Benedict Bryant, aged 47, was convicted on Friday for dangerous driving that resulted in the death of 16-year-old Dunghutti youth Jai Kalani Wright. The incident occurred in February 2022 in an inner suburb of Sydney.

Outside the courtroom, a supporter of Bryant announced plans to appeal the decision, arguing that the tragedy might have been avoided if everyone involved had been “at home, where they should be.”

The supporter emphasized the necessity for police accountability, stating that the public should be able to trust law enforcement to ensure their safety during interactions. The supporter criticized the actions of certain officers, calling them a betrayal of public trust.

Kylie Aloua, the mother of Jai Wright, spoke at a protest in Sydney following the crash between the trail bike her son was riding and an unmarked police vehicle. She urged for justice and accountability in the wake of her son’s death. Source: AAP / Mark Evans/AAP Image

Ms Miles said the conviction was a “step in the right direction”.

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