Constable Ryan died in a motorcycle crash on a private property north on Moree on Thursday afternoon.

The word spread quickly through Moree as Constable Ryan has served as a general duties officer at BAC since 2010.

Residents have written on the Barwon LAC Facebook page sharing their memories and deepest sympathies to Constable Ryan’s family, friends and his fellow work colleges.

“(It is) so sad that someone so young, with so much ahead of him was taken from our community. I pray for his family that they will find some peace in the knowledge that he was well-liked and respected in our community,” one local wrote.

Friends of Constable Ryan were quick to pay tribute and share their many happy memories together.

There were many nicknames and descriptions about Constable Ryan, with one friend describing him as a beautiful, kind and gentle soul.

“Good memories of a very funny guy from high school who grew into a lovely man. Rest in Peace Aaron, you will be sorely missed,” a friend wrote.

Another said “Hooter you made the biggest impact on so many people's lives mate. Gunna miss every bit of it my mate. Never forgotten, rest in peace my brother.”

Barwon Local Area Commander, Superintendent Jenny Hayes said the command was struggling to come to grips with the loss.

“Aaron was a one of our finest young officers and he will be dearly missed by all,” Supt Hayes said.

 “He was well-known and popular not only in the command but also within the local community – his death will affect everyone who knew him for a long time

“His family have asked their privacy be respected and counselling is being provided to all those officers affected.”

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