Bondi Junction hero cop Amy Scott diagnosed with cancer

“This is a powerful reminder that even the strongest of us are human, and this fundraiser was created to ease the financial burden for Amy and her family during this incredibly challenging time.”

At the police graduation ceremony in June 2024, he was presented with the Commissioner’s Bravery Award “for displaying extraordinary courage in a life-threatening situation.”

But Scott had quietly taken leave following an investigation into the Bondi Junction stabbing in mid-2025.

He told the inquest he ran into the mall and gave up the belief that he was going to die.

“Even though I was the one who confronted Joel, the same officers [went in too] … I just want to recognize their courage and bravery,” Scott told the inquest.

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“As tragic as that day was, it renewed my faith in humanity.”

NSW Premier Chris Minns said on Monday Scott was a “real, genuine Australian hero”.

“[She is] He is someone to whom we owe a huge debt of gratitude, not only for his heroic actions at Bondi Junction a few years ago, but also for being an inspiration to the same officers involved in the terrorist incident on 14 December,” Minns told the ABC.

“She is so important to NSW Police and our community. I was devastated to hear this news. If anyone deserves a break it is Amy and we wish her the best, she is an absolute champion.”

NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley described Scott as “the epitome of the brilliance of the NSW Police Force”.

“The entire police family is grieving at this time due to his diagnosis. We wish him and his family a speedy recovery.”

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