Statement relating to tragedy involving OEH officer near Moree

Media release: 30 July 2014

Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) staff are mourning the loss of one of their own following the tragic events near Moree yesterday afternoon (29/7). 

OEH Chief Executive, Terry Bailey said Glen Turner was fatally injured when he and a colleague were undertaking their duties near Croppa Creek, north of Moree. 

“Glen was a Senior Compliance Officer and had been a NSW public servant since 2000, having joined OEH from the Department of Natural Resources in 2007”, Mr Bailey said. 

“Glen was one of our most experienced compliance officers. 

“He was a respected and well-liked colleague and friend to many. 

“Glen is survived by his wife Alison and their two children who are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. 

“The loss of a colleague touches us all, even more so under such tragic circumstances. 

“The Environment Minister Rob Stokes and I will be travelling to Tamworth and Armidale tomorrow to meet with Glen’s family and our local staff. 

“The matter is being investigated by Police and the OEH is supporting them in this. 

“It is not appropriate for us to make further comment on the incident given it is under Police investigation”, Mr Bailey concluded.

Contact: Jacki Roberts