"This was true throughout her life, from her earliest role as a protective big sister, to her early career as a teacher, and later as a police officer. She overcame the challenges in her life with grit and resilience and did so with a smile that lit up her whole face – and every room she entered, a sparkle in her eye and a laugh that was infectious.
Senior Constable Foster joined the police in August 2010, after which she commenced duties as a probationary constable at Newtown Local Area Command. She was confirmed as a constable in May 2012. In May 2014, Senior Constable Foster joined the State Crime Command working as an intelligence analyst, before she moved to Lithgow Police Station in May last year.During her years with the force, she was awarded the National Police Service Medal, the National Medal, the NSW Police Medal and a Commissioner's Unit Citation in recognition of her involvement in the response to the Lindt Cafe Siege.
NSW Police Force Commissioner Michael Fuller said, earlier in her career, Senior Constable Foster had demonstrated the hallmarks of becoming a respected and successful police officer."Kelly’s gentle nature, enthusiasm and commitment to her policing duties was treasured by her work colleagues and the community whom she so tirelessly served," he said.
"It was these exact traits that Senior Constable Foster will be forever remembered; when she selflessly put herself in danger to rescue and save another. Where, without hesitation, she valiantly went to the rescue of a companion despite the peril that was to overcome them both. Her heroism, exceptional bravery and sacrifice is beyond question".Our Morning Edition newsletter is a curated guide to the most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights.
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