the officers’ families extended their “heartfelt gratitude to all first responders who acted with courage,” specifically acknowledging the bravery of the police officers and paramedics involved. They also expressed appreciation for the hospital staff, particularly those in intensive care, for their dedicated care.

The families also thanked the community for their support, while seeking privacy to allow their loved ones to concentrate on recovery and healing.

Reported by Gabrielle Katanasho